Electrical Pallet Truck Course

Course Introduction

This course is designed for participants to understand the engineering principles and safe operational practice of pedestrian electrically propelled pallet trucks and stackers.

Course Aims

To enable participants to acquire the skills and knowledge required to operate the trucks safely and efficiently, and to take both theoretical and practical tests. The practical test will be based upon the NPORS test, or an appropriate test devised to incorporate the operational use of the lift truck within the trainee’s working environment. The practical test will be decided upon prior to the commencement of the course, depending on a site survey or information provided by the company requesting training.

Course Content

• Introduction
• Introduction to the Fork Truck, Controls, and Instruments
• Starting, Moving, Steering, and Stopping the Fork Truck
• Steering
• Hydraulic System
• Pre-shift Inspection
• Battery Care
• Weight Assessment
• Handling Unladed and Laden pallets
• Driving On and Off Ramps
• Vehicle Loading and Unloading
• Fork Truck Stability
• Operator Safety Code
• Testing
• Course Closure

When subjects may not be covered practicably, they will either be simulated or covered orally followed by an appropriate theoretical test.

Course Content

• 1 Day for 4 Trainees on a Pedestrian Pallet Truck
• 2 Days for 4 Novice Trainees on a Pedestrian Pallet Stacker
• 1 Day for 4 Experienced Operators on a Pedestrian Pallet Stacker