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Play it Safe
Internal Traffic
8 minutes
Forklift: Loading and unloading truck
Description
This course covers the safe use of a forklift when loading and unloading trucks at loading docks and loading platforms. You will learn how to inspect equipment, position the truck correctly, use dock levellers and platform bridges, and follow key safety procedures. By the end, you will be able to carry out these tasks confidently and in accordance with workplace safety standards.
After this course you can
- Identify the correct procedures for loading and unloading trucks at a loading dock and loading platform
- Inspect the truck, dock leveller, platform bridge, and surrounding area before starting work
- Apply safe forklift operating techniques when entering and exiting a truck
- Recognise and respond to potential hazards during loading and unloading operations
- Follow correct safety rules regarding speed, weight limits, and positioning of the forklift
- Secure and verify cargo correctly before and after transport
Who is it for?
This training is intended for forklift operators and warehouse employees involved in loading and unloading trucks.
