Training

Specialized training services.
Specialized training services.

ZOTA is the nation’s leading specialist training provider in safety, survival and emergency response training for high risk industries.

Since 2009, ZOTA has built a solid reputation in providing safety training for the Oil and Gas industry through people, processes, products and attention to detail.

ZOTA delivered over 40,000 trainee days of professional, engaging and safe training using simulated environments to develop skills and behaviours that address safety-critical industry needs.

ZOTA integrates four key elements into all training: safety, compliance, cost effectiveness, and trainee engagement. By delivering training that meets all four of these elements, ZOTA ensures the best trainee experience and learning outcomes possible, whilst continuing an outstanding safety record and cost benefits for clients.

ZOTA is committed to helping ensure that these programs are successful in further improving safety culture. We offer two forklift training courses:

  1. Forklift Operations Training and Certification Course (International); and
  2. Forklift Operations Training (National)

1. Forklift Operations Training and Certification Course (International)

Forklift in Use at a warehouse
Forklift in Use at a warehouse

ZOTA Oil and Gas Nigeria Limited brings you practical Forklift Operations Training and Certification Course at her Lagos Office at 121, Bisi Obadina Street, Omole Phase 1, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria.

Course Overview

This course is for operators and supervisors of forklift operations. The course uses OSHA criteria from 29 CFR 1910.178.

Course instructors highlight the most common dangers of powered industrial truck operations and provide solutions to those dangers.

Driving tips, avoiding injury and proper handling & transportation of loads are featured. To be in compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178, only trained and authorized operators shall be permitted to operate a Forklift.

Participants receive manuals & hands-on practical exercise to facilitate training.

Course Objective:

Upon completion of this course participant should be able to:

  • Carry out pre-use inspection of forklifts in compliance with manufacturers’ specifications and industry best practice.
  • Demonstrate skills for proper fueling and battery charging techniques
  • Identify types and characteristics of forklifts with different kinds of hazards associated with each one.
  • Identify stability triangles for forklifts.
  • Show confidence on knowledge gained applicable to Basic Driving Principles, Stability, and Load Handling.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Define what forklift equipment is and its purpose 
  • Explain the Hazards and Risks when operating a Counterbalance lift truck by stating the causes of instability 
  • Demonstrate an understanding of Rated Capacity Plates 
  • Identify components and controls and state their function 
  • Demonstrate the Pre-Use checks and inspections required before using the machine
  • Describe the standards and procedures for forklift truck operations 
  • Demonstrate safe and effective use of a Counterbalance lift truck correctly in accordance with accepted good working practices.

Course Outline include but not limited to;

  • Types of Forklifts
  • Operator’s Responsibilities
  • Parts of the forklift
  • Hydraulic system
  • Stability
  • Operating Procedures
  • Refueling and Recharging
  • Parking
  • Selection of Forklift Operators

Training Fee: N300,000 (Three Hundred Thousand Naira).

Duration of Training: 

  1. Fresher/Novice – 5 days
  2. Refresher/Experienced – 3 days

Mode of Training: Instructor Led Classroom & Practical

Days of Training: Mondays – Fridays

Time of Training: 9 am – 4 pm

Training Venue: At company’s Office

For Enquiries Call or WhatsApp: +2348037236096, 09071902891

Email: info@zotaoilandgas.com

Payment details: ZOTA OIL GAS NIGERIA LTD, Guaranty Trust Bank (GTB) – 0014215004

2. Forklift Operations Training and Certification Course (National)

Course Overview:

This course is for operators and supervisors of forklift operations. The course uses OSHA criteria from 29 CFR 1910.178.

Course instructors highlight the most common dangers of powered industrial truck operations and provide solutions to those dangers.

Driving tips, avoiding injury and proper handling & transportation of loads are featured. To be in compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178, only trained and authorized operators shall be permitted to operate a Forklift.

Participants receive manuals & hands-on practical exercise to facilitate training.

Course Objective:

Upon completion of this course participant should be able to:

  • Carry out pre-use inspection of forklifts in compliance with manufacturers’ specifications and industry best practice.
  • Demonstrate skills for proper fueling and battery charging techniques
  • Identify types and characteristics of forklifts with different kinds of hazards associated with each one.
  • Identify stability triangles for forklifts.
  • Show confidence on knowledge gained applicable to Basic Driving Principles, Stability, and Load Handling.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Define what forklift equipment is and its purpose 
  • Explain the Hazards and Risks when operating a Counterbalance lift truck by stating the causes of instability 
  • Demonstrate an understanding of Rated Capacity Plates 
  • Identify components and controls and state their function 
  • Demonstrate the Pre-Use checks and inspections required before using the machine
  • Describe the standards and procedures for forklift truck operations 
  • Demonstrate safe and effective use of a Counterbalance lift truck correctly in accordance with accepted good working practices.

Course Outline:

  • Types of Forklifts
  • Parts of the forklift
  • Forklift Safety Features
  • Forklift Hydraulic system
  • Stability (Principle of Lifting Load)
  • Refueling and Recharging
  • Parking / Leaving a Forklift Unattended
  • Forklift Pre-Use Inspection
  • Operator’s Responsibilities
  • Operating Procedures

Training Fee (Fresher): N300,000 (Three Hundred Thousand Naira).

Training Fee (Refresher): N200,000 (Two Hundred Thousand Naira).

Duration of Training: 

  1. Fresher/Novice – 5 days
  2. Refresher/Experienced – 3 days

Mode of Training: Instructor Led Classroom & Practical

Days of Training: Mondays – Fridays

Time of Training: 9 am – 4 pm

Training Venue: At company’s Office

For Enquiries Call or WhatsApp: +2348037236096, 09071902891

Email: info@zotaoilandgas.com

Payment details: ZOTA OIL GAS NIGERIA LTD, Guaranty Trust Bank (GTB) – 0014215004

Feel free to ask your questions in the comments section. We will answer as soon as possible. Thank you.

Other training courses we offer are:

  • Basic Fire Fighting
  • Basic First Aid 
  • HSE For Beginners (Level 1)
  • HSE Level 2 & 3
  • Food Handlers/Food Safety Training
  • Hazard Analysis ad Critical Control Points (HACCP)
  • Manual Handling Training
  • Safe Handling of Chemicals
  • Job Hazard Analysis
  • Risk Assessment Matrix
  • Unsafe Act and Unsafe Conditions
  • Journey Management
  • Personal Protection Equipment (Use and Maintenance)
  • Workplace Ergonomics
  • Emergency Response Procedure & Management
  • Lessons Learnt
  • Domestic Accident Awareness & Prevention
  • Defensive Driving 
  • Incident and Accident Investigation & Control
  • Workshop Safety
  • Forklift Operating Safety
  • Forklifts Operations Training 
  • Document Control Training
  • Quality Management System for Beginners
  • House Keeping and Incident Prevention
  • Electrical Safety Hazard Awareness
  • Customer Service / Client Management 
  • Awareness on Quality Management System (ISO 9001:2015 Standard)
  • Awareness on Occupational Health and Safety Management System (ISO 45001:201 Standard)
  • Awareness on Environmental Management System (ISO 14001:2015 Standard)
  • Office Safety
  • Analysis and Evaluation of Customer Feedback for Business Sustainability
  • Performance Evaluation a Tool for Continual Improvement and Business Sustainability
  • Importance of Client Relationship Management 
  • Target Setting and Management System
  • The Fundamentals of QAQC
  • Crane safety and operator’s training
  • Slinging and Rigging training
  • Banksman/Slingers training
  • Lifting Equipment Inspection (NDT) Training

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