Lift Truck
Lift Truck - Forklift
Who Should Attend?
Operators who operate a Lift Truck (Forklift) as part of their work and are in need of certification.
This course is available in both an instructor-monitored format and ONLINE format. For the ONLINE format select:
Lift Trucks – Alberta
WCFF can provide practical time on sit-down, stand-up and walk-behind classifications of lift trucks. Additional charges may apply.
Course Details
Length:
- Blended: Half day
- Instructor led: Full day
- Skilled operator practical: 20 – 30 minutes
- New operator practical: 2 – 3 hours
Certificate: Valid for three years
Prerequisite: None
Cost: Skilled – $175.00. New – $425.00
Additional lift truck classifications may be added, prices will vary.
Note: Smaller class sizes may result in the student taking the blended theory in our computer lab with the instructor present to monitor and assist the student. Practical components will be taught in-person with the guidance and supervision of the instructor.
Course Outline
The course includes both a theory and a practical section.
The theory portion includes the following topics:
• Related Legislation
• Ensuring a Safe Worksite
• Emergency Actions
• Competency Requirements
• Job Planning and Hazard Assessments
• Safe Operating Procedures
• Prevention of Injuries
• Maintaining Equipment
• Workplace Requirements
• Maintaining Equipment Stability
• Material Handling and Attachments
The practical portion includes demonstrating their ability to operate the equipment in a safe and efficient manner through a series of driving and operating exercises and using the attachments.
Are you a New or Skilled Operator?
Skilled Operator: has at least 100 hours of recent experience operating a Lift Truck (Forklift).
The skilled operator will demonstrate their ability to operate the Lift Truck safely and efficiently through a series of driving and operating exercises. Practical operating assessments take approximately 20-30 minutes.
Skilled operators may complete certification on multiple pieces of equipment on the same day through our Powered Mobile Equipment Program.
• Variable Reach Lift Truck
• Wheel Loader
• Skid Steer
• Excavator
New Operator: does not have over 100 hours of recent experience operating the lift truck.
This course is intended for those needing the training required to meet the basic knowledge and skills to operate the lift truck safely.
They will gain about 2-3 hours of operating experience on the piece of equipment; demonstrating their ability to operate the equipment safely and efficiently through a series of driving and operating exercises.
Pick a date below to book your course:
Skilled Operator - $175.00
New Operator - $425.00
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Variable Reach Lift Truck
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Skid Steer
A Skid Steer is sometimes referred to as a bobcat, and can be operated with multiple attachments including a bucket, forks, snow blades, pushers or brooms.
Wheel Loader
A Wheel Loader is sometimes referred to as a Front-End Loader, or Articulating Loader and can be operated with multiple attachments including a bucket, forks, grapple, or brooms.
FAQs
No, you do not need a driver’s license to operate a forklift or be certified to drive a forklift.
The minimum age to operate a forklift depends on the jurisdiction. Some areas require operators to be properly trained and competent, while others allow individuals who are 16 or 17 years old to operate a forklift under the supervision of an experienced driver. In certain regions, operators must be at least 18 years old to legally operate a forklift.
Forklift certifications typically last for 3 years. After that period, operators are required to complete a re-evaluation that includes both a theoretical assessment and a practical skills evaluation to ensure they can continue operating a forklift safely and competently.
No previous experience is required. Forklift courses are available for both new operators and experienced operators who need certification or recertification.
Training may include sit-down forklifts, stand-up forklifts, walk-behind pallet jacks, and other powered lift truck classifications, depending on the course selected.
Students should bring work boots, weather-appropriate work clothing, and government-issued identification. Additional PPE may be required depending on the training facility.
Training commonly covers workplace hazards, safe lifting procedures, load stability, inspections, pedestrian awareness, emergency procedures, equipment maintenance, and Alberta safety legislation.