Forklift course (1 cr)

Evaluation scale

Pass/Fail

Student workload

This is one credit course. Estimated workload is: Lab 2 hours, driving training 4 hours, self study 21 hours.

Exam schedules

Exam will be written during lab training.

Teaching language

en

Teaching methods

This course includes self study, lab work & exam and forklift driving training at Posti.
- Self study in Moodle must be completed before lab.
- Lab has to be completed before driving training. During lab you will write an exam about forklift safety.
- Exam has to be passed before possibility to driving training.
- To pass the course you have to participate diving training in Posti.

Lab schedule - There will be three or four separate groups, and you are supposed to join one of these.

Wednesday 18.9.
Group 1 - time 9.-10.30
Group 2 - time 11.15-12.45
Friday 20.9.
Group 3 - time 9-10.30

Driving practicing - This will be held in four group at Posti transportation terminal in Jyväskylä (Kaakkovuorentie 10). You are supposed to join one of these.

Friday 27.9. time 9-12
Wednesday 2.10 time 9-13
Friday 4.10. time 9-12
Wednesday 9.10 time 9-13

Location and time

This course takes place in September and October 2024.

Locations: Online, Rajakatu 35, Posti terminal at Kaakkovuorentie 10.

Number of ECTS credits allocated

1

Content

The main content will include
- Forklift safety training
- Training to drive a forklift

Objective

During this course:

You will gain valuable skills and knowledge that will help you perform your job better and more efficiently. You will learn how to inspect, maintain, and operate forklifts according to the standards and regulations.

Forklift accidents can cause serious harm to the operator, co-workers, pedestrians, and property. By following the safety rules and procedures, you can prevent or minimize these incidents.

You will increase your confidence and professionalism. Forklift safety training will help you develop a positive attitude and a sense of responsibility towards your work. You will also earn respect and trust from your employer, customers, and colleagues.