Lesson 1Responding to serious faults: immediate actions, isolating equipment, lockout/tagout basics, notifying supervisor and maintenance, arranging safe transfer of loads if requiredThis lesson explains what to do right away when big problems are found, like stopping work, separating the machine, using simple lockout or tagout, telling bosses and repair people, and moving loads safely if needed.
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 covers a full walk around the forklift, looking at forks, carriage, mast, chains, and hydraulic parts. You will learn to see damage, wear, leaks, and wrong positions that make lifting unsafe in local conditions.
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 labeling and data plate verification: capacity plate reading, load center understanding, warning labels legibilityThis lesson shows how to find and read the data plate, understand rated capacity and load center, and check that all safety and warning labels are there, clear, and fit for the tools and work area in South Sudan.
Locate and read the truck data plateInterpret rated capacity and load centerConfirm 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 teaches how to write down check findings on paper or digital forms, mark unsafe machines out of use, and tell others about problems clearly so fixes happen before using again in busy warehouses.
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 describes checking the drive battery and electrical parts, including charge level, connectors, cables, covering, vent caps, electrolyte where needed, and signs of too much heat or harm in hot climates.
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 covers testing service and parking brakes, including pedal feel, movement, holding power, and warning lights, making sure the forklift stops and holds well on flat and sloped ground common in local sites.
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 deals with checking steering, main controls, and helper tools like mirrors, seat, and belt, confirming they are there, set right, and working for safe, exact machine handling in warehouse tasks.
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 focuses on checks before starting with no load, including horn, lights, travel direction, steering, and hydraulic lift, lower, tilt, ensuring smooth, expected safe running in daily operations.
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 explains looking at wheels and tires for wear, cuts, chunks, flat areas, air pressure where needed, and overall strength to hold loads safely and steadily on various South Sudanese floors.
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
