PROFESSIONAL SAFETY DRIVING, HANDLING & MAINTENANCE OF FORKLIFT WITH CARGO
Course Introduction
This 3-day program is designed for individuals seeking advanced skills and knowledge in handling forklifts with cargo. The training focuses on safety driving, proper handling, and maintenance practices to minimize workplace hazards and risks. Participants will also gain understanding of legal requirements and practical skills through hands-on exercises, theory tests, and competency assessments.
Objectives
- Understand safety and legal requirements in forklift and cargo operations.
- Apply safe driving and handling techniques at the workplace.
- Identify hazards and risks during forklift operation.
- Implement effective risk control measures.
Who Should Attend
- Managers, executives, supervisors.
- Safety & Health Officers, engineers, OSH practitioners.
- Safety & Health / Environmental Committee members.
- Forklift operators and workers handling cargo.
- Trainers involved in safe forklift programs.
Lessons Module
Day 1
- Introduction, brainstorming, and SOP development.
- Forklift handling practical: familiarization and troubleshooting.
- Practical sessions: safe vs unsafe operations, overload, and road conditions.
Day 2
- Forklift handling continuation: practical implementation of SOP & rules.
- Maintenance inspection and checklist verification.
- Extended practice on troubleshooting and safe operations.
Day 3
- Group exercise and case study presentation.
- Practical sessions: improvements in SOP and maintenance practices.
- Final competency practice and review.
Benefits
- Enhanced skills for safe forklift driving and cargo handling.
- Reduced workplace risks, injuries, and damages.
- Stronger compliance with legal & safety standards.
- Improved knowledge of forklift maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Practical confidence in safe loading, offloading, lashing, and securing cargo.
- 3 Days Programme
- 9:00am to 5:00pm
Training & Workshop Methodologies
- Theory presentations with visual aids.
- Hands-on forklift practical sessions.
- Group discussions and case studies.
- Competency review via theory (25%) and practical (75%) assessments.
