Forklift operations present serious hazards that cause numerous workplace injuries and fatalities each year. This comprehensive training program covers the essential safety procedures that forklift operators in Canada must follow to protect themselves and their coworkers. Participants will learn about operator training and certification requirements mandated by Canadian safety regulations, how to conduct thorough pre-operational inspections to identify potential equipment problems, the principles of maintaining truck stability while lifting, moving, and stacking loads, and safe techniques for lifting and placing loads at various heights and locations. The course covers critical safe driving practices including speed control, turning, visibility, and navigating around pedestrians and obstacles. Special attention is given to the unique hazards of working on loading docks and in trailers, including preventing falls, avoiding trailer tip-overs, and safely entering and exiting trailers. By mastering these fundamental skills and safety procedures, forklift operators can prevent accidents, protect themselves and others, and ensure efficient and safe material handling operations throughout their facilities.