Hamilton Forklift Training Schools

Hamilton Forklift Training Schools - What Are Covered In Our Forklift Training Schools

Are you searching for a job as a driver of a forklift? Our regulatory-compliant mobile equipment operator training offers instruction in kinds of forklifts, pre-shift inspection, fuel types and dealing with fuels, and safe use of a forklift. Practical, hands-on training assists participants in obtaining fundamental operational skills. Course content covers existing regulations governing the use of lift trucks. Our proven forklift courses are intended to offer training on these types of trucks: powered pallet truck, narrow isle forklift and counterbalanced forklift.

Do not raise or lower the fork whilst the lift truck is traveling. A load must not extend over the backrest due to the possibility of the load sliding back in the direction of the operator. Inspect for overhead obstructions and make certain there is adequate clearance before lifting a load. Stay away from overhead power lines. When the load is lifted straight up, tilt it back slightly.

The lift truck is less steady if a load is in a raised position. Ensure that no one ever walks under the elevated fork. The operator must not leave the forklift while the load is raised.

When handling pallets, forks should be level and high enough to go into the pallet and extend all the way under the load. The width of the forks must provide even distribution of weight.

Chock the wheels and set the brakes before loading and unloading the truck. The floors must be strong enough to support the weight of both the forklift and its load. Fixed jacks could be installed to support a semi-trailer which is not coupled to a tractor. The entrance door height must clear the forklift height by at least 5 cm. Mark edges of rail cars, ramps or docks and avoid them.

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