Cambridge Forklift Training Program

Cambridge Forklift Training Program - Lift trucks are occasionally called hi los, lift trucks or jitneys. These powered industrial trucks are utilized widely today. Department stores used forklifts to unload products from trailers. Warehouses use them for tiering product. And grocery stores use small models to drop stock in the aisles. Whether transporting lumber at a sawmill or loading material at a construction site, operators of forklifts should be trained properly and licensed. The main concern should be on pedestrian and worker safety. This lift truck training course teaches the safety and health regulations governing forklifts to be able to ensure their efficient and safe utilization.

Forklift Training Program Safety Guidelines:

Forklift training programs are designed to guarantee that the operator is able to control the forklift safely during lifting, tilting and traveling. Only skilled operators should operate a forklift.

While the forklift is in use; head, arms, hands, legs and feet must be kept inside the forklift. Forklift forks must be kept low to the ground while being slightly tilted back. Observe posted traffic signs. Decrease speed and honk the horn if taking a corner. If the vision of the driver is blocked by the load, drive backwards slowly. Pre-check the ground for potential dangers, like oily or wet spots, objects, rough patches, holes, people and vehicles. Avoid sudden stops.

If pedestrians pass across the vehicle or moves into a blind spot, the forklift must be stopped, the load lowered, waiting until the way is clear. If a load is being transported on an incline, the forks should be pointed downhill without a load and uphill with a load. The lift truck must just be turned around when on level ground.

Safety guidelines when steering - If traveling at good speeds, never turn the steering wheel sharply. Support the load utilizing the front wheels and turn making use of the back wheels. A truck that is overloaded will be hard to steer. Follow load limits. Do not add a counterweight as a way to improve steering.

Safety guidelines while loading - Adhere to the suggested load and capacity limitations of the lift truck. This information is displayed on the data plate. Always make certain that the load is placed based on the recommended load centre. The forklift would remain steady so long as the load is kept near the front wheels.

Before inserting the forks into the pallet, the mast of the forklift should be in an upright position. Level the forks prior to inserting them.

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