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Leavitt Machinery

Forklift Safety Training | Lift Truck Training | Calgary
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COUNTERBALANCED FORKLIFT SAFETY TRAINING

OPTION 1

OPERATOR SAFETY TRAINING




Course Objective:
This forklift safety training program is designed to meet the needs of the counterbalanced, sit-down, rider type lift truck operators, regardless of brand. The course is ideal for all operators as it is designed to reinforce the importance of proper forklift safety and handling techniques. The program focus on these principles:
  • General lift truck fundamentals
  • Principals of stability, balance and capacity
  • The pre-operation inspection
  • Safety guidelines for operating forklifts
  • Safe load handling techniques
  • Fueling internal combustion powered lift trucks
  • Charging/changing industrial batteries on electric powered trucks
Course Structure:
This comprehensive program consists of the following:
  • Classroom training on the theory of lift truck operation and safety issues. Includes the use of workbooks and video.
  • Hands on operation of the forklift.
  • Evaluation is based on participants ability to demonstrate:
  1. Daily inspection procedure.
  2. Site inspection for hazards.
  3. Demonstration of safe operation of the machine.
  4. Completion of a quiz on all aspects of the operation of the equipment as well as the regulations relating to the safe operation of the equipment.
Forklift Safety Training Course Duration:
  • 1 Day Experienced Operators (8 hours)
  • 2 Day Novice Operators (16 hours)

OPTION 2

RE-QUALIFICATION
TRAINING




Course Objective:
This forklift safety training program is designed to ensure that operator knowledge and practical skills continue to meet current safety standards and regulations. The program is ideal for all operators as it is designed to reinforce the importance of proper handling techniques.

Course Structure:
This comprehensive refresher program consists of the following:
  • Classroom training on the theory of telehandler operation. Includes the use of workbooks and video.
  • Hands on operation and practical evaluation of operator skills.
Forklift Safety Training Course Duration:
  • 4-5 hours (depending on number of participants)
Prerequisite:
Must have previously completed training with Leavitt Machinery

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OPTION 3

IN-HOUSE INSTRUCTOR TRAINING




Course Objective:
This comprehensive forklift safety training program gives the student the skills to teach an effective program by:
  • Introducing them the principles of safe operation of a forklift
  • Training them to present the material in a classroom situation
  • Instructing the student how to evaluate another operator's driving skills
  • Teaching the student how to set-up an appropriate test area for students
  • Introducing the student to the regulatory bodies governing lift truck operators
  • Explaining proper record keeping
Once the forklift safety training program has been completed, the instructor will be able to train your employees in the following areas:
  • General forklift fundamentals
  • Principals of stability, balance and capacity
  • The pre-operation inspection
  • Safety guidelines for operating lift trucks
  • Safe load handling techniques
  • Fueling internal combustion powered lift trucks
  • Charging and changing industrial batteries on electric powered forklifts
Supplies Needed:
  • Instructor's Guide
  • Operator's Manual
  • All Evaluations needed to qualify employees
Forklift Safety Training Course Duration:
  • 2 days (8 hours per session)
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