Workshop on Basic Lift Truck (Fork Lift) Operational and Management Fundamentals

Program overview

This course introduces participants to Lift Truck /Forklift basic operational fundamentals and principles as it matters on Material Handling process and on every day application.

For Whom:

This program is designed for Fresh Lift Truck Operators, Existing Lift Truck Operators, Preventive Maintenance Technicians, and Equipment Advisors.

Learning Objectives

At the end of this program, participants will be able to:

• explain the importance of Lift Truck in Material Handling;
• demonstrate good knowledge of various Lift Truck Applications;
• know and demonstrate the steps involved in a Professional Lift Truck operations and carry out;
  • Walk Around & Visual Inspection
  • Fluid Checks e.g. Oil, Coolant etc.
• identify & demonstrate all the steps involved in performing competent PM TA1 tasks on;
• Safety Devices Parameter Verification;
  • Identify & demonstrate personal safety as it relates to specific practices & equipment operation;
  • Understanding Service and Parking Brake System;
  • Demonstrate Defensive Lift Truck Operations guidelines;
  • Recognize and apply methods involved in Material Handling and Storage;
  • Apply Basic Operation observing correct position/shutdown, lockout-tag out on equipment’s; and
  • Recognize & carryout all Material Handling tasks as outlined in the Operators & Maintenance Manual (OMM).

 Course outline:

Day 1

• Fundamentals of Material Handling Equipment
• Types & Designs of Lift Trucks Applications

 Day 2

• Fork Lift Operations and Best Practices
• General Fork Lift Safety Practices

Day 3

• Basic Fork Lift System Components and their Functions
• Electrical System
• Lubrication

Day 4

• Basic Fork Lift System Components and their Functions
• Cooling System
• Air Intake & Exhaust System
• Fuel System

Day 5

• Understanding Lift Truck Safety System
• Braking System Operation
• General Lift Truck Troubleshooting Overview
• General Course Review
• Course Post Tests

 Waivers Considerations

• 1 Week training Session for an Experienced Operator
• 2 Weeks for a Promising and Intending Lift truck Operator fee @ N350, 000

Training Methodology

Lectures, discussions, exercises, case studies, audio-visual aids will be used to reinforce these teachings/learning methods.