Training Program
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Training Program for Forklift Operators (CLARK) – Load Capacity up to 2500Kg
Logistics Academy implements Professional Training Programs for Operating Forklift Trucks – Clark (specialty 2), with Recognized Certification for the Region and the Ministry of Development. (Government Gazette B 3350 – 12/6/2024), specifically for the following categories:
- Forklift trucks (Clark type, etc.) and other types of all systems and operations (excluding electric-powered ones)
- Electric-powered forklift trucks (Clark type, etc.) of all types
Who is this for?
Workers or unemployed individuals who wish to obtain certification for operating forklift trucks – CLARK, provided that they meet the following prerequisites:
- They must be graduates of compulsory education in Greece or have an equivalent level of education from abroad.
- They must have reached the age of 18.
- They must hold at least a category B driving license.
How long does the training last and how is it delivered?
The professional training program is conducted in-person and lasts 72 hours, organized as follows:
- 12 Hours Theoretical Training
- 60 Hours Practical Training
Seminar Plan
Theoretical Training
- Legislation
- Health & Safety
- Structure and Operation
- Types of movements
- Stability
- Operating procedures
- Technical inspection
- Cargo handling
- Special cargo
- Driving safety
- Environmental impacts
- Operating Forklifts
- Day to day operation
- Understanding of cargo
- Potential Hazards
- Working with forklifts
- Boarding, Disembarking, and Parking
- Driving and Stacking Exercises
Required Documentation
- Application Form
- Photocopy of ID card or passport (for non-EU citizens, also residence or work permit)
- Certified copy of degree/diploma
- Photocopy of a driving license of at least category B
- Health certificate from a public authority, confirming physical fitness (from an internist, orthopedist, or general practitioner), hearing (from an ENT specialist), and vision (from an ophthalmologist).
- A solemn declaration according to Article 8 of Law 1599/1986, stating: that the submitted documents/information are accurate and truthful, the respective Region, i.e., the Region corresponding to their professional establishment address or permanent residence address