POWER PALLET TRUCKS
WHAT QUALIFICATION PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE?:
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Successful Course participant will receive an RTITB certificate. It is valid at any workplace in Ireland for 3 years from issue date.
COURSE TIMES & LOCATIONS:
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Instructors will complete training on-site. Course duration 1/2 day and may vary and can be discussed at the time of booking.
WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSE:
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Staff who will be operating pallet trucks as part of their job.
WHY SHOULD STAFF TAKE THIS COURSE:
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To comply with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007 chapter 4 Part 2
COURSE AIMS:
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Know the legislation and guidance applicable to the use of pallet trucks.
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Be aware of safe movement principles.
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Know how to correctly load the truck.
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Be aware of the hazards associated with pallet truck operations.
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Use the pallet truck without endangering themselves and others.
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List the steps to take effective maintenance.
POWER PALLET TRUCK COURSE CONTENT:
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Brief summary of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act.
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Explanations of the principle behind Pallet Truck.
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How to deal with pallet loads.
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Overloading.
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Battery care and general maintenance.
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Practical exercise and assessment of skills.
COURSE OUTCOME:
• Successful delegates will receive an RTITB certificate. This certificate is valid for 3 years.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
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All of our courses are delivered using the English language so delegates must also have a good command of English both written and spoken so the course can be fully understood.
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At least 16 years of age
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Medically fit to operate machinery
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PPE Gear, i.e., Helmet, Safety Boots, Hi-Visibility Vest