Course Offerings

This course provides instruction on the operation and maintenance of an industrial forklift and is designed for those individuals that want to obtain or renew their certification. Core topics include forklift design, controls and instrumentation, pre-use inspection, safety awareness, and forklift stability. This course meets the training requirements for related Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations. This course is eight (8) hours of training and students are required to attend 100% to be eligible to be credentialed. Students must be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver's license.

Course Objectives

know the OSHA regulations along with the operation and maintenance of an industrial forklift.

Outline of instruction

OSHA REGULATIONS

Lift truck operating principles and design

Pre-shift inspection and preventive maintenance

Worksite inspections

Picking up a load

Delivering a load

Apply lift truck operator safety skills

Contact Hours

8

CEUs

1

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

National Safety Council

CE or CU Articulation

No

Prerequisites

Students need to be 18 years or old and have a valid drivers' license.

Text and Supplies Needed

Lift Truck Operator Training Textbook- Book is provided on day one of class

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

Open bay area

Requirements for Successful Completion

attendance"Work boots","Work Gloves","Eye protection","Driver's License"

Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements

N/A

Intended Audience

Those interested in a fast paced non-traditionally work week. Those interested in a national credential leading to employment. Warehouse workers, loading dock workers, freight and moving company workers.

Specific Industry or Business Support Needs

N/A

Wake County Need for Industry Positions

N/A

Industry or Job Titles Related to training Outcomes for Employment

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Course Contact Information

Justina Barreiro
919-819-0203
[email protected]