INTRODUCTION FOR POWER PALLET TRUCK (PPT) SAFETY
Power Pallet Truck training is designed to protect employees, by supporting the integrated safety features of the pallet truck, and preventing injury through the correct and proper use of the equipment.
The correct use of equipment can also have a demonstrable effect on the level of maintenance required, the number of faults that develop and the life of the equipment – all of which can be adversely affected by inappropriate actions.
The key aim of these training course materials is to provide your employees with the necessary information and skills to enable them to use the equipment effectively and safely.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to :
- Identify and use the safety features built into the equipment
- Identify and understand the hazards associated with the equipment
- Understand and demonstrate the correct use of the equipment to maximise its efficient use
- Understand and State the relevant pre check & fault reporting procedures in use
- To understand and demonstrate the safe use of the equipment in accordance with the associated Safe Systems of Work
WHO MUST ATTEND
- Supervisor, Maintenance, Storekeeper, Material Handler and employees who are exposed to or work with forklift.
COURSE METHODOLOGY
- Lecture, practical and exam (theory & practical).
COURSE CONTENT
| 0730hrs | Registration |
| 0800hrs | Introduction
Pre Test Legislation Introduction
Identify HAZARD and plan for CONTROLS
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| 0930hrs | Coffee Break |
| 1000hrs | Power Pallet Truck components
Main components and its operation
Daily Power Pallet Truck inspection :
Understanding gears and operation controls
Pallet Safety
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| 1200hrs | Lunch Break |
| 1300hrs-1530hrs | Participant Demonstration – Their learning of correct use of the Pallet Truck within the workplace, covering:
Operators practical skill test Post Test |
| 1600hrs |
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