Forklift Operator Training & Certification

Classroom Session Topics:

• Occupational Safety and Health Act

• Components of a forklift (Lift Truck)

• Design characteristics of a forklift

• Safety equipment

• Battery power and forklifts

• Operating controls

• Data plates and decals

• Proper handling of fuels

• How to handle emergencies

• Handling loads

• Fundamentals of forklift operation

Practical Session:

• Review and conduct an "Operators' Daily Pre-Shift Inspection" checklist.

• Operating Evaluation based on good and safe operating techniques.

Further Course Information:

• Once the course is successfully completed, Province Wide Safety Training Ltd will issue a diploma and wallet sized certificate to the operator on behalf of your company to be signed by the employer.

• This course covers all Class of Forklift from I to VII (Including electric pallet jacks and rough terrain forklifts)

• Forklift Operator testing will be done on the equipment used at your workplace, this is required by Manitoba Workplace Safety & Health in order for your operators to properly be trained and certified for your company.

• Minimum class size is 4 for onsite training, or we can add your employees to a list for the next available course. 

• Certification is valid for 3 years.