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OSHA requires that every forklift driver be "certified" and prove they have the
knowledge and training to operate the equipment safely. Forklift 101 satisfies
this requirement for experienced drivers. Upon completion of this course,
drivers are presented with a forklift driver card similar to a drivers license.
For new drivers, this class is required to be taken before for the
Forklift 102 driving class and must be completed
successfully before they can move on to the driving class.
The course subjects include:
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Similarities
and differences between a forklift and automobile
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Steering and
maneuvering
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Visibility,
forward and backward operations with large loads
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Fork height
and operational guidelines
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Vehicle
capacity
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Vehicle
stability
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Vehicle
inspection
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Operating
limitations
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Other
precautions, guidelines and safe procedures to general
operations
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Loading
procedures and guidelines
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Data plate and
attachments
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Stability
triangle, speed and load weight affect
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Pre-inspection
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OSHA guideline
overview
Other
training classes include
Forklift 102, Forklift 103,
Aerial Lift Safety and Fall Protection
you can also take any of these classes through
home study or the
Internet
Special
class materials relating to construction forklift safety
and the boom or reach forklift are also available.
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