Forklift

In Person

forklift-safety-training

Overview

Forklifts, also commonly referred to as lift trucks, are one of the most commonly used pieces of mobile equipment across many industries in Ontario, across Canada, and around the world. They come in various sizes, with many different attachments, and are capable of lifting very heavy and awkward loads.

The purpose of using a forklift to move materials is to increase the level of productivity an organization can achieve by moving larger sums of materials faster, which also in turn increases the safety of many tasks considering that workers are no longer required to perform these tasks manually.

While a forklift is a very safe and efficient piece of equipment, it is important to ensure that operators have been deemed competent.

Regulations specific to different industries such as construction, industrial and health care, state that operators of lifting devices must be competent. Being competent means having the knowledge, training and experience to organize the work, being familiar with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its Regulations where they may apply, and having knowledge of the potential or actual hazards that exist in the workplace. Our forklift training program is designed to help participants meet the requirements of this definition.

While not mandatory under the Occupational Health and Safety Act, our program is written in accordance with CSA B335-15 covering forklifts found in classes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 7 of this standard, and as recommended by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development.

While CSA B335-15 provides valuable information on training requirements, it is not a law and therefore is considered to be a best practice.

What You’ll Learn

  • Competent operators
    • Definition
  • Legal responsibilities under the OHSA
    • Occupational Health and Safety Act, sections 25 to 28, 50, 66
  • Regulatory requirements (industry-specific)
  • Authorized operators
    • CSA B335-15
  • Contributing factors
  • Hierarchy of controls
  • Worksite inspections
  • Start-up pre-use inspections
    • Various classes of forklifts
  • Documentation and deficiencies
  • Characteristics of lift trucks
    • Various classes of forklifts
    • Stability
  • Safety rules
  • Company-specific policies and procedures
    • Discussed where applicable
  • Other considerations
  • Refueling/recharging
    • Batteries
    • Propane
    • Diesel
  • Practical skills evaluation on one forklift per participant
  • Written evaluation

FAQ

How is this program taught?

This program is taught using an interactive discussion method. This means that all participants will be involved in discussing the content throughout the duration of the program. This method ensures that all participants receive and understand the information.

Are there accommodations for learning disabilities?

Participants that may have a learning disability or other impairment, such as language, literacy hearing, or vision, will be accommodated. This may involve having the questions read to the participant(s) by the instructor, the assistance of an interpreter supplied by the employer, or other means. Where disabilities or impairments are identified, please advise your contact when scheduling the course so all efforts to accommodate can be made.

How long is the certificate valid for?

The certificate is valid for three years from the date of completion

Details

Course Length

approximately 6 hours

Breaks

Two 10-minute breaks, one 30-minute lunch break

Location

Private onsite or in public setting at STC facilities or partners

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Prerequisites
  • CSA approved steel-toed safety boots or shoes depending on the training environment
Free Download

Forklift pre-use inspection form