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Forklift Operator Training Course - Beginner (FRK01)
Description
This full day course is for people with little or no operational experience and who would like to obtain the minimum required level of knowledge/skill needed to safely operate a forklift (class 1-6). This course complies with the CSA standard for training of forklift operators. Included will be a demonstration and hands on training portion. This will be followed by a proficiency demonstration and an Operator Performance Evaluation. A 3 year Grande Prairie Regional College Certificate will be awarded upon successful completion*.
Covered in this course:
• Basic Principles
• Fork Truck Classifications
• Pre-use Inspection
• Refuelling of forklifts
• Safe Operating Practices
• Occupational Health and Safety Regulations
• Summary/Written Review
• Practical Training/Demonstration
Forklift Operator Training receives 0.6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) in the Alberta Environment Water and Wastewater Operator Certification Program.
The use of coveralls, or long sleeves and long pants during training is recommended.
*Upon successfully completing this course, students must produce a valid driver's license in order to obtain a Forklift Operator ticket. If a valid license cannot be produced, the course is considered informational only.
Timetable
| Dates | Times | Days | Cost | Instructor | Enrollment | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2 | 8:30am - 4:30pm | Tuesday | $175.00 | Peacock | Available | Grande Prairie |
| Feb 16 | 8:30am - 4:30pm | Tuesday | $175.00 | Peacock | Available | Grande Prairie |
| Mar 2 | 8:30am - 4:30pm | Tuesday | $175.00 | Peacock | Available | Grande Prairie |
| Mar 16 | 8:30am - 4:30pm | Tuesday | $175.00 | Peacock | Available | Grande Prairie |
| Mar 30 | 8:30am - 4:30pm | Tuesday | $175.00 | Peacock | Available | Grande Prairie |
| Apr 13 | 8:30am - 4:30pm | Tuesday | $175.00 | Peacock | Available | Grande Prairie |
| Apr 27 | 8:30am - 4:30pm | Tuesday | $175.00 | Peacock | Available | Grande Prairie |
| May 11 | 8:30am - 4:30pm | Tuesday | $175.00 | Peacock | Available | Grande Prairie |
| May 25 | 8:30am - 4:30pm | Tuesday | $175.00 | Peacock | Available | Grande Prairie |
| Jun 8 | 8:30am - 4:30pm | Tuesday | $175.00 | Peacock | Available | Grande Prairie |
| Jun 22 | 8:30am - 4:30pm | Tuesday | $175.00 | Peacock | Available | Grande Prairie |
File Attachments
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Beginner Forklift Operator (343K) Adobe Acrobat Document |
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