Occupational safety training for operating forklifts

1. Overview of Forklift Trucks

a. What is a forklift truck?

A forklift truck is a type of machinery or equipment used to lift, move, and stack heavy loads or goods in industrial, transportation, and warehouse environments. Forklifts are commonly used to improve work efficiency, increase productivity, and ensure safety when handling and arranging goods.

There are several types of forklifts, including:

• Engine-powered forklifts: These use combustion engines such as gasoline, diesel, or compressed gas to operate. They can lift heavy loads and are suitable for various applications.
• Electric forklifts: These are powered by batteries or electricity. They are suitable for indoor environments and operations requiring low noise.
• Adjustable fork forklifts: These have adjustable forks to accommodate the size and shape of specific loads.
• Manual forklifts: These are hand-operated and do not use engines. They are generally used for lighter loads and require manual lifting and moving.

b. Applications of forklifts in production

Forklifts play a critical role in production industries, optimizing production processes, increasing productivity, and ensuring safety when handling components, raw materials, and finished products. Key applications include:

• Moving and stacking goods: Forklifts are used to lift and move components, raw materials, and finished products from one location to another in the production process, optimizing workflow and reducing handling time.
• Lifting heavy loads: In industries such as metal, construction, and mechanical engineering, forklifts are used to lift and move heavy items like steel, machinery, and industrial equipment.
• Warehouse arrangement: Forklifts help efficiently organize and arrange goods in warehouses. They can move pallets and stack them to save space and facilitate storage management.
• Adjustable forks: Forklifts with adjustable forks accommodate different sizes and shapes of goods, enhancing flexibility in production processes.
• Quality control: Forklifts can also be used to lift and move finished products for quality inspections to ensure standards are met.
• Occupational safety: Using forklifts reduces the risk of injuries from manual lifting and moving of goods, especially heavy or irregular loads.

c. Industries that use forklifts

Forklifts are widely used in various production sectors, including:

• Automotive industry: Used to lift and move parts like engines, wheels, and components along production lines or onto transport vehicles.
• Food and beverage industry: Used to move and stack boxes, pallets, and raw materials such as sugar, packaging, and food products.
• Industrial manufacturing: Used to move machinery, industrial equipment, and heavy loads during production.
• Electronics manufacturing: Used to move and stack electronic components like circuits, parts, and terminal devices.
• Chemical industry: Used to move and store drums and containers of chemical compounds.
• Shoe manufacturing: Used to move and store boxes of shoes, raw materials, and finished products.
• Construction industry: Used to lift and transport construction materials such as bricks, cement, steel, and other building materials.
• Toy and jewelry manufacturing: Helps move and stack products like toys, jewelry, and other goods.

2. Overview of forklift operation safety training

a. What is occupational safety training?

• Occupational safety training for forklift operation consists of sessions that provide workers with awareness and practices to prevent workplace accidents. Workers who directly operate forklifts fall under Group 3.
• This training helps workers identify and avoid hazards, reducing the risk of workplace accidents.

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b. Training duration

Initial safety training:

• Total training time must be at least 24 hours, including testing.
• 8 hours of theory on policies, regulations, and occupational safety laws
• 8 hours of theory on basic occupational safety knowledge
• 4 hours of specialized training theory
• 2 hours of practical exercises in specialized training
• 2 hours of theoretical testing at the end of the course

Training centers can distribute sessions over multiple days depending on worker schedules. Typically, the course is delivered in 6 sessions over 3 days, provided the company can arrange continuous training time.

Periodic safety training:

• Before the safety card expires, workers wishing to renew must complete periodic occupational safety training, with a duration of at least 50% of the initial training time.

Explanation: The total periodic safety training duration is at least 12 hours, including testing. After completing the course and passing the test, workers will have their safety card renewed.

c. Training content

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d. Occupational safety card

After completing the safety training and passing the test, workers will receive a safety card (commonly referred to as occupational safety certificate for Group 3).

Group 3 cards include information such as name, date of birth, job, work environment, training duration, official stamp, and signature confirming completion.

According to Clause 2 of Article 24 of Decree 44/2016/ND-CP, there are two cases:

• If the employer and employee have a labor contract, the employer must sign and stamp the safety card after the worker completes the training and passes the test.
• If the worker is freelance or temporary without a labor contract, the training unit must sign and stamp the safety card after completion and testing.

3. Hazards When Operating Forklifts

Operating forklifts can pose many hazards, and failing to follow safety rules can lead to serious accidents. Below are some common hazards when operating forklifts:

• Tip-over: The most serious hazard when operating a forklift is the risk of tipping over, which can happen when lifting or moving loads that are too heavy or unstable.
• Collision: Forklifts can collide with objects such as walls, pillars, or other forklifts, causing damage to the vehicle or injury to the operator and other staff.
• Fuel or battery hazards: Incorrect refueling or battery charging can lead to fire, explosion, or environmental contamination.
• False sense of safety: When operators feel overconfident, they may become careless and fail to follow safety rules, resulting in accidents.
• Ignoring load limits: Lifting or moving loads that are too heavy or unevenly distributed can damage the forklift and increase the risk of tipping over.
• Not following safe driving rules: Failing to follow safe driving rules, including driving too fast, ignoring signals, or not wearing helmets and protective gear, can cause accidents.
• Skipping pre-use inspection: Not inspecting the forklift before use may lead to using a vehicle with technical defects or unsafe conditions.
• Insufficient training: Operators must receive full training on how to use forklifts and follow safety rules.
• Unsuitable terrain: Using forklifts on inappropriate surfaces can result in loss of control and accidents.
• Unsecured loads: Moving loads that are not properly secured on the forks can cause imbalance and accidents.

4. Measures to Control Occupational Accidents When Operating Forklifts

To control occupational accidents when operating forklifts, several important measures should be implemented. Here are key measures:

• Training and education: Ensure all forklift operators are fully trained and understand safety rules. Training programs should include both theoretical and practical sessions.
• Pre-use inspection: Before each use, operators should check the forklift to ensure it is functioning properly and free from defects. Any issues should be reported and fixed before continuing use.
• Follow safety rules: Ensure operators and other staff comply with safety rules, including using signals, wearing helmets and protective gear, adhering to maximum load limits, and observing speed limits.
• Load control: Before lifting goods, operators must verify the load and ensure it does not exceed the forklift’s capacity. Follow guidelines on how to place loads on the forks.
• Signals: Use warning signals to alert others when the forklift is moving or lifting a load, such as horns and indicator lights.
• Monitoring and management: Supervise forklift operations to ensure compliance with safety rules. Management should promote a safety culture and regularly review safety performance.
• Periodic maintenance: Perform regular maintenance to ensure the forklift operates safely and reliably. Key components such as brakes and lifting systems should be regularly checked.
• Create safe work areas: Ensure a safe working environment, including level, non-slip floors and no obstacles.
• Operator condition: Ensure operators are not fatigued or physically weak while working, as lack of focus can lead to accidents.
• Weather conditions: In adverse weather such as rain, snow, or fog, increase safety by adjusting driving behavior and following special safety rules.
• Periodic inspection of forklifts helps detect safety issues like wear or mechanical failure early, reducing the risk of accidents.

5. Benefits of Occupational Safety Training

An Toan Nam Viet provides businesses with the following benefits after completing occupational safety training according to Decree 44/2016/ND-CP on labor safety and hygiene:

• Workers can recognize potential occupational hazards and take preventive measures to avoid accidents.
• Businesses can establish risk prevention measures in production, operation, and maintenance processes.
• Reduce costs associated with unsafe work conditions.
• Continuous production without interruptions increases labor productivity and product quality.
• Compliance with labor safety laws reduces legal risks.
• Enhances business credibility and professionalism, strengthening the brand.

Nam Viet training programs help individuals prevent external hazards that could result in injury or even death.

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6. Customer Feedback After Completing Training

An Toan Nam Viet has years of experience working with businesses across Vietnam. The company’s commitment to professional safety training is strengthened by positive feedback from clients. Below are testimonials from partners served by An Toan Nam Viet:

KOSIA E&C Company Ltd

“I am very satisfied with Nam Viet’s safety training service. The teaching quality meets our standards and helps our company focus more on our core work.”

Lee Ki Hwa / General Director

Bac Nam E&C Construction Investment Joint Stock Company

“Using An Toan Nam Viet for the first time, I was impressed by the 24/7 support from the consulting team. Class organization was fast and convenient. Thank you for your service!”

Nguyen Thanh Binh / Director

Hoa Dat Construction and Trading Joint Stock Company

“Nam Viet’s service has greatly simplified labor safety and documentation processes, with prompt support from consultants. Five stars!”

Truong Ba Ngoc Minh / Chairman

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7. Occupational Safety Training Capacity of An Toan Nam Viet

An Toan Nam Viet is a reputable and high-quality occupational safety training center in Vietnam. Safety training sessions are conducted continuously at factories, production workshops, and construction sites across all 63 provinces in Vietnam.

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Occupational safety training license

• An Toan Nam Viet has been certified by the Department of Labor Safety under the Ministry of Labor – Invalids and Social Affairs to provide occupational safety and hygiene training. This strengthens our training capacity.

Training materials and lectures

• Before being used in safety training courses, training materials are reviewed to ensure accuracy and effectiveness.
• Instructors follow standardized teaching methods developed by An Toan Nam Viet experts to maximize learning efficiency.

Facilities

• Controlling classroom conditions enhances teaching efficiency and learning outcomes.
• Our training facilities provide spacious classrooms with adequate lighting, training equipment, and other resources.

8. Nationwide Reputable Occupational Safety Training Center

At An Toan Nam Viet, we prioritize professional commitment in occupational safety training. Our goal is to equip workers with knowledge to protect themselves while contributing to national development.

We carefully prepare every detail, from teaching tools and materials to lighting and sound, to ensure effective training.

Our instructors are experienced experts with practical research on hazards across industries and preventive measures.

Lectures are practical, clear, and engaging, ensuring effective knowledge transfer aligned with Decree 44/2016/ND-CP.

Our training center offers:

• Competitive training costs with guaranteed quality.
• Flexible training schedules accommodating company production.
• Fast certification procedures in compliance with the law.
• Experienced instructors with years of expertise.
• Classrooms controlled for optimal learning efficiency.
• Lessons tailored to occupational safety in businesses.
• Professional and attentive service ensuring accurate and timely support for clients.

9. Additional Occupational Safety Training Materials

• Safety materials for forklift operation
• Training materials for lifting equipment operation safety
• Complete occupational safety training materials
• Occupational safety training test sets
• Forklift operation safety quiz
• Forklift safety training slides

10. Occupational Safety Training Activities

• THIEN NAM ELEVATOR JOINT STOCK COMPANY
• DINH VANG CO., LTD BRANCH IN NGHE AN
• WINTON MANUFACTURING CO., LTD
• THANH SON MANUFACTURING CO., LTD
• VIET INTERNATIONAL CERAMICS JOINT STOCK COMPANY
• JAGUAR IMPORT-EXPORT SERVICE CO., LTD
• C.B.S VIETNAM ONE MEMBER CO., LTD
• TAN HUNG THINH CO., LTD
• TOI NGUYEN CONSTRUCTION & TRADING ONE MEMBER CO., LTD
• HOANG MINH HUY MANUFACTURING & TRADING CO., LTD
• CODUPHA CENTRAL PHARMACEUTICAL JOINT STOCK COMPANY CENTRAL BRANCH
• AN TAM CONSTRUCTION & TRADING CO., LTD (Binh Duong Project)
• DU THANH PAPER PACKAGING CO., LTD
• HOGETSU VIETNAM CO., LTD
• CICOR VIETNAM CO., LTD
• HUA CHANG VINA SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD