Forklift Training (SO1027)

Purpose

In order to operate a powered forklift on campus, University staff must first complete this forklift theory training session and then schedule and complete a practical assessment (practical assessment booking instructions included below).

Who should take this course?

Operators of propane or electrically powered forklifts, tow motors, ride alongs, etc.

Duration

4 hours

Training content

Review applicable sections of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Learn concepts such as the stability triangle, load limits, specialized attachments and operator awareness.
Discuss the lift truck principles of operation.
Understand how to avoid dangerous situations related to operating a forklift.

Registration and scheduling

Theory

See a current list of scheduled sessions.

Follow these steps to register through Workday:

Log in to Workday using your WatIAM.
Using the Search bar at the top of the page, search for the course number and/or name.
The course should appear in the Learning category.

If you do not see the course when you search:
- The Learning category is found in the list of categories on the left-hand side of the screen. If you do not have it in your Saved Categories, click on the More Categories option to access it.

Practical assessments

Performed by request and may only be arranged after having taken the fork lift theory class. To arrange a practical assessment contact one of the following:

Rob McMurren ext. 39162 (Central Stores)
Wes Stewart ext. 32034 (Central Stores)
Doug Dye ext. 35613 (Safety Office)

Notes - Courses without a minimum number of 6 students enrolled may be cancelled the day before it is scheduled to occur. If you are registered for a cancelled course, you will receive an email notification.

Contact the Safety Office for additional support.