Learn about the operating mechanism and safety considerations of forklift trucks in this free online course. Many workplaces require forklifts to move heavy objects in an efficient and safe manner. This course will teach you the operating mechanisms of various forklift types, safety considerations for the forklift operator and vehicle inspection procedures. You'll learn how to identify hazards in the workplace, assess the risks associated with them and the necessary safety precautions to minimise accidents in the workplace.
| Course Category | Construction |
| Course Type | Online Learning |
| Course Qualification | CPD Certificate |
| Course Duration | 3-4 hours |
| Course Fee | Free |
| Entry Requirements | Like all courses on the Alison Free Learning platform this is a free, CPD-accredited course. A Graduate can choose to buy a certificate or diploma upon successful completion of a course, but this is not required or necessary. At Alison we believe that free education, more than anything, has the power to break through boundaries and transform lives. Alison is the world's largest free online empowerment platform for education and skills training, offering over 5000 CPD accredited courses and a range of impactful career development tools. It is a for-profit social enterprise dedicated to making it possible for anyone, to study anything, anywhere, at any time, for free online, at any subject level. Through our mission, we are a catalyst for positive social change, creating opportunity, prosperity, and equality for everyone. |
| Career Path | In This Free Course, You Will Learn How To • Discuss the importance and key components of a forklift • Explain the different types and uses of forklifts • Outline the control mechanism of forklifts • Recall the safety precautions to take before operating a forklift • Order steps to safely recharge and refuel • Identify different forklift-related hazards in the workplace • Evaluate safety risks associated with forklift operations • Outline some safety rules and regulations • List easy-to-follow forklift safety tips |
| Course Code | 5281 |
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