STAR Forklift Safety
Construction
A course by
UCOL
Gain essential skills in forklift operation and meet Worksafe safety requirements with the UCOL STAR Forklift Safety course, designed for secondary school students interested in road transport, distribution, and warehousing careers.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 3 weeks
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Operate a powered industrial lift truck (forklift)
Students will be able to safely and effectively operate a forklift to industry standards, as specified by Unit Standard 10851.
Understand Worksafe forklift safety requirements
Students will gain knowledge of the relevant health and safety requirements for forklift operation as mandated by Worksafe NZ.
Industry experience and insights
Students will obtain an understanding of the road transport, distribution, and warehousing industries, assisting them in making informed career choices.
What You're Signing Up For
The UCOL STAR Forklift Safety course provides secondary school learners with hands-on training in both the theory and practical aspects of safe forklift operation. Students will gain exposure to the road transport, distribution, and warehousing industries, and will be equipped with skills required to meet Worksafe forklift operator safety standards. The course is part of the STAR initiative, allowing secondary students to start building industry-relevant skills while still in school.
Course Content
- Theory of powered industrial lift truck (forklift) operation
- Practical forklift operating skills
- Worksafe forklift operator safety requirements
- Insights into road transport industry
- Exposure to distribution and warehousing environments
- Unit Standard 10851 (Level 3) - Operate a powered industrial lift truck (forklift)
What you need to know first
For year 11 - 13 secondary school learners (NZ Citizens, permanent residents, or visa holders eligible to enroll in a secondary school)
Applications must be received from participating schools
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Transport and Logistics
Warehousing
Construction
Future employment opportunities might be
Entry-level roles in distribution and warehousing
Pathway to forklift operator positions
Preparation for careers in road transport
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