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LF Class Forklift Training - Beginners

 
This three day course is for individuals with little or no forklift driving experience who require a nationally recognised LF Class Forklift Licence. The course provides supervised practical experience in driving a conventional low reach forklift.
 
Parramatta - $360
 
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday. View Course Schedule
 
Duration: 3 days – full time
 
Pre-Requisites:
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Have a thorough understanding of both written and spoken English
  • Have 100 Points of ID – See Pre-Course Information

Forklift course participants must learn all answers to the 97 questions located in the Forklift Manual provided for the theory assessment. Pay particular attention to the questions marked with a  as these are critical / compulsory.

Who should do this course: People working in a warehouse or an occupation where forklift driving is required and who do not hold a current national certificate of competency for LF Class Forklift.

Course Content:
  • Duty of Care
  • Practical forklift operation
  • Practical forklift driving
  • OH&S Legislation in NSW
  • Site risk assessment
  • Australian Standards
  • Forklift awareness
  • Lifting pallets
  • Lifting up to 650kg
  • Stacking racks
  • Obstacle course
  • Pre-starting safety checks

Assessment: Assessment is both practical and theory. Forklift course participants must learn all answers to the 97 questions located in the manual provided for the theory assessment. Pay particular attention to the questions marked with a as these are critical / compulsory.

Outcome: On successful completion of assessment a certificate will be issued. A $65 licence fee is payable to Australia Post for the licence card which is nationally recognised.

What to Bring:

Please note: As of 13th December, 2008 Proof of Age cards are no longer valid forms of photographic identification. All Proof of Age cards must be changed over to the NSW Photo Card available from the Roads and Traffic Authority of NSW.

  • Forklift Manual
  • Wear closed shoes