Forklift Training Programs St Catharines

Forklift Training Programs St Catharines - If you are looking for a job as a forklift operator, our regulatory-compliant lift truck training programs offer excellent instruction in many styles and types of forklifts, lessons on pre-shift check, fuel types and dealing with fuels, and safe use of a forklift. Hands-on, practical training helps participants in acquiring essential operational skills. Program content consists of current regulations governing the operation of forklifts. Our proven forklift programs are intended to offer training on these kinds of trucks: counterbalanced forklift, powered pallet trucks and narrow isle forklift.

How to Safely Handle Loads

Do not raise or lower the fork while the lift truck is moving. A load should not extend higher than the backrest due to the risk of the load sliding back in the direction of the operator. Check for overhead obstructions and ensure there is sufficient clearance prior to raising a load. Stay away from overhead power lines. Once the load is lifted straight up, tilt it slightly back.

The lift truck is less stable when a load is in a raised position. Make sure that no one ever walks beneath the elevated fork. The operator should not leave the forklift while the load is lifted.

The forks must be level when handling pallets, and high enough to extend all the way into and below the load. The fork's width must provide even distribution of weight.

Prior to loading or unloading the truck, set the brakes and chock the wheels. Floors have to be strong enough to support the weight of the forklift and the load combined. Fixed jacks can be installed to be able to support a semi-trailer that is not coupled to a tractor. The entrance door height must clear the height of the forklift by a minimum of 5 cm. Mark edges of docks, rail cars or ramps and avoid them.

If there is not proper ventilation into the forklift, do not stay in there for long periods. The interior of the truck should have enough lighting and be free of obstructions. Inspect the forklift cab's flooring for holes. The installation of nonslip material on the floor will help avoid slipping. Clear any obstructions from docks and dockplates and ensure surfaces are not oily or wet.

Never tow or push other vehicles making use of a lift truck.

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