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NPORS - Rough Terrain Forklift

Course Aims

The NPORS Rough Terrain Forklift course aims to provide the candidate with a thorough practical and theory training in operating a rough terrain forklift in order to enable the candidate to pass the NPORS Theory and Practical Tests.

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Course Content

  • Operating the machine on all normal tasks for which it is designed

  • Deciding whether a particular load is safe to lift

  • Carrying out routine plant servicing procedures and maintenance in accordance with the manufacturers instructions

  • Carry out minor adjustments and routine servicing procedure

  • Preparing and driving the machine on public highways, and loading in onto a transporter in accordance with the requirements of the Road Traffic Acts

  • The purpose and capabilities of the machine and any relevant safety precautions necessary for its operation

  • How the machine works and the maintenance requirements involved

  • The effect of load, size, weight, gradients and ground conditions upon machine stability

  • The loading, storage and transit of representative materials

  • The basis construction of pallets

  • The permitted loading of scaffolds

 

Duration of Training

Depending on experience.

Novice training 4-5 days.

 

Test

To achieve the NPORS Operators Card candidates must pass both the NPORS Theory Test and the Practical Test.

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