The Safety Academy — Skills Resource Group

Forklift (Counterbalanced)

Forklift (Counterbalanced) operator training: five days on-site at R4,250 per learner, or a one-day refresher at R1,295. Prices excl. VAT.

Price
R4,250 excl. VAT
Time it takes
5 days (novice) · 1 day (refresher)
How it is delivered
Classroom only
Refresher price
R1,295 excl. VAT

Course outline

Understanding lift trucks

  • Different types of lift trucks
  • The best set-up for each load
  • Key parts and controls

How lift trucks work

  • Load limits and truck capacity
  • Safe use in work areas and common risks

Daily checks and recording

  • Daily truck checks
  • Fuelling and battery changing
  • Basic truck care
  • Keeping checklists
  • Recording faults or issues

Loads and handling

  • Different load types
  • Labels, packing and load information
  • Safe handling and storage

Practical work

  • Practical driving tasks
  • Pick-up, moving and set-down
  • Moving through tight spaces

Get a written quote — on-site nationwide, or at our campuses in Stikland and Germiston.

Approvals are held by OSH Academy (Pty) Ltd t/a The Safety Academy, part of Skills Resource Group.