Telehandler/Vertical Mast/Truck Mount Forklift

Hours: 8

This class is intended to train personnel in the safe operation of an extended boom forklift. The class will provide the student with the knowledge and skills needed to operate and extended boom forklift. Also covered in the class will be proper pre-shift inspection procedure.

Topics Covered:

• Topics covered in the class are proper pre-shift inspection, machine operation, reading load charts, extending and retracting with a load, and maneuvering around obstacles.
• At the conclusion of the lecture, each student will be required to pass a written  examination.
• The practical portion of the class will include a 4-hour hands-on operation and inspection of a forklift, and will be taught as a one-on-one session with each student.
• At the conclusion of the practical section each student will be required to pass specific tasks conducted by the instructor.