Forklift Trucks - B1, B2, D1, D2, G2

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Who should attend?

This course is suitable for anyone who is required to use a Forklift Truck in their daily working duties.

Course Aims & Objectives

The purpose of this course is to give delegates the skills required to safely operate a Forklift Truck. It covers Law and manual checks to ensure safety.

By the end of the course delegates will:

· Have a thorough understanding of how to successfully control and manoeuvre the vehicle

· Be able to inspect the vehicle to ensure safe use

· Understand all of the regulations required to ensure safety in the workplace

Course Outline

· Health & Safety at Work Act 1974

· Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations 1999

· Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER)

· Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER)

· Features and Safety Equipment

· Vehicle Inspection

· Correct Use of Controls

· Operating the Forklift (starting, moving, stopping, and steering)

· Weight Assessment and Truck Stability

· Theory and Practical Testing

Certification

On completion of the course and successfully passing the theory and practical test, the delegates are awarded a certificate that complies with the recommendations of the Health and Safety commission approved code of practice. It is recommended that this course is refreshed every 3 years.

Location

We can offer courses on your company premises for a maximum of 3 delegates per course.