Duration will be Tailored for each Course
Maximum of 3 Delegates
The Counterbalance lift truck is the most common type of lift truck found in the industry. The truck is versatile in that it can operate within the racking of a warehouse and outside loading vehicles. From distribution centres to warehouses of all sizes, the Counterbalance is an efficient tool for moving goods from point A to point B.
Complete Safety Training offers courses for all types of Counterbalance lift trucks and we cater for trainees of all experience levels, from complete novices to refreshers. Training is offered either on customers premises or from one of our 3 training centres. Please contact us for a discussion regarding what type of training you require and we will work with you to ensure your trainees walk away safe and confident operators.
All of these trucks require a high skill level in order to operate safely. Our instructors will ensure that by the end of the course all trainees will understand their legal obligations regarding checking the truck is safe to use and will be able to operate the truck in a safe and efficient manner.
Complete Safety Training offers accredited courses for all types of Counterbalance lift trucks and we cater for trainees of all experience levels, from complete novices to refreshers.
This may not be an exhaustive list of all content covered during the course, for further information please contact Complete Safety Training.
All trainees will be provided with an accredited or in-house certificate following successful completion of the course which is valid for 3 years; 3 yearly refresher training is recommended.
Course introduction and induction
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Approved Code of Practice (ACOP)
Operator safety and observation
Pre-shift checks
Battery charging/refuelling procedures
Defect reporting procedures
Lift Truck stability – engineering principles and weight assessment
Driving within simulated working conditions
Manoeuvring skills
Racking
Attachments
Theory test
Practical test
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