Overview
Forklifts can be one of the most dangerous pieces of equipment in the workplace. Their quick speed, high manoeuvrability and relatively poor external visibility can cause an accident in seconds.
Do you know how to safely operate a forklift and are you confident doing so? AVELING’s Forklift Safety Essentials course gives drivers core knowledge and practical advice to operate safely.
After completing this course, drivers will be able to:
- Identify key skills and practices that assist in operating the forklift safely
- Recognise hazards in the operating environment, to themselves and others, and understand how to manage these and minimise the risks
- And know basic best practice of forklift operations, regarding parking, refuelling, pre-start-up checks etc.
Intended For
Anyone from newly qualified forklift operators, right through to experienced drivers who want to refresh their knowledge about forklift safety.
Key benefits of AVELING's online Injury and Illness Awareness course:
- Logon anywhere, anytime
This training course is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You can take the course anywhere on a laptop or standard PC with an Internet connection.
- Take it at your own pace
We keep track of your progress throughout the course. This enables you to take the course over several days or weeks if needed.
Learning Outcomes
- Checking for safety
- Safe operating procedures
- The operating environment
- Lifting and moving loads safely
- Forklift attachments
- Parking and refuelling the forklift
Certification
A Certificate of Participation will be issued at the end of the course.
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1 hour |
| Time: |
Anytime |
| Dates: |
Anywhere using a standard computer and Internet
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| Fee: |
$55.00 (inc GST) |
More Information
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Regular Domestic Post
Express Domestic Post
East Victoria Park Pick Up
International Post
International Express Post
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No charge
$7.40 incl GST
$10.00 incl GST
$10.00 GST free
$15.00 GST free
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Want to customise this course?
Build on the strengths of AVELING’s highly popular and successful online course and customise it to your organisation's needs and brand. By customising the course your company can:
- Add or tailor sections to reflect your in-house policies and procedures.
- Create specific examples, scenarios and case-studies that reflect your company's line of work.
- Build brand identity by customising and adding your corporate logo.
AVELING can also create reports that are tailored to your organisation's needs.
Contact us for a free consultation about developing a customised White Card course that meets your business needs.
