top of page
Tamkene Wide Logo .png
Tamkene Wide Logo .png

IADC - Forklift Safety Operation Training Course

Comprehensive IADC - Forklift Safety Operation Training Course aligned with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178, ANSI/ITSDF B56.1, and IADC Guidelines standards.

Course Title

IADC - Forklift Safety Operation

Course Duration

1 Day

Competency Assessment Criteria

Practical Assessment and Knowledge Assessment

Training Delivery Method

Classroom (Instructor-Led)

Service Coverage

In Tamkene Training Center or On-Site: Covering Saudi Arabia (Dammam - Khobar - Dhahran - Jubail - Riyadh - Jeddah - Tabuk - Madinah - NEOM - Qassim - Makkah - Any City in Saudi Arabia) - MENA Region

Course Average Passing Rate

98%

Post Training Reporting 

Post Training Report + Candidate(s) Training Evaluation Forms

Certificate of Successful Completion

Certification is provided upon successful completion. The certificate can be verified through a QR-Code system.

Certification Provider

IADC - USA

Certificate Validity

2 Years

Instructors Languages

English / Arabic / Urdu / Hindi

Training Services Design Methodology

ADDIE Training Design Methodology

ADDIE Training Services Design Methodology (1).png

Course Overview

This intensive IADC - Forklift Safety Operation Training Course provides participants with essential knowledge and practical skills required for safe powered industrial truck operations in warehouse, manufacturing, and industrial environments. The course delivers concentrated learning focused on forklift operation fundamentals, load handling techniques, and workplace safety procedures in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178 Powered Industrial Trucks standards, ANSI/ITSDF B56.1 Safety Standards, and IADC Guidelines for industrial truck operations.


Participants will gain hands-on experience in forklift controls, load handling procedures, pre-operational inspections, and safe operating practices through interactive exercises and practical driving scenarios. This intensive format combines theoretical foundations with practical applications, ensuring participants develop immediately applicable skills for forklift operations and warehouse safety while maintaining focus on accident prevention and operational efficiency.

Key Learning Objectives

  • Master fundamental forklift operation principles and control systems

  • Perform accurate load handling and material movement techniques

  • Execute comprehensive pre-operational inspections and safety checks

  • Apply proper driving techniques and workplace navigation skills

  • Develop hazard recognition and warehouse safety awareness

  • Implement effective load stability and capacity management

  • Establish maintenance awareness and inspection procedures

  • Create safe operational practices for industrial truck operations

Group Exercises

  • Inspection procedures including (checklist completion, defect identification, and reporting requirements)

  • Load handling plans including (capacity calculations, stability verification, and safety procedures)

  • Safety procedures including (hazard identification, risk assessment, and control measures)

  • Operational documentation including (daily logs, maintenance reports, and incident recording)

Knowledge Assessment

  • Multiple-choice questions including (forklift operations, safety regulations, and handling procedures)

  • Load calculation exercises including (capacity verification, stability assessment, and weight distribution)

  • Equipment identification including (forklift components, control systems, and safety features)

  • Regulatory compliance including (OSHA requirements, ANSI standards, and IADC guidelines)

Course Outline

1. Forklift Fundamentals and Safety Regulations

  • Forklift types including (counterbalance, reach trucks, order pickers, and pallet jacks)

  • Regulatory requirements including (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178 compliance, ANSI/ITSDF B56.1 standards, and IADC Guidelines)

  • Operator responsibilities including (certification requirements, safety obligations, and operational limits)

  • Common hazards including (tip-over risks, load instability, pedestrian accidents, and facility damage)

2. Forklift Components and Control Systems

  • Structural components including (mast assembly, forks, counterweight, and hydraulic systems)

  • Control systems including (steering mechanisms, lift controls, tilt functions, and emergency systems)

  • Safety features including (overhead guards, load backrests, seat belts, and warning devices)

  • Power systems including (electric motors, internal combustion engines, and fuel systems)

3. Pre-Operational Inspections and Maintenance

  • Daily inspection including (OSHA 1910.178 requirements, visual examination, and operational testing)

  • Safety checks including (brake function, steering operation, warning devices, and hydraulic systems)

  • Maintenance awareness including (fluid levels, tire condition, battery status, and component wear)

  • Documentation requirements including (inspection logs, defect reporting, and maintenance records)

4. Load Handling and Capacity Management

  • Load capacity including (rated capacity, load center, and stability triangle principles)

  • Load evaluation including (weight estimation, size assessment, and stability considerations)

  • Lifting techniques including (fork positioning, load engagement, and secure handling)

  • Load placement including (stacking procedures, rack systems, and storage organization)

5. Forklift Operation and Driving Techniques

  • Basic operations including (startup procedures, driving controls, and maneuvering techniques)

  • Travel operations including (forward/reverse driving, turning procedures, and speed control)

  • Ramp operations including (incline driving, load positioning, and grade limitations)

  • Parking procedures including (shutdown sequences, securing equipment, and storage requirements)

6. Warehouse Navigation and Traffic Management

  • Workplace navigation including (aisle operations, intersection procedures, and visibility management)

  • Traffic control including (pedestrian awareness, vehicle coordination, and right-of-way rules)

  • Dock operations including (loading/unloading procedures, truck interface, and staging areas)

  • Narrow aisle operations including (precision maneuvering, rack navigation, and clearance management)

7. Load Stability and Material Handling

  • Stability principles including (stability triangle, center of gravity, and load distribution)

  • Stacking operations including (pallet handling, rack storage, and height limitations)

  • Special loads including (long materials, irregular shapes, and hazardous materials)

  • Load securing including (wrapping techniques, blocking methods, and transport stability)

8. Emergency Procedures and Accident Prevention

  • Emergency response including (tip-over procedures, load spills, and equipment malfunctions)

  • Accident prevention including (hazard recognition, risk assessment, and safe practices)

  • Incident reporting including (accident documentation, investigation procedures, and corrective actions)

  • First aid awareness including (injury response, medical assistance, and emergency contacts)

Practical Assessment

  • Pre-operational inspection including (systematic examination, function testing, and documentation)

  • Driving skills including (maneuvering techniques, speed control, and navigation accuracy)

  • Load handling including (pickup procedures, transport operations, and placement precision)

  • Emergency procedures including (tip-over response, evacuation protocols, and incident management)

Gained Core Technical Skills

  • Fundamental forklift operation and safe material handling capability

  • Comprehensive pre-operational inspection and maintenance awareness

  • Effective load handling and warehouse navigation proficiency

  • Professional driving techniques and traffic management skills

  • Hazard recognition and accident prevention expertise

  • Load stability assessment and capacity management capability

  • Emergency response and incident management skills

Training Design Methodology

ADDIE Training Design Methodology

Targeted Audience

  • Warehouse operators and material handlers

  • Manufacturing personnel and production workers

  • Shipping and receiving clerks

  • Inventory management personnel

  • New employees requiring forklift certification

  • Supervisors and safety coordinators

  • Refresher training participants and recertification candidates

  • Contractors working in industrial facilities

Why Choose This Course

  • IADC Certified Forklift Training

  • Hands-on Equipment Operation Experience

  • Comprehensive Safety Standards Compliance

  • Expert Operator Instruction

  • Immediate Workplace Certification

Note

Note: This course outline, including specific topics, modules, and duration, is subject to change and also can be customized based on the specific needs and requirements of the client.

Course Outline

1. Forklift Fundamentals and Safety Regulations

  • Forklift types including (counterbalance, reach trucks, order pickers, and pallet jacks)

  • Regulatory requirements including (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178 compliance, ANSI/ITSDF B56.1 standards, and IADC Guidelines)

  • Operator responsibilities including (certification requirements, safety obligations, and operational limits)

  • Common hazards including (tip-over risks, load instability, pedestrian accidents, and facility damage)

2. Forklift Components and Control Systems

  • Structural components including (mast assembly, forks, counterweight, and hydraulic systems)

  • Control systems including (steering mechanisms, lift controls, tilt functions, and emergency systems)

  • Safety features including (overhead guards, load backrests, seat belts, and warning devices)

  • Power systems including (electric motors, internal combustion engines, and fuel systems)

3. Pre-Operational Inspections and Maintenance

  • Daily inspection including (OSHA 1910.178 requirements, visual examination, and operational testing)

  • Safety checks including (brake function, steering operation, warning devices, and hydraulic systems)

  • Maintenance awareness including (fluid levels, tire condition, battery status, and component wear)

  • Documentation requirements including (inspection logs, defect reporting, and maintenance records)

4. Load Handling and Capacity Management

  • Load capacity including (rated capacity, load center, and stability triangle principles)

  • Load evaluation including (weight estimation, size assessment, and stability considerations)

  • Lifting techniques including (fork positioning, load engagement, and secure handling)

  • Load placement including (stacking procedures, rack systems, and storage organization)

5. Forklift Operation and Driving Techniques

  • Basic operations including (startup procedures, driving controls, and maneuvering techniques)

  • Travel operations including (forward/reverse driving, turning procedures, and speed control)

  • Ramp operations including (incline driving, load positioning, and grade limitations)

  • Parking procedures including (shutdown sequences, securing equipment, and storage requirements)

6. Warehouse Navigation and Traffic Management

  • Workplace navigation including (aisle operations, intersection procedures, and visibility management)

  • Traffic control including (pedestrian awareness, vehicle coordination, and right-of-way rules)

  • Dock operations including (loading/unloading procedures, truck interface, and staging areas)

  • Narrow aisle operations including (precision maneuvering, rack navigation, and clearance management)

7. Load Stability and Material Handling

  • Stability principles including (stability triangle, center of gravity, and load distribution)

  • Stacking operations including (pallet handling, rack storage, and height limitations)

  • Special loads including (long materials, irregular shapes, and hazardous materials)

  • Load securing including (wrapping techniques, blocking methods, and transport stability)

8. Emergency Procedures and Accident Prevention

  • Emergency response including (tip-over procedures, load spills, and equipment malfunctions)

  • Accident prevention including (hazard recognition, risk assessment, and safe practices)

  • Incident reporting including (accident documentation, investigation procedures, and corrective actions)

  • First aid awareness including (injury response, medical assistance, and emergency contacts)

Why Choose This Course?

  • IADC Certified Forklift Training

  • Hands-on Equipment Operation Experience

  • Comprehensive Safety Standards Compliance

  • Expert Operator Instruction

  • Immediate Workplace Certification

Note: This course outline, including specific topics, modules, and duration, is subject to change and also can be customized based on the specific needs and requirements of the client.

Practical Assessment

  • Pre-operational inspection including (systematic examination, function testing, and documentation)

  • Driving skills including (maneuvering techniques, speed control, and navigation accuracy)

  • Load handling including (pickup procedures, transport operations, and placement precision)

  • Emergency procedures including (tip-over response, evacuation protocols, and incident management)

Course Overview

This intensive IADC - Forklift Safety Operation Training Course provides participants with essential knowledge and practical skills required for safe powered industrial truck operations in warehouse, manufacturing, and industrial environments. The course delivers concentrated learning focused on forklift operation fundamentals, load handling techniques, and workplace safety procedures in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178 Powered Industrial Trucks standards, ANSI/ITSDF B56.1 Safety Standards, and IADC Guidelines for industrial truck operations.


Participants will gain hands-on experience in forklift controls, load handling procedures, pre-operational inspections, and safe operating practices through interactive exercises and practical driving scenarios. This intensive format combines theoretical foundations with practical applications, ensuring participants develop immediately applicable skills for forklift operations and warehouse safety while maintaining focus on accident prevention and operational efficiency.

Key Learning Objectives

  • Master fundamental forklift operation principles and control systems

  • Perform accurate load handling and material movement techniques

  • Execute comprehensive pre-operational inspections and safety checks

  • Apply proper driving techniques and workplace navigation skills

  • Develop hazard recognition and warehouse safety awareness

  • Implement effective load stability and capacity management

  • Establish maintenance awareness and inspection procedures

  • Create safe operational practices for industrial truck operations

Knowledge Assessment

  • Multiple-choice questions including (forklift operations, safety regulations, and handling procedures)

  • Load calculation exercises including (capacity verification, stability assessment, and weight distribution)

  • Equipment identification including (forklift components, control systems, and safety features)

  • Regulatory compliance including (OSHA requirements, ANSI standards, and IADC guidelines)

Targeted Audience

  • Warehouse operators and material handlers

  • Manufacturing personnel and production workers

  • Shipping and receiving clerks

  • Inventory management personnel

  • New employees requiring forklift certification

  • Supervisors and safety coordinators

  • Refresher training participants and recertification candidates

  • Contractors working in industrial facilities

Main Service Location

​

bottom of page