INTRODUCTION
The objective of this course is to prevent injury and minimize property damage through accidents involving the operations of Forklift Trucks. This course shall prepare a Forklift Truck operator for an advanced stage of handling, daily inspection, proper maintenance and safety in the operation of the truck.
Reckless operation and handling due to lack of know-how in the operation, bad habits and indifferent attitudes have caused and can cause loss of lives, permanent injury and extensive damage to properties that could even shut down operations and put fellow employees out of job.
This course will help reduce the tragedy and personal suffering from accidents, lower the costly waste and improve overall efficiency and productivity. The good record and skill of a trained Forklift Truck operator will be most valuable to the company and his future.
A Forklift Truck is an expensive and vital piece of equipment that, if not properly used and maintained, can cause serious injury, heavy damage to products and facilities, high maintenance and operating costs of a company.
