Complete Forklift Course for Beginners: Six Easy Steps to Operate a Forklift - Softcover

Fowler, Mr Allan

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1512396656 ISBN 13: 9781512396652

Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2015

Synopsis

Complete Forklift Course for Beginners

Ever wanted to operate a forklift, but have no idea where to start? Created by Australia’s leading online training provider, Your Licence, the Complete Forklift Course for Beginners offers a comprehensive introduction to forklift truck operations and on-the-job requirements, providing aspiring forklift drivers with the key information needed to obtain forklift certification.

With a strong focus on safety, this book includes information on:

• Parts and controls for different forklifts you may use, including propane, LPG and battery powered electric forklifts, as well as reach forklifts.
• How to plan a job and reduce risks to yourself and others.
• How to conduct a forklift inspection using a checklist to ensure it’s safe to use, and what to do if you find a fault.
• How to lift, move and place loads.
• How to figure out the weight and centre of gravity of loads so you don’t overload your forklift.
• How to correctly shut down, secure, refuel and maintain your forklift.
• How to meet legal requirements when on the job.

Along with a step-by-step guide to operations in industrial and warehouse settings, this forklift training book includes a variety of sample assessment questions, allowing you to test your learning along the way. The training material included is mapped to Australian standards, and is suitable for international use.

This guide is presented in an easy-to-understand, engaging format, and is suitable for persons of all ages, with a basic/intermediate level of written English skills.

About this title

About the Author

This title was created by Your Licence Pty Ltd, Australia's leading provider of online training for the construction, mining and transport industries. Developed by Founder and Director, Allan Fowler, the content has been created using his 25+ years industry experience. With 10+ years spent as a forklift trainer and WorkSafe accredited trainer, Allan is committed to using his impressive industry skill set to develop a suite of learning resources that can be used worldwide. Allan is well known for his excellent communication skills, demonstrated by 10 years of teaching and assessing experience. Previously an energetic construction worker, his extensive career experience has seen him consistently involved in all facets of the building construction industries, with a specialist knowledge in commercial structures and oil rigs. Proactive and experienced, he has gained his experience working with a variety of construction teams and projects, and has proven to be successful in creating effective communication between personnel, general contractors and the management team.

Edition details

• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Publication date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1512396656
• ISBN 13: 9781512396652
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 122