Lesson 1Responding to serious faults: immediate actions, isolating equipment, lockout/tagout basics, notifying supervisor and maintenance, arranging safe transfer of loads if requiredThis lesson covers the proper response to serious faults on electric forklifts, including halting operations, isolating the equipment, applying basic lockout or tagout measures, alerting supervisors and maintenance teams, and safely transferring loads to maintain workplace safety in Canada.
Recognize defects that require shutdownPark, lower forks and secure the truckApply basic lockout or tagout devicesNotify supervisor and maintenance staffArrange safe transfer of suspended loadsDocument the fault and actions takenLesson 2Complete walkaround checklist: forks, carriage, mast, chains, lift hydraulics, tilt cylindersThis lesson guides learners through a comprehensive walkaround inspection of the forklift, emphasizing checks on forks, carriage, mast, chains, and hydraulic systems to identify damage, wear, leaks, or misalignment that could affect safe lifting operations in Canadian facilities.
Inspect forks for cracks, bends and wearCheck fork locking pins and stopsExamine carriage plate and load backrestInspect mast rails, rollers and weldsCheck chains, anchors and equal tensionInspect tilt and lift cylinders for leaksLesson 3Safety labelling and data plate verification: capacity plate reading, load centre understanding, warning labels legibilityThis lesson teaches how to locate and interpret the data plate on electric forklifts, understand rated capacity and load centre, and ensure all safety and warning labels are visible, legible, and suitable for attachments and the Canadian work environment.
Locate and read the truck data plateInterpret rated capacity and load centreConfirm attachment information on plateCheck warning and hazard label locationsVerify label legibility and languageIdentify missing or damaged labelsLesson 4Recording and reporting defects: how to fill inspection forms, digital logs, tagging out-of-service equipmentThis lesson demonstrates accurate recording of inspection findings using paper or digital forms, tagging unsafe equipment out of service, and clear communication of defects to ensure timely repairs before resuming operations in compliance with Canadian regulations.
Use daily inspection checklists correctlyRecord defects with clear descriptionsAttach photos or digital evidenceTag and label out-of-service trucksEscalate critical defects immediatelyFollow up on repair completion statusLesson 5Battery and electrical system checks: battery state of charge, connector integrity, cable insulation, vent caps, electrolyte level checks (where applicable)This lesson explains inspecting the traction battery and electrical systems on electric forklifts, covering state of charge, connectors, cables, insulation, vent caps, electrolyte levels if applicable, and indicators of overheating or damage for safe Canadian operations.
Check battery state of charge indicatorsInspect connectors for damage or arcingCheck cable routing and insulation wearVerify vent caps and covers are secureObserve electrolyte levels where allowedIdentify leaks, corrosion or hot spotsLesson 6Brake system checks: parking brake, service brakes, brake fluid level indications, pedal feelThis lesson focuses on verifying service and parking brakes on electric forklifts, including pedal feel, travel, holding power, and warning lights to confirm reliable stopping and holding on flat and sloped surfaces in Canadian warehouses.
Check parking brake holding on a slopeAssess service brake stopping distanceEvaluate pedal feel and free travelObserve brake warning indicatorsListen for grinding or squeal noisesIdentify signs of hydraulic leaksLesson 7Steering, controls and operator aids: steering mechanism, joystick/levers, horn, lights, mirrors, seat and seatbeltThis lesson addresses inspections of steering, controls, and aids like mirrors, seats, and seatbelts on electric forklifts, ensuring they are functional, adjusted, and support precise, safe operation in diverse Canadian work settings.
Check steering wheel or tiller free playTest control levers or joystick responseVerify horn and light switch operationInspect mirrors and adjust for visibilityCheck seat condition and adjustmentInspect seatbelt condition and latchingLesson 8Pre-start functional tests: horn, lights, direction, lift/lower/tilt function under no-load conditionsThis lesson covers pre-start tests under no-load for electric forklifts, including horn, lights, direction, steering, and hydraulic functions to verify smooth, predictable performance before daily operations in Canadian facilities begin.
Test horn and audible warning devicesCheck headlights, brake and warning lightsVerify forward and reverse selectionConfirm steering response and free playTest lift, lower and tilt with no loadListen for abnormal noises or vibrationLesson 9Wheel and tire checks: wear, cuts, correct inflation (where applicable) and load-bearing conditionThis lesson outlines inspecting wheels and tires on electric forklifts for wear, cuts, chunking, flat spots, inflation where needed, and load-bearing integrity to ensure safe support of rated loads in Canadian warehouse environments.
Identify tire types used on the truckInspect tread wear and remaining depthCheck for cuts, chunking and flat spotsVerify inflation on pneumatic tiresAssess rims and wheel fastenersRecognize tires unfit for service
