Athens Technical College - Forklift Certification - October 23, 2023

Description

The Forklift Operator Safety course covers safety requirements relating to the design, maintenance and safe use of forklifts.  It is designed to help students learn to properly recognize and avoid hazards associated with forklift operations.  Students will learn safety precautions associated with forklift operations and demonstrate proper handling and operations of a forklift as required by OSHA 1910:178. 

Face to Face, live in person instructor. 
Class size limited to five (5) to maximize hands-on driving time and instructor interaction. 

Topics Covered:

• Safety
• Equipment Description
• Pre-Operational Check
• Operation of a Sit-Down Forklift
• Operation of a Forklift
• Handling and Stacking Procedures
• Loading and Unloading Trailers
• Liquid Propane (LP) Forklifts
• Battery Powered Forklifts
• Gasoline and Diesel Powered Forklifts