J. J. Keller’s The Forklift Workshop is a new, innovative approach to educating forklift operators — new and veteran — on proper forklift safety procedures, as required by OSHA’s 29 CFR Section 1910.178(l).

In the workshop format, your operators will watch an engaging DVD video presentation, demonstrating proper forklift techniques in action. Then, you’ll be able to reinforce their learning using hands-on practice tools, exercises and learning activities.

Designed to address the training needs of forklift operators with any level of experience, this easy-to-use training program helps you fulfill the classroom training requirements of OSHA 1910.178(l) and offers guidelines and tools for conducting practical training.

J. J. Keller's The Forklift Workshop training program covers:

• Forklift basics (types, rear steering, turning radius, combined center of gravity and the stability triangle, load center and controls)
• Inspecting your forklift
• Picking up a load
• Traveling with a load
• Placing a load
• Working in a truck, trailer or railcar
• Charging and refueling
• Maintenance and modification
• Specialized units and attachments
• Hazardous locations and forklift types
• Lifting employees

This program includes several ready-to-use training tools:

• (1) 30-minute closed-captioned video - Provides an instructional blend of explanation, commentary and demonstration. Presented in a dynamic, contemporary style to keep trainees engaged.
• (1) Trainer’s Guide - A complete resource that logically and clearly covers the requirements of forklift safety training and helps you develop, organize and deliver effective, memorable training sessions. Includes an introduction to the topic and OSHA training requirements, recommendations for using components and options, good training principles and ideas, and guidelines for conducting initial and refresher training. Also addresses hands-on training and evaluation, plus suggestions for using the workshop elements for maximum benefit.
• (1) Trainer Tools CD-ROM - Contains the workshop elements in electronic form, so you can download, print out, use as-is, customize with company-specific information, copy into PowerPoint® presentations or whatever your needs dictate. These elements offer vital activity-based, how-to training. They include:
  • Practice tools, problem-solving activities and knowledge-based challenges that engage trainees, to help trainees absorb and retain the material.
  • Training exercises and learning activities, for both the classroom and the actual work environment. They range from easy to moderate to challenging so you can mix and match, depending on the type or level of training you want to provide.
  The Trainer Tools CD-ROM also includes a PowerPoint® presentation/review, expanded FAQs, additional quizzes and answer keys, and situational narratives that challenge trainees to identify solutions to mock real-world situations ... plus clip art, posters and a training log. Not available separately.
• (11) Operator’s Handbook - This 24-page reference reinforces training. It follows the information in the DVD video and provides operators with an easy-to-use, post-training resource.
• (1) Wallet Card Sheet - (perforated to provide 10 cards) — Distribute to operators to keep as proof of their training.
• (1) Forklift Safety Poster - A full-color, photo-based reminder of forklift safety to hang in a high-traffic area at your company.

What is “workshop-style” training?
IT’S A FACT: Interaction makes learning stick. Our workshop-style training approach features critical activity-based, how-to training for operators. In addition to a DVD video and the other training exercises, this program features extra tools you can use to show operators proper procedures... and then have them demonstrate what they’ve learned. It's a perfect opportunity to identify shortcomings and address problem areas in a safe, controlled environment.

The Forklift Workshop

DVD Main Menu

• Play Program - Plays entire main program.
• Chapter Selections – Allows easy access to specific subtopics for more focused training.
  • Introduction
  • Forklift Basics
    Types of forklifts; rear steering; turning radius; forklift capacity and nameplate information; load center; combined center of gravity and the stability triangle; controls
  • Inspecting Your Forklift
    Pre-operation inspection; operational inspection
  • Picking up a Load
    Mounting and dismounting; seatbelt use and tipovers; know your load (weight, dimensions, shape); steps for picking up a load
  • Traveling with a Load
    Keeping the load/forks low when traveling; visibility; speed limits; floor hazards; driving on ramps and inclines with/without a load; staying safe around the edges of ramps and inclines; railroad tracks; traveling with other forklifts; stunt driving and horseplay; dealing with pedestrians and co-workers
  • Placing a Load
    Looking for hazards/clearances; steps to placing a load
  • Parking a Forklift
    Leaving a forklift “attended” and “unattended”
  • Working in a Truck, Trailer or Railcar
    Inspections; using dock plates; securing the truck or trailer; carbon monoxide and hazardous emissions
  • Charging and Refueling
    PPE; electric forklifts; LPG; gas and diesel
  • Maintenance and Modifications
    Regular inspections; routine checks and preventative maintenance; what operators need to know about forklift modifications
  • Conclusion
• Bonus materials - Total running time: approximately 37 minutes
  • Specialized Units and Attachments (running time: 5 minutes)
    Introduces safety information on standup rider trucks (counter balanced rider units, narrow aisle units, pallet trucks or platform pallet trucks); high-lift order pickers; powered hand trucks (pallet jacks, hand trucks); and being aware of how attachments affect your forklift.
  • Frequently Asked Questions (running time: 5 minutes)
  • What's Wrong With This Picture (running time: 5 minutes)
  • Quiz (running time: 10 minutes)
  • Note To Trainer (running time: 5 minutes)
  • Previews (running time: 7 minutes)
    
    • Workplace Safety 101 (215-DVD/215-DVD-S)
    • Personal Protective Equipment (290-DVD/290-DVD-S)