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Operate a Forklift

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This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to operate a forklift, including checking forklift condition, driving the forklift to fulfil operational requirements, monitoring site conditions, and monitoring and maintaining forklift performance. Assessment of this unit will usually be undertaken within a licensing examination conducted by, or under the authority of, the relevant state/territory OH&S authority.

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Assessment

The following methods may be used in assessing units:- Written objective tests - Written responses, short and extended answers - Oral test / technical interview - On job or workplace assessment - Practical / exercises - Practical projects - Assignments - Personal appraisal - Verbal assessment - Profiling - RPL

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You may be able to enrol in this unit as an elective.

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Faculty of Technical and Trades Innovation

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