Counterbalance Forklift Truck Training (Various)

ITSSAR Classification: B1, B2, B3 & B4

Ratio: 1 Machine: 3 Trainees: 1 Instructor

Knowledge
On completion of training, candidates will have a theoretical understanding of the following:

• Responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act, 1974 PUWER 98 & LOLER 98
• Operators Safety Code
• Battery maintenance and charging procedures
• Pre-use checks
• Factors affecting stability
• Stacking and de-stacking in open and confined areas
• Lorry loading and unloading

Skills
On completion of training, the candidate will be able to:

• Drive and operate the lift truck safely and efficiently
• Stack and de-stack at various levels in a safe and competent manner
• Carry out pre-use checks to ensure the equipment is in a safe condition
• Carry out battery maintenance and charging procedures
• Load and unload vehicles