Registration is now open for our agriculture FORKLIFT training. If you have a group for training, please resigter now for dates starting in April 2026. Any questions, please contact us at 902-892-1091 of Sara at 902-213-1895.
Participants are made familiar with all terminology, equipment, and standard industry practices which relate to the topic, and are given applicable reference material to assist them in their duties. When you complete our Forklift Training you should be familiar with the safety principles of Forklift, have an increased knowledge of how to inspect them and safely operate them and be able to recognize and avoid the most common hazards associated with their use. Classroom portion: Approx: 3 hrs
Equipment anatomy & inspections/Importance of pre-shift inspection/Stability of a Forklift/Principles of Forklift stability/Stability Triangle/Importance of machine’s capacity plate/Safe operation/Load handling principles/Attachments/Re-fueling and battery care/Refueling combustible engines/Battery Powered/
The classroom portion of the above mentioned topics is supported by videos and workbooks with group discussions encouraged.
Practical portion will include:Hands on operation of the Forklift
• Performance by the participant on the following
1. Daily inspection procedure
2. Operating Forklift through obstacle course
3. Performing driving scenarios in controlled environment
4. Demonstration of overall Safe Operation of the Forklift
Evaluation:Completion of a quiz on all aspects of operation & Pass all required practical scenarios
Course Duration Approx. 6hrs
Employers will be issued a Record of Training and any additional information or assistance as may be required to integrate the training into their Occupational Health and Safety plan and all successful participants will receive a wallet card.
Only one person from the farm needs to register your group. Group size can be 10-12 participants. Your forklift license is good for 3 years.
