Because of their wide range of uses, forklifts are one of the most versatile and widely used pieces of machinery in our workplaces. 

However they also have the potential to be one of the most dangerous. 

Each year forklifts are involved in hundreds of workplace accidents that result in fatalities, serious injuries and property damage. 

This Forklift Safety module contains: 

• The various safety checks that licenced operators should perform.
• The various hazards that should be identified in a new workplace.
• Precautions for when forklifts and pedestrians are in the same areas.

Technical requirements

This module contains an interactive tutorial and subsequently you will require audio to be working on your device. (Please Note: Sound commences from slide 5)

Course enquiries

For information regarding the course, contact:
Department of Health (DoH) Work Health and Safety
p:  8922 7112
e:  whs.doh@nt.gov.au