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Forklift Operator

Operators of forklifts, clamp trucks, reach trucks and other lifting devices are required to be competent in the operation of the equipment that they are using. The CSA B 335-04 Safety Standards for Lift Trucks outlines general requirements for this equipment as well as operator training requirements. FSN programs follow this standard. All students will go through a theory session as well as hands-on testing and training. Each will receive a wallet card indicating that they have completed the course.

Applicable Certificate/License/Record of Training Regulations: Ontario Construction Regulation 213/91, Industrial Establishments 851    GO TO REGULATIONS

Counterbalance Forklift Operation for Experienced Drivers (FL – 01) (1 Day) (E)

Intended For: Employees who operate forklift or clamptrucks in the workplace.  This program is designed for operators who have had some experience driving a forklift but do not have a license or those renewing their license

Course Content: Includes a classroom session covering forklift regulations, stability theory, pre-operational checks, operating safety and refueling.  Practical training & testing is completed with each operator after the classroom session.

Prerequisites: Basic forklift driving experience

Valid for: 3 years, practical refresher after 18 months

Reach Truck Operation for Experienced Drivers (FL – 02) (1 Day) (E)

Intended For: Employees operating a reach truck in the workplace.  This program is designed for operators who have had some experience driving a reach truck but do not have a license or are renewing their license

Course Content: Includes a classroom session which covers forklift regulations, stability theory, pre-operational checks, operating safety and refueling.  Practical training is completed with each operator after the classroom session.

Prerequisites: Basic reach truck driving experience

Valid for: 3 years, practical refresher after 18 months