Maricopa Community Colleges  PPT117   20036-99999 

Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval:  5-27-03

PPT117  2003 Fall – 2009 Spring

LEC

1.0 Credit(s)

1.0 Period(s)

Forklift Operations

Safe and proper operation of forklift. Parts and function of forklift, principles of operation, and safety precautions. Inspection procedures, proper care, and industry standards. On-hands operation of a forklift.

Prerequisites: None.

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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:

 

PPT117  2003 Fall – 2009 Spring

Forklift Operations

 

1.

Identify parts and describe controls of the forklift. (I)

2.

Describe environmental conditions that would effect the operation of the forklift. (II)

3.

Explain and demonstrate inspection techniques for the forklift. (III)

4.

Operate small and large forklift trucks including equipment attachments. (VI)

5.

Explain safety rules and practices for forklift operation. (V)

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MCCCD Official Course Outline:

 

PPT117  2003 Fall – 2009 Spring

Forklift Operations

 

I. Parts and Controls

A. Gears

B. Lifting

C. Lowering

II. Operating Conditions

A. Location

B. Space

C. Weather

III. Inspection

A. Visual checks

B. Operational checks

IV. Operation

A. Small forklift truck

B. Large forklift truck

C. Barrel handler attachment

D. Jib attachment

V. Safety

A. Rules

B. Practices

 

 

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