Full course description
Course Introduction
The classroom course is intended to provide hands-on training for IU employees who use a powered pallet jack. Re-certification is required every three years.
Powered Pallet Jack Awareness Training is a prerequisite. Upon successful completion of the awareness training, please contact IU EHS to schedule this hands-on training.
Learning Outcomes
After completing this course, you will be able to:
- Know and understand proper and safe practices for powered pallet jack operation
- Demonstrate proper and safe operation of a pallet jack
Topics Include
- What is a pallet jack
- Operator responsibilities
- Pre-inspections and function tests
- General operating procedures and safety practices
- Personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Types of accidents and how to avoid them
Course Creator
IU Environmental Health and Safety
Length: 1 hour
Department:
IU Environmental Health and Safety
iuehs@iu.edu
Credit: Certificate (expires 3 years from class date)
Audience: For IU employees who use powered pallet jacks as part of their work duties