Safety And Compliance
Course Pack: Vehicle Safety
Forklift Safety
Course Description
Forklift Safety provides water and wastewater personnel with essential instruction on the safe operation and handling of forklifts in treatment plants, warehouses, and utility environments. The course emphasizes pre-operation inspections, proper load-handling techniques, stability principles, safe maneuvering, and hazard identification to reduce the risk of tip-overs, struck-by incidents, and equipment damage. Learners will gain practical knowledge of compliant operating procedures, communication practices, workplace safety requirements, and documentation standards to support efficient and safe material handling operations. By following Forklift Safety best practices, personnel can improve workplace safety, maintain regulatory compliance, and protect both employees and equipment.
Learning Objectives
1) Inspect forklifts and verify operational readiness
2) Safely lift, carry, and stack loads in plant environments
3) Navigate tight aisles and uneven surfaces
4) Recognize tip‑over risks and maintain stability
5) Coordinate pedestrian safety and communication
Agenda
1) Forklift classifications and controls
2) Pre‑use inspections and maintenance logs
3) Load center, stability, and traveling safety
4) Refueling/charging and ventilation needs
5) Plant‑specific hazards and pedestrian zones
6) Operator certification and documentation
Target audience
Intermediate-level operators (Operator 2), maintenance staff, field technicians, and supervisors responsible for operating or overseeing forklift use in water and wastewater facilities.
Level
I, II, III, IV
Learning material and method
Online on-demand
Assessment
Knowledge check and quiz (80% correct and above)
Instructor
Dave Burpeau