Maricopa Community Colleges  OSH108   20032-99999 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 11/26/02
OSH108 20032-99999 LEC 0.50 Credit(s) 0.50 Period(s)
Safe Forklift Operations
Safe and proper operation of a forklift. Parts and function of a forklift, principles of operation, and safety precautions. Inspection procedures and safety standards. Hands-on operation of a forklift. Prerequisites: None.
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
OSH108   20032-99999 Safe 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 safety rules and practices for forklift operation. (III)
4. Explain and demonstrate inspection techniques for the forklift. (IV)
5. Operate small and large forklift trucks including equipment attachments. (V)
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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
 
OSH108   20032-99999 Safe Forklift Operations
    I. Parts and Controls
        A. Gears
        B. Lifting
        C. Lowering
      II. Operating Conditions
          A. Location
          B. Space
          C. Weather
        III. Safety
            A. Rules
            B. Practices
          IV. Inspection
              A. Visual checks
              B. Operational checks
            V. Operation
                A. Small forklift truck
                B. Large forklift truck
                C. Barrel handler attachment
                D. Jib attachment
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