BIS Safety Software Canada

BIS Safety Software

Powered Industrial Truck Safety

This module delves into the safety concerns connected to the use of Powered Industrial Trucks (PITs). While PITs come in various forms, many have identical operational principles. This module doesn't delve into the distinctive features of each PIT but rather the shared hazards and safe usage practices.

Powered Industrial Truck Safety

COURSE OVERVIEW

This module delves into the safety concerns connected to the use of Powered Industrial Truck Safety. We understand that PITs come in a vast array, but many of them operate under the same principles. This module isn’t tailored to the distinctive nature of each PIT but instead focuses on the shared hazards and safe usage practices. This education piece is designed for operators, supervisors, and employees who work in industries where PITs are widely used. It equips drivers with the ability to distinguish between safe and unsafe operating conditions and behaviors, thus reducing accident risks. Note that this module provides general safety awareness and doesn’t offer authorized, qualified, or competent person training. All operators are urged to consult their specific PIT operation manual before usage.

Upon successful course completion, learners should be able to:

  • Understand the common types of powered industrial trucks and their function in different workplaces.
  • Recognize workplace, vehicle-based, and operator-influenced conditions that may lead to PIT-related accidents.
  • Grasp the pre-operation, operation, and load handling requirements for PITs and their corresponding safe operating practices.
  • Understand how correct maintenance, refueling, and recharging of PITs ensures the safety of all employees.
  • Recognize the elements of a comprehensive safety training program.

COURSE TOPICS

  • Introduction
  • PITs and Their Purpose
  • Hazards Associated with Operating PITs
  • Operating the PIT
  • Maintenance, Refueling and Recharging
  • Improving Safety through Improved Training

ONLINE COURSE DURATION


Approximately 30 minutes

PASS MARK

Testing conducted throughout this online course is designed to reinforce the information presented. A mark of 80% must be achieved in order to receive a certificate of completion. Participants are able to repeat the course twice if the pass mark is not achieved.


CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

Upon successful completion of this online course, a certificate of completion will be available for download and printing.

COURSE PREVIEW

Course Details

Course Length

This course will take roughly 30 minutes

Passing Mark

To pass this training course, you need to score 80% or higher on the quiz

Certificate

Upon the successful completion of this course a certificate with your name will be stored on your profile and available to print

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