
Counterbalance Forklift License Guelph - Forklifts, when operated by completely trained personnel, are a major asset to companies. We provide a thorough training program covering all factors of operating a powered lift machine. Counterbalance forklift training provides operators of forklifts with the practical skill sand understanding required so as to safely and efficiently operate forklifts. The particular program offers a combination of classroom theory, hands-on training and participant observation within a warehouse-type environment. Training can be on site and/or customized.
The course goes through the lift truck fundamentals, regulations and rules, parts, factors affecting stability and load centres. Procedures regarding the general operation of the forklift is taught, in addition to startup, circle checks, shutdown, forward/reverse on level ground, and operating around other people. Load handling topics include selection of loads, load pickup and placements, loading and off-loading trailers and load security and integrity. Participants would learn operational maintenance procedures, like recharging and refueling. Workplace safety issues will be discussed. Participants would know the environmental conditions affecting lift truck performance and be able to identify potential dangers. Advanced training on propane handling can be incorporated.
Employers and their employees may face penalties if they do not operate according to industry and national standards. Workers operating a counterbalance forklift will have to be knowledgeable about the safe operation guidelines of their forklift. Training is recommended for anybody applying for a job that needs forklift operation.
In our personalized small classes, we provide both in-class theory and hands-on training. The options for personalized training would comprise entry level or refresher courses.
Entry-level Course Outline:
For anybody entering the workforce as an operator of a counterbalance forklift, this training course is for you. The successful student must pass a series of practical and written tests to finish the program. Topics comprises: essentials of powered lift trucks; general operating procedures; operational maintenance; load handling; workplace safety; basic regulations and rules.