Forklift Operator – Basic Training Course

This forklift operator course is suitable for individuals seeking training in propane or diesel counterbalanced lift truck operation.

Course Description

What will I learn in Forklift Operator training?

Forklift Operator Training Course in Edmonton

Following completion of this course, you should be able to recognise:

  • Lift truck fundamentals
  • The principles of balance, stability and capacity
  • The importance of a pre-shift inspection
  • How to perform a thorough pre-shift inspection
  • Safety guidelines for operating your lift truck
  • Safe load handling techniques
  • Safety rules for:
    • Refueling internal combustion lift trucks
    • Changing and charging industrial batteries

Why is a Forklift Operator course important?

Forklift Operator training helps to increase operator efficiency and reduces the number of accidents.

Who should attend?

Any individual operating a forklift for yard work purposes.

In-house and on-site options

Forklift Operator training is offered in-house at our training facilities:

Ketek Head Office – Edmonton
20204 110 Avenue NW, Edmonton, AB, Canada, T5S 1X8

Ketek – Fort McMurray
3001 Snow Eagle Dr, Fort McMurray, AB T9H 0J4

Ketek – Grande Prairie
65021 Highway 43, Grande Prairie, AB T8V 3R5

On-site course delivery

We offer flexible forklift operator training for Class 1 to 5 at your convenience.

For all on-site training inquiries, please email training@ketek.ca
or call 780-447-5050

How long is the course?

Course time: Approximately 6 hours
(includes practical component)

Course cost

Forklift Operator training course price:
$200.00

Advertised prices are based on course delivery within 50 km of Edmonton. Cost may vary based on client needs and location. Course length may vary depending on class size, student interaction, and skill level of participants.

Retail, Corporate and Preferred Corporate pricing is available.

*Course prices are subject to change at the discretion of Ketek Group Inc.
**All confirmed bookings will be honoured at advertised/quoted price at time of registration.

Forklift Operator certificate

Upon successful completion of the basic Forklift Operator training, a certificate of completion will be provided.
Re-certification: Every three years

Certificates will only be issued upon successful completion of both the theory portion and the practical evaluation of the course. (80% minimum required for both components)

Unsuccessful candidates may take the course again at full cost based on course availability and the discretion of the instructor.

Prerequisites

All students are required to bring government-issued identification. If verification is not provided, the student will not be permitted to take the course.

Cancellation: 24-hours notice is required for all cancellations

  • Late arrivals that are denied entrance to the class, or who fail to attend the class without notification (no-shows), will forfeit the full course fee.
  • Qualified substitutions will be allowed up to the course start date in lieu of forfeitures.

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