Telescopic Handler Operator Safety
This 4-hour class conforms to the new OSHA/WISHA standards adopted in March/2000 regarding forklifts. The standards require that every employee be trained before being allowed to operate a forklift without supervision. Training is good for 3 years. Each person who takes the class receives a student manual, inspection booklet, and a certificate of completion with wallet sized card. Training is done at your site. This class covers the following:
• Basic Forklift Components
• Pre-Shift Inspections
• Balance, Stability and Capacity
• Estimating Weight
• Load Charts
• Safe Operating Guidelines
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This training is also offered on CD through our Hard Hat Training Series website. Please click on the link to the left for more information.
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Test Your Knowledge
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Question #19
The operator is not required to use a seat belt when:
a) Moving the forklift short distances.
b) Moving the machine for repairs.
c) Operating the machine inside a container.
d) It would be more dangerous to wear one than not wear one.
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