Program Intent

To give the new forklift operator an understanding of the physics pertaining to forklifts; to give an understanding of the seriousness of operating a forklift; and to outline the responsibilities for operating a forklift. This program specifies the basic knowledge and skill requirements for the safe operation of lift trucks and their attachments. This program follows the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) B335-04 safety standard for lift trucks.

Who Should Attend

New forklift operators who require additional practical time in order to achieve certification.
Class sizes will be kept small in order to provide new operators with as much practical time possible in the 2 days.

Course Content

This program is divided into five theory sections and a practical component. The practical exercise consists of maneuvering a forklift through a predetermined obstacle course while performing several functions. Course length varies on number of students and their experience but is typically 16 hours in length. A general description of the course outline is as follows:

• General Requirements
• Provincial Legislation
• Company Policies & Procedures
• Operating Manuals
• Lift Truck Features & Safety Equipment
• Stability
• Capacity Plate & Location
• Pre-operational Inspection
• Start-up
• Traveling with & without a Load
• Pedestrians
• Load Handling
• Ramps & Grades
• Personnel Lifting, Lowering & Supporting
• Elevators
• Workplace Specific Hazards
• Procedures for Shutdown / Leaving the Operator’s Position
• Re-fuelling / Recharging
• Practical Skills Training on both a Class IV Sit-Down Counterbalanced Lift Truck and a Class II (Narrow Aisle) Lift Truck.
  Note: Class VII (Rough Terrain - Variable Reach or Zoom Boom), and other machine specific training available, contact us for details.