Lift Truck Safety

Overview

The most common types of vehicles that are involved in accidents at work are lift trucks and more than a fifth of non-fatal workplace transport injuries involve a lift truck. This course looks at the main risks when using a lift truck and a guide for their safe use and inspection.

Objectives

At the end of the course, trainees will be able to:

• Understand why we use lift trucks
• Recognise all the key features of your lift truck
• Conduct a daily vehicle inspection
• Start and move your lift truck safely
• Recognise the risks around your workplace
• Understand the importance of staying visible