We all know that Forklift training is specialised, so doesn’t it make sense to have your staff trained by a company that only specializes in Forklift training? Before you decide to book a course with a trainer, ask yourself the following questions:

Is getting a certificate from an accredited forklift training provider a priority?

Do you want to work with the training company because of the excellent Health & Safety Aspects?

Is the fact that the Forklift Training has many Glowing Testimonials important?

Do you need Novice, Experienced or just Refresher Courses for Forklift Drivers and Operators?

What the clients should be saying about forklift trainers:

§ Very thorough, demanding and professionally delivered course
§ Consistently pleasant, tackling all training with a smile
§ Excellent personality for training
§ Maintaining full participation at all times
§ The quality of the training was first class followed up with high quality feedback from the trainer
§ A first class trainer offering excellent value for money
§ Effectively putting across the theoretical information
§ Very easy to understand and interesting
§ Clear, comprehensive and well communicated

All training provided should be customisable.

Simply, the company should ensure that it’s practical in terms of the trainee’s work environment, products and processes, and that the training meets the specific trainee learning objectives and their business needs.

All successful candidates should receive certification recognized by the HSA and insurance companies.

Professional training ensures that employees are up to date with their legal responsibilities and the safest operating procedures to use. When you choose a forklift training company, your staff should receive comprehensive practical and theoretical onsite training.

Manual Handling
Between a quarter and a third of all reported accidents are attributable to incorrect manual handling.

Most accidents result in back injury, though the hands, arms and feet may also be injured. Manual handling of loads means “any transporting or supporting of a load by one or more employees that includes lifting, putting down, pushing, pulling, carrying or moving a load which, by reason of its characteristics or of unfavorable ergonomic conditions, involves risk particularly of back injury, to employees.” In order to comply with the 1993 Manual handling regulations, staff engaged in manual handling tasks must be given training in the safe handling of loads. This half day course instructs employees in the theory and practice of safe manual handling.

Objectives:
Upon completion of the course participants will be able to:
– Recognize a load, which is too awkward or heavy.
– Understand the limitations of the spine and the muscular system.
– Lift and handle loads safely

Course Content:
– Manual Handling Legislation.
– assessing the load.
– Danger of careless and unskilled methods.
– Principles of levers and law of motion.
– Anatomy of the spine and muscular system.
– how the body is harmed through incorrect handling techniques.
– Care of the spine.- How to handle loads safely.
– Practice in safe handling of loads.

Show Dog competitions are popular all over the world. Thousands of dog fanciers find enjoyment through show dog competitions. Obviously, these owners of show dogs are very proud of their dogs, and they just love showing them off and hopefully win the competition.  Show dog training requires  a combination of obedience training, and also presenting your dog to the judges-where it will be prodded and probed as it is examined by the judge. Your dog must meet the standards of its particular breed, which the judge’s are closely looking for, and also maintain a perfect posture while remaining  relaxed throughout the examination.

There are several different categories that the show dogs compete in. Each category is  based on the variety of breeds within them  and the types of activities those breeds are best skilled at. The seven different categories include: Sporting, Non-sporting, Hound, Terrier, Working, Herding and Toy. Besides have a terrific confirmation, each dog must impress the judges with its skills -whether it is working livestock in the case of the herding dogs, or performing an obstacle course for a working dog. Sporting dog, such as Labradors will be tested in field trials. As you can see, there is a niche for every breed of dog.

Here is a list of the various show dog categories. Check out which one best fits your dog.

Sporting Dogs – These types of dogs were bred for hunting  game birds-either on land or in the water. Breeds in this group include Retrievers, Spaniels, Pointers and Setters.

Hound Dogs – These types of dogs were bred for hunting  game by sight or scent.  Breeds of hound dogs  include:  Beagles, Bassets, Dachshunds and Greyhounds and many other hound varieties.

Working Dogs – These breeds of dogs were bred to guard property, pull a cart and even to  perform search and rescue services. Included in this group are such dogs as the Akita, Doberman, Boxers and St. Bernard breeds.

Terrier Dogs-Terriers are breeds that specialize in hunting and eliminating vermin from farms – Included in the Terrier group are dogs  such as the Airedale, Cairn Terrier and Scottish Terrier, Jack Russell terrier and many more.

Toy Breeds – These little dogs have been bred to be household companions. Included in the Toy group are Poodles, Pugs, Pomeranians, and Maltese.

Non-Sporting Dogs – This category is formed by a more diverse group of breeds, that come in a variety of sizes and shapes, and includes Bulldogs, Standard Poodles, Chows and Dalmatians. The dogs in this group are primarily companion dogs.

Herding Dogs – This category includes dogs such as the German shepherd dog, Collies, Australian Sheepdogs, Old English Sheepdogs, and more. These types of dogs were bred to help shepherds manage their flocks, Depending on the breed of dog you want to have, after you have thoroughly trained your dog you can enter him in a dog show in the category you would like him to compete in. Each dog breed falls within a certain category, so the dogs he competes against will have similar skill sets.

If you are interested in dog show competitions, get more familiar with what’s happening in your area. Check out your local Kennel Club to find out more about coming dog shows. You can meet and network with other show dog handlers to get some good advice getting started with show dog training for your dog.

For example, if your dog is a working dog, you will want to concentrate on that particular type of competition and what you will need to train your dog for his particular category’s competition. Watching and learning from an experienced dog handler will help  you will quickly learn the right way to go about the type of show dog training your dog needs.

Of course, you can’t really get involved with show dog training until you have already done a very thorough job of obedience training your dog. If you haven’t already fully obedience trained your dog, of course you will need to concentrate on that first of all.

Trouble can come at any time during a hike and expert hikers know this all too well. Someone from the department of the county sheriff who lived through plenty of California mountain wild nights said that anyone today interested in reading survival stories should start with those from the 19th century. Errors like accidentally going astray can be prevented by exercising good judgment while on the trail he said.

Proper arrangements have to be made if a trek into the woods and wild is to be successful. Apart from a flashlight plus a fire starter and a pocket knife hikes require taking along a map and compass on top of a pair of sunglasses and a first aid kit together with additional food and clothing as well as waterproof matches.

The situation might turn ugly so be ready for it. People who make unscheduled overnight stops in the woods should also arm themselves with a whistle as well as a space blanket and some signal mirrors for a source of light flashes from the sun advise search and rescue personnel.

Hiker status is communicated in a timely fashion using speed of light. Lost hikers have frequently had success alerting others of their location by flashing the flashbulbs on their cameras. While helpful with summoning assistance the sound of whistles may not be loud enough to be heard beyond the trees and water.

When problems crop up during a hike do not rely too much on a cellular phone to get you out as there is a good chance placing calls will be impossible especially in areas outside of the front country. Straying from the established trails or taking alternate routes is usually how hikers lose their way and is a leading cause of a search.

Territorial maps are not the easiest to read so if you do not know a lot about them sticking with the trails might be best. It would be a mistake to wander off when you are already lost and search and rescue staff say you increase your chances of being found by staying put in one spot. You may find the way back yourself but if you really want to be rescued quickly you will remain in your position so searchers can locate you easier.

Consider the acronym STOP say some experienced pros. When feeling lost and panicky just STOP. Focus and start THINKING of the last location wherein you did not feel lost.

Observe details that might provide clues to where you should be. Plan your next course of action. If you got lost in the evening then an overnight stay in the place might be in order.

Here the main goal is to stay dry and keep warm. You can bring out the space blanket for this situation but if you forgot yours the tree branches and leaves also provide comfort.

When possible eat something to avoid elevated core body temperature. The best advice for kids when lost is to not leave their spot and just put their arms around a tree while awaiting rescuers according to search and rescue pros.

A Dog Training Lesson

Are you looking for some dog training tips?  Perhaps you have some dog problems that you just can’t figure out how to handle.  Maybe you’re in the middle of training a puppy.  Training dogs can be frustrating and a lot of hard work, but it is so worthwhile.

I’m by no means an expert in dog training.  But through my many years on this earth I have always had dogs in my life.  Most of them have been rescue dogs.  I would suggest rescue dogs for anyone interested in getting a new dog.  It’s a wonderful feeling and you will never regret it.

Now, on to the purpose of this article and this short dog training course. Over the years I’ve tried many different dog  training techniques to deal with dog problems that I’ve encountered.  Many times with rescue dogs, especially older rescue dogs, they might have some bad habits that their previous owner just didn’t want to deal with.  Those are the dogs I love to take because they end up being so lovable and sweet once you deal with the dog problem.

One dog training technique that has been very successful for me has been something so simple and yet so effective.

What I do is take a small tin can and put a few pennies in it.  Sometimes I will have a few cans around the house so they are handy when I need them.

When your dog exhibits a behavior that is not welcomed, just give the can a shake and at the same time say “No!”  This catches the dog’s attention and startles them.  They don’t like the sound of the pennies in the can, and after doing this a few times, you’ll see  that the unwanted behavior stops.  So what you are doing is conditioning the dog  to know that when they do the unwanted behavior, they will hear this noise that they don’t like, and therefore after a few times they will stop the behavior.  After a few times, you won’t even have to use the can but only say “No!” and they will stop the unwanted behavior.

This is why I have a few cans around the house because you want them handy so you can shake the can immediately when the dog is doing the unwanted behavior. 

I’ve used this technique on a number of dog problems that I’ve had through the years.  It’s been especially helpful in stopping dogs from barking too much.  One of my dogs was a very yappy dog until I tried this technique.  After a few shakes of the can, he now does not bark all the time and is much more pleasant to be around.

Another dog problem I’ve handled with this technique is a disgusting behavior of eating their own feces.  I know, so disgusting.  Two of my dogs now have done this in the past and I was so happy when this technique worked for them.  I would have to watch them while they were outside for a few days and keep a window open.  Then when they started going toward their own feces with an eye to eating it, I would shake the can from the window and that was enough to stop them.  It only took a few times.

I hope you will try this technique and let me know if it works for you.  I think you will be pleasantly surprised.

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There are many type of dog training and many objectives, from basic obedience training to specialized areas including police dog, search and rescue, assistance to people with disabilities and entertainment.

Basic Obedience
This is the fundamental type of training in dogs and all dogs must have some form of obedience training. Basic obedience training makes life simple to your dog and eliminates confusion. Your dog will know his place in the world and understand right from wrong. Dogs seem to really appreciate and thrive on this black and white view of the world.

Entertainment
This form of training capitalizes on tricks to please an audience. They are excellent in resisting distractions coming from various people and even the environment. Some of the tricks being taught are standing, heeling, and moving objects. Training dog for show is hard work, but a lot of fun.

Police Dog
Police dogs were first used in 1899 by the Belgian police force. They serve and protect our communities’ daily, performing skills like protection, narcotics locating, and tracking criminal or missing persons. It takes special dogs and very special trainers to create productive policing teams. This is achieved through intensive and careful training.

Assistance to People with Disabilities
Many people who are blind, handicapped, or those with medical conditions take on the task of training their own assistance dogs. For some, this is the best option, because the dog can be trained to mitigate a disability specific to that particular person. Assistance dog training is quite expensive especially if one prefers a professionally trained and certified pet. One may also opt to take on the task of training them though.

Search and Rescue
A search and rescue dog is trained to locate that scent and help their handlers find people who are lost or missing. With great senses of smell, these types of dog find missing people through air scenting. This simply means tracking down people through their smell by sniffing through the air. Ground smelling may also be used.

Please also check out our other guide on Dog Agility Courses and Dog Agility Jumps.