Calgary Counterbalance Forklift License

Calgary Counterbalance Forklift License - When operated by fully trained operators, forklifts can become a major asset for companies and firms. We could provide your personnel a comprehensive training program that includes all parts of operating a powered lift device. Counterbalance forklift training offers forklift operators with the understanding and practical skills required to operate forklifts safely and efficiently. The program provides a combination of classroom theory, hands-on training and participant observation within a warehouse-type environment. Training could be customized and/or on site.

The course comprises the fundamentals of powered lift trucks, such as rules and regulations, components, factors affecting stability and load centres. General operating procedures are taught, like for example startup, circle check, shutdown, forward/reverse on level ground, and operating around other individuals. Load handling topics include load pickup and placement, selection of loads, loading and off-loading trailers and load security and integrity. Participants would learn operational maintenance procedures, like for instance recharging and refueling. Workplace safety concerns would be talked about. Participants would know the environmental conditions affecting the performance of the lift truck and be able to identify possible hazards. Advanced training on propane handling could be incorporated.

Employees and their employers may face penalties if they do not operate according to industry and national standards. Employees operating a counterbalance forklift should be well-informed concerning the safe operation rules of their forklift. Training is suggested for any individual applying for work which needs forklift operation.

We provide in-class theory and hands-on training within personalized, small classes. Training choices consist of entry level or refresher courses.

Entry-level Course Outline:
This course is for anybody entering the work force as a forklift operator. Students who are successful should finish the program and pass a series of written and practical exams. Subject matter comprises: fundamentals of powered lift trucks; general operating procedures; load handling; operational maintenance; basic rules and regulations, workplace safety.

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