WSQ Operate Forklift (Mandarin) Central

Course details

Aspiring forklift drivers who need to pass this course as a prerequisite before attending the WSQ Forklift Operating (2 or 4 Days Practical) Course.

OBJECTIVE

At the end of the course, participants will be able to state the correct and safe methods of operating forklifts

COVERAGE

• The Workplace Safety and Health Act
• Introduction to the forklift
• Importance of daily checks
• Capability and limitation of forklifts
• Forklift stability factors
• Operation do’s and don’ts
• Cargo handling symbols and instructions
• Traffic Management

NOTE / REMARKS

When applying for the theory course, participants may concurrently register for the WSQ Forklift Operating Course.The dates chosen for the practical course must be at least 1 week after the theory course. The duration of the practical course is 4 days. Participants who possess a Singapore Class 3 driving licence or equivalent and who have the confidence to drive forklifts may opt for a shorter practical course. Please enclose a photocopy of your driving licence together with your application.

REQUIREMENTS

Be at least 18 years old and in good health and not be subject to deafness, defective sight or any other infirmity, which would render them unfit to perform the duties of a forklift operator. A medical certificate of physical fitness is required for those aged 60 years old and above.

FUNDING

This course is approved for funding under the Skills Development Fund (SDF) and the Skills Redevelopment Programme (SRP).

Medium of Instruction

Mandarin

End of Course

Upon passing the theory test, participants will be eligible to proceed to the WSQ Forklift Operating course.