Forklift Operator Training

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Description

Quiz

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Introduction, OSHA standards and Regulations 1910.178 Powered Industrial Trucks, Quiz

Workplace related topics; Refresher Training and evaluation

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1.       What is a Forklift? Classifications of forklifts; Types of Forklifts, Fork lift dangers, Forklift Accident statistics When must I receive training; Differences from automobile; Lift Components, Common Gauges; Attachment Operation & use; Attachment Checklist; common attachments; Basic Signs and Safety Symbols; Class One - Electric Motor Counter Balanced Trucks

2.       Class 2 Electric Motor Narrow Aisle Trucks

3.       Electric Motor Hand Trucks or Hand Rider Trucks

4.       Internal Combustion Engine Trucks – (Solid Tires

5.       Internal Combustion Engine Trucks – (Pneumatic Tires)

6.       Electric and Internal Combustion Engine Tractors (solid and pneumatic tires)

7.       Rough Terrain Forklifts (pneumatic tires)

8.       OSHA Laws

9.       Quiz and Testing (must receive 75% to pass).

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Vehicle Stability; Reading the name plate; Load Stacking Rules; Loading and unloading the Forklift; Driving onto trucks, trailers, and railroad cars; Train Loading, Pallet Safety

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Operation; Operating Manual; Pre-Use Inspections; Removal from service; Basic Operation; Traveling and Maneuvering.

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Energizing Lifts; Introduction; Battery Safety Precautions; Acid; Acid Exposure; Explosion; Battery Charging; Battery Servicing; Propane (LPG), Changing Tanks; Openings and Valves on a Forklift Cylinder; Cylinder Storage; Handling; Diesel/Gas Refueling; Gas/Diesel refueling steps; Carbon Monoxide Hazards; Exposure Treatment;

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Workplace Related Topics; Physical Conditions; Pedestrian Traffic; Ramps and Grades; Loading Docks; Elevators; Truck Hazard Designations; Forklift selection; Indoor Air Quality.

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FINAL EXAM

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Total Test Questions – Must pass with 75%

31