Forklift (Level 3)
Course details
| NZQF Level | 3 |
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About the course
Forklift (Level 3)
A forklift licence consists of two parts, the F endorsement and the OSH certificate.
OSH certificate:
- Entitles you to drive a forklift in an enclosed workplace. Expires every 3 years.
F Endorsement:
- Entitles you to drive a forklift in workplace, public, or on public roads and Is added to your licence and does not expire.
Forklift licence – F endorsement + OSH certificate
Forklift licence – F endorsement only
Forklift licence – OSH certificate only
Core elements
A Forklift course is over one day and includes theory and practical components. You will have to study pre-learning material, pass a test on the theory and complete a practical assessment on a forklift. Additional practical forklift operation training is available.
Forklift OSH
People credited with this unit standard are able to: demonstrate knowledge of the safe operation of a forklift; perform a pre-operational inspection and start up procedure for a forklift; demonstrate practical forklift skills; and park and shut down a forklift.
Forklift F
This unit standard is for people wishing to obtain an F (forklift) driver licence endorsement. People credited with this unit standard are able to describe: the legal requirements relating to the driving of a forklift on a road; driving procedures and general considerations for driving a forklift safely on a road; environmental factors affecting the safe driving of a forklift on a road; and demonstrate procedures for driving a forklift safely and legally on a road.
You will be issued with a certificate for your forklift endorsement to put on your drivers licence you need to take your certificate to the licensing agency along with:
- Your drivers licence
- Proof of residency (bank statement, or bill of some sort, showing your address).
You will also be issued with a wallet card for the OSH component of the course which will have the expiry date on it recommending the refresher date. The following unit standards will be added to your record of learning once you have completed the approved course and unit standard assessments to competency standard.
The two unit standards you gain are:
- US 18496 Forklift Endorsement - Demonstrate knowledge and skills for driving a forklift on a road for endorsement F (Forklifts)
- US 10851 OSH - Operate a powered industrial lift truck
For further information from the New Zealand Transport Authority check out this link
http://www.nzta.govt.nz/licence/getting/special-type.html
Pre-requisites
OSH Certificate
- Pre-course study must be completed
F Endorsement
- Pre-course study must be completed
- Participants must hold a current Full Class 1 Driver Licence
Entry Criteria
The course is designed for people who have already been taught the safe operation of a forklift and require the unit standards assessments. The required pre-existing knowledge and experience in operation of a forklift this can be evidenced by:
OSH
- An employer nomination to attend the course.
- A supervisor attestation of existing knowledge and experience.
- A previous work history detailing experience at safely operating a forklift.
- Applicants for whom English is a second language must meet IELTS (or equivalent) Level 5.5.
F Endorsement
- An employer nomination to attend the course.
- A supervisor attestation of existing knowledge and experience.
- A previous work history detailing experience at safely operating a forklift.
- Full Class 1 drivers licence.
- Applicants for whom English is a second language must meet IELTS (or equivalent) Level 5.5.
Note: Some courses within this programme require specific levels of physical ability.
This is a Safety Sensitive Programme
Safety Sensitive Programme
As a tertiary institution training students who will be working in safety conscious industries, TTai Poutini Polytechnic a business division of Te Pūkenga has the obligation to ensure it meets the same safety standards as those expected within industry and New Zealand workplaces.
This programme is considered safety sensitive in that it involves the use of heavy machinery and equipment or circumstances which require focus and concentration which will be compromised by the use of drug and/or alcohol consumption. In order to ensure the safety of other students, staff and the public, Tai Poutini Polytechnic has adopted a policy of drug and alcohol testing for students in safety sensitive programmes. For more information, click here. You may also contact our Student Support Services team on 0800 877 787 if you have questions or need further assistance.
About the provider
Tai Poutini Polytechnic (TPP), based on New Zealand’s spectacular West Coast and with campuses in Wanaka, Christchurch and Auckland, offers students exciting opportunities to get a head start in their career or take the next step on their learning journey.
TPP offers popular study options that meet local employment needs and are tailored to help people get into real jobs in the community or get ahead in their chosen career. With two West Coast campuses, in addition to other New Zealand locations, TPP makes the most of the opportunities on its doorstep.
The institute’s popular Outdoor Education programmes teach technical, leadership and teamwork skills on West Coast rivers and mountains along with a Ski Patrol programme based in Wanaka that makes the most of the South Island’s world-famous ski fields. A base on the West Coast also allows Jade and Hard Stone Carving students to get right to the cultural and historic source of their material. Likewise, Civil Plant students prepare for jobs in the roading, forestry and mining industries on purpose-built work sites in Greymouth and Auckland, while agriculture students have the use of the TPP Reefton farm.
These are just some of TPP’s many popular full-time, part-time or short programmes, which include business, trainee chef, tourism and hospitality, carpentry, automotive and engineering. All programmes are focused on industry expectations and tutors enjoy strong relationships with local businesses so learning is relevant and useful to the market. The institute’s aim is to get students into real jobs in the community and help create better futures for everyone.
West Coast students also have the option of living in TPP’s own student accommodation facilities. A home away from home while you’re studying. Tai Poutini Village offers 58 individual rooms and shared facilities for students. Village staff provide you with a living environment which encourages and supports the educational mission of the Polytechnic, supporting students in their chosen programme of study, and helping them to develop personally, socially and culturally.
Our reputation for the quality of graduates is outstanding.