OVERVIEW
The purpose of this unit is to give trainees a general understanding of performing safety checks on a forklift. At the conclusion of this unit, trainees will have a basic understanding of the structural checks, power system checks and operational checks that should be made before and during the operation of a forklift.

OBJECTIVES

Structural Checks

·         Describe the structural checks that an operator should perform on a forklift.

Power System Checks

·         Describe the power system checks that an operator should perform on a forklift.

Operational Checks

·         Describe the operational checks that an operator should perform on a forklift.

SUBJECTS

Structural Checks

·         Preparations

·         Major Components

Power System Checks

·         Hydraulic System

·         Electric Batteries

·         Internal Combustion Engines

·         Propane Gas Cylinders

Operational Checks

·         Before Use

·         During Use