The course package consists of a theoretical part via internet, a practical day of four hours (repeat) or eight hours (basic) and an official certificate. The online course is the ideal preparation for the practical day. Because you have gone through all the material with e-learning, you can fully focus on performing the actions during the practical day. Very easy and fun. Choose comfort and speed with the forklift course package. Forklift-direct arranges everything for you from your registration to obtaining your certificate.
Forklift Operation course content
Forklift Operation (selfstudy)
Important: This course is only available in Dutch
Course aim
Promote safety and efficiency in the workplace. Become aware of potential hazards and learn to act preventively.
For whom?
For forklift drivers with little experience who want to learn the theory online
Course package
Online training theory & practical workshop
Course level
MBO
Course duration
Online theory ca. 3-4 hours + 1 practical workshop from 07:00 to 14:30.
Preparation
Before the practical workshop the student must have passed the online theory exam, print the “Proof of Participation” and take it to the practical workshop.
Online theory
With the online training the student learns everything they need to know about the forklift truck and driving a forklift truck. This training consists of:
5 online modules including practice test per module
Digital reference work
Online theory exam
Certificate of participation
Modules
The Working Conditions Act
Transport and lifting equipment
Drive
Transport and storage
Safety
Digital reference work
After completing the online theory, the student can test their knowledge using the online practice tests.
Online practice tests
Na het doorlopen van de online theorie kan de cursist zijn/ haar kennis toetsen met behulp van online oefentoetsen.
Online theory-exam
The student completes the online theory with the online theory exam.
Certificate of participation
After the student has passed the online theory exam, the student will have access to the Certificate of Participation. The following day this proof is also under “My profile”. This proof is not a certificate. This proof is the admission ticket for the practical day.
The student must print this proof, take it to the practical workshop and hand it over to the trainer.
Practical workshop
The practical workshop is really about putting into practice the knowledge gained during the online training. The student carries out the exercises with a forklift. The student also uses an electrical pallet (EPT) and stacker.
Practical workshops are organized in small groups so that there is always sufficient attention for each individual student. The student can choose from more than 10 locations in the Netherlands.
Practical workshop program
The following topics will be discussed during the practical day:
Visually inspect and check the operation of the truck
Skilful steering with a 3 and 4 wheel forklift
Properly turning with a 3 and 4 wheel forklift
Lift pallets from the racks to 4 high
Stacking of mesh boxes and cold stacking of IBCs
The correct way to place pallets in a driveway
Placing cargo in a sea container and using the ramp properly
Picking up and handling a wide load
Maneuvering with a wide bar
Safe loading of trailers and use of headboard
Park in the right place and use the parking brake
Stack cargo with EPT / Stacker and store it safely in racks
Regulations
Important:
You must wear safety shoes during the practical session
You may not participate if you use medication that may affect your ability to drive
You must indicate to the instructor whether you have any limitations that may affect your ability to drive
You must bring your own lunch
Exam
Verification test
Practical test
Certificate
If the student has successfully completed the online theory exam and the practical trainer has declared the student competent, the student has passed. The student receives the Forklift certificate in his / her profile. The certificate is valid for 5 years.
Price
€ 289,- exclusief BTW
Advantages of the Forklift Operation course at PlusPort
Prepare yourself optimally for the practical exam by means of practice tests and test exams. When participating in the Forklift course you have access to the digital Forklift manual that serves as reference work. With the digital handbook you can search for specific information quickly and easily.
Forklift Operation certification
The Forklift certificate is valid for five years, after which you can take a Forklift refresher course to re-certify you in the short term.
