This online course provides essential foundational knowledge for employees involved in or preparing for forklift operation. Participants will learn the key differences between operating a forklift and driving a conventional vehicle, gaining an understanding of forklift-specific controls, functions, and safe operating procedures. The course highlights the most common hazards encountered while operating a forklift and underscores the importance of adhering to safety protocols to prevent workplace injuries and equipment damage.

Additionally, the training outlines the regulatory and organizational requirements for forklift operator training and certification, ensuring participants understand what is needed to legally and safely operate a forklift in their workplace.

Course Outline:

• Forklift Basics: Definition, types, and uses

• Operating a Forklift: Controls and operational techniques

• Common Hazards: Risks and safety considerations

• Training Requirements: Regulatory and organizational standards

Course Objectives:

• Describe what a forklift is and its typical applications

• Explain how to safely operate a forklift

• Identify common hazards associated with forklift operation

• Understand training and certification requirements for forklift operators

This course is delivered entirely online in a blended learning format with no in-person skills evaluation required. Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Certificate of Online Training.

Course Length: 19 mins