Powered Industrial Truck Operator (MWT122) - Course 2
Location:
The New York City District Council of Carpenters, 395 Hudson Street, New York, NY.
Instructional delivery format:
Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes:
Course 1: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: identify lift components; perform a safety inspection; safely operate self-propelled aerial lift; safely operate a boom-supported aerial lift; discuss OSHA and ANSI standards for aerial lifts. Course 2: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: use safe procedures for operating both electric motor and internal combustion engine lift trucks; discuss how to calculate load weights so as not to overload a lift truck; qualify for UBC qualification in lift-truck operations.
Instruction:
Course 1: This course addresses safety regulations and safe operation practices related to Self-Propelled Elevated Work Platforms and Boom-Supported Elevated Work Platforms. The training is delivered with classroom instruction and a series of hands-on exercises designed to evaluate the proficiency of the student. Successful completion of this course provides apprentices with an aerial lift operator qualification card. Course 2: The powered industrial lift truck (sometimes called forklift) is essential for millwrights to transport the heavy equipment and machinery common to the trade, including large bolts, turbine and conveyor components. This course combines OSHA-approved instruction in the safe and proper use of the lift truck with hands-on operation. The course concludes with an official road test; successful completers will receive a UBC qualification in lift truck operations.
