LTC offers forklift training
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
9/21/2011
CLEVELAND, WI – Lakeshore Technical College will offer classes for forklift operators, supervisors and forklift safety trainers in October.
The “Forklift Safety Classroom Course” from 6 to 9 p.m. Oct. 11 meets OSHA requirements for lift truck operators and covers basic lift truck principles, lift truck components and controls, safe driving and load handling principles, and vehicle inspection. OSHA regulations on safe lift truck operations also are covered. A classroom course is required for lift truck operators and recommended for their supervisors and all others involved in lift truck operation. Cost is $80; refer to class No. 64185. The “Forklift Train-the-Trainer Workshop” from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Oct. 20 explains OSHA’s Powered Industrial Trucks training regulations and reviews forklift safety regulations. Forklift driving experience is helpful but not required to complete this course. Discussion will focus on documentation requirements, evaluation methods and trainer qualifications. Cost is $295; refer to class No. 64180. The “Forklift Train-the-Trainer Refresher” from 8 a.m. to noon Oct. 20 reviews regulatory issues related to training and operations requirements, and shares training methods and resources. The seminar is open to those who have completed the Forklift Safety-Train-the-Trainer Workshop. This course is recommended but not required. Cost is $120; refer to class No. 64183. All classes will take place in the Public Safety Training Center on LTC’s Cleveland campus. To register by phone, call 888.GO TO LTC (888-468-6582), ext. 1366. Register online at www.gotoltc.edu/seminars. For more information, call Ruth Semph at (920) 693-1167, or e-mail ruth.semph@gotoltc.edu.About Lakeshore Technical College
Lakeshore Technical College is a leading provider of technical education offering 100 career programs including associate degrees, technical diplomas, technical certificates, and apprenticeship programs. In addition, LTC offers distance learning, customized training to business and industry, and continuing educational opportunities.
Serving a 200,500-resident population in east central Wisconsin, LTC operates a main campus in Cleveland; additional learning sites at LTC Manitowoc and LTC Sheboygan; Community Education Centers at area high schools in Kiel, Mishicot, Plymouth, Random Lake, Reedsville, and Two Rivers; and 27 distance learning sites. LTC’s mission is to enrich lives and strengthen the economy by preparing a workforce that is skilled, diverse and flexible. On average, 79% of LTC graduates work in the LTC District which includes Manitowoc and Sheboygan Counties, and parts of Calumet and Ozaukee Counties. Visit LTC at: gotoltc.edu.
