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Elements and Performance Criteria
- Check forklift condition
- Condition of forklift is checked for compliance with WHS/OHS and workplace requirements for warning devices, manufacturer specifications and nature of load shifting task
- Attachments are checked to ensure appropriate adjustment and operation
- Mirrors and seats are adjusted for safe operation by driver
- Logbooks are checked and appropriate workplace documentation is completed in accordance with workplace requirements
- Drive forklift
- Forklift is started, steered, manoeuvred, positioned and stopped in accordance with regulations and manufacturer instructions
- Engine power is managed to ensure efficiency and performance and to minimise engine and gear damage
- Operational hazards are identified and/or anticipated and avoided or controlled through defensive driving and appropriate hazard control techniques
- Forklift is driven in reverse, maintaining visibility and achieving accurate positioning
- Forklift is parked, shut down and secured in accordance with manufacturer specifications, regulations and workplace procedures
- Operate forklift to handle loads
- Lifting task to be undertaken is appropriately planned, and correct lifting truck and attachments are selected
- Load is lifted, carried, lowered and set down in accordance with WHS/OHS legislation, manufacturer specifications and company procedures
- Monitor site conditions
- Hazards and traffic flow are identified when selecting the most efficient route and appropriate adjustments are made
- Site conditions are assessed to enable safe operations and to ensure no injury to people or damage to property, equipment, loads or facilities occurs
- Monitor and maintain forklift performance
- Performance and efficiency of vehicle operation is monitored during use
- Defective/irregular performance and malfunctions are reported to relevant personnel
- Forklift records are maintained/updated in accordance with workplace procedures and legislative requirements
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