Forklift Operator Training

(16 min.) This program is simply a review of safe operating rules.

First of all, anyone operating this equipment must be trained and authorized by the company. Your license means you have received training and are capable of safely operating this equipment. Once you''re trained and authorized, the rest is up to you. You're expected to have the maturity and responsibility to operate this equipment efficiently and safely. Don't take this responsibility lightly. A forklift professional doesn't cause property damage or injuries. Everyone wants to move material efficiently and quickly and that''s your job, but you don't have to speed or violate safety rules to do a good job. We realize equipment operators get in a hurry, especially if you're sitting on a forklift all day, but how much time and money do you save by spilling loads, running into doors, walls, sprinkler pipes, or other materials? The time you save by speeding and cutting corners isn't worth one minor accident. You're much more productive working safely and obeying the rules. All we ask is for you to perform your job professionally.

Topics included in this safety video are: engineering principles, the fulcrum principle, load center, center of gravity, stability triangle, 3-point Suspension System, safe operating rules, riders, safety platforms, speeding, driving with a raised load, driving around blind corners, moving a load, parking the forklift, pedestrians, loading docks, stabilizing jacks, dock plates, and inspections.

Program comes with a CD-ROM of written materials, including test questions and answers. English title also includes PowerPoint presentation.