Forklift Licence (Licence to Operate a Forklift Truck)

Course Outline

• Accurately interpret information relating to conducting forklift truck operations (e.g. procedures)
• Safely conduct forklift truck operations including all functions to the maximum height and load capacity
• Identify hazards associated with the operation of the forklift truck, assess risks and put into place effective hazard prevention/control measures for those hazards identified
• Verify problems and equipment faults and demonstrate appropriate response procedures
• Methodology of determining the weight of a load
• WHS legislation, standards relevant to the safe operation for the forklift trucks
• Understanding of forklift characteristics and capabilities (including use of load data plates)
• Understanding of the hierarchy of hazard identification and control
• Organisational and workplace standards, requirements, policies and procedures
• Procedures for the recording, reporting and maintenance of workplace records and information
• Forklift truck operations and safe operating techniques
• Typical routine problems encountered in the operation of the crane and equipment and adjustments required for correction