Student Materials:
Forklift Operator Training Manual
Supplemental Handouts and Related Materials
Types of Equipment Covered
Hi-Lift Truck / Vertical Mast Forklift/ Pedestal Forklift
Low -Lift Truck
Narrow Aisle Rider Truck
Rough Terrain Forklifts
Container / Top Loaders
Attachments and Accessories
Prerequisites
Valid Driver's Lincense
Numerate / Literate ( There is an option for verbal test)
Pass Mark required for both Theory and Practical is 75%
Course duration is three to six days depending on level of experience
Refresher course duration is two days.
Certificate subject to renewal every two years.
Standards Covered
OSHA Powered Industrial Trucks -29 CFR Part 1910.178
ANSI /ITSDF B56.1 - Low-Lift and Hi-Lift Trucks
ANSI /ITSDF B56.6 - Rough Terrain Forklift Trucks
ANSI/ITSDF B56.11.3 - Load Handling Symbols for Powered Industrial Trucks
ANSI/ITSDF B56.11.4 - Hook Type Forks and Fork Carries for Powered Industrial Trucks
BSI standards
LOLER & PUWER regulations
Topics Covered
Terminology and Definitions
Operator Qualifications, Responsibilities and Conduct
Operator Controls
Safe Operating Practices
Pre-Operational Inspections
Equipment Care and General Maintenance
Forklift Accident Causes and Prevention
Operational Limitations
Record Keeping Requirements
Load Chart Interpretation
Warning Labels and Decals
Manufacturer's Specifications
Documentation
History Files
Equipment Operational / Load Testing
Telehandler Safety Procedures
Container Top Loader Safety Procedures
Examination and Certificates
Written and Practical exercises are given to each attendee.
A CIT Ghana Certificate of Completion is issued to each attendee who successfully
completes the course of instruction.
Critique