Course Content

Theory:

Introduction to the course

Operators Safety Code

Health and Safety Legislation in the Workplace

Powerpoint Presentation / Safety Videos

Pre-Shift Inspections

Stability Characteristics

Centre of Gravity and Area of Stability

Rated Capacity Plates

Dynamic Risk Assessment and Hazard Perception

Theory Test

Practical:

Controls and Instruments

Starting, Moving and Stopping the truck

Steering

Hydraulic Systems

Load Assessment

Handling Laden and Unladen Pallets

Driving Up and Down Ramps / Inclines

Vehicle Loading and Unloading

Pre-Use Inspection

Practical Test

After course completion:

Upon successful completion of the training course, delegates will receive a Certificate of Basic Training for the particular type of truck that was operated during training.

Successful delegates will be registered onto the AITT (ACORNS)                                      National Operators Registration Scheme Database. 

ACORNS Operator Photocards are also available to purchase for a small additional fee.  

Operators should complete a Refresher training course for the type of truck for which they have gained a Certificate of Basic Training.

The Refresher course needs to completed between 3 to 5 years after the Date of Test of the initial Basic Training course.