Forklift Training Courses

Our OSHA Forklift Operator safety training course is designed to assist companies achieve compliance with the current safety training requirements found in Materials Handling and Storage, 29 CFR 1910.178, Title, Powered Industrial Trucks.

This formal forklift operator training is intended to cover the general forklift safety rules and regulations for all types and classifications of Powered Industrial Trucks.

Powered Industrial Truck Operator Course

Omega Safety Training’s Forklift Operator safety training course is designed to meet the safety training requirements set by OSHA standards for Powered Industrial Trucks.

The curriculum comprehensively explores safety protocols and regulatory guidelines for operating various types and classifications of forklifts along with Powered Industrial Truck specific safe practices.

With 7 different PIT classifications our qualified instructor will focus specifically on the classifications and workplace relevant topics that students are likely to experience. This will further ensure the training your staff receives complies with applicable standards.

The main objective of this training is to equip individuals with the proficiency and competence required to become a qualified and authorized powered industrial truck operator.

Possessing the needed forklift training and certification of course completion indicates that the individual has acquired the necessary knowledge and mastered the intricate skills essential for operating Powered Industrial Trucks, in a manner that embodies the highest standards of safety and professionalism.

Benefits Of Our Training

Enrolling in our Forklift Operator Training safety training course offers the following advantages for both employers and employees:

• Enhanced Safety: Our qualified forklift operator safety training equips operators with the knowledge and skills needed to operate forklifts safely.
• Compliance: We ensure that participants receive formal and hands-on training compliant with applicable requirements. Which helps keep your organization compliant with regulations and avoid potential fines.
• Improved Efficiency: Qualified operators are more proficient in their roles, increasing productivity and reducing material handling costs.
• Lower Risk: Reduced accidents and damage mean lower insurance premiums and decreased liability for your business.
• Career Advancement: Employees who complete our qualified forklift operator safety training are better positioned for career growth and material handling and logistics opportunities.
• Confidence: Our comprehensive course instills confidence in qualified forklift operators, allowing them to handle equipment competently and professionally.
• Peace of Mind: Employers can enjoy peace of mind knowing their qualified forklift operators are well-trained and capable of handling the equipment safely.

Course Topics Covered

4-Hour Formal Classroom Session: This includes classroom instruction tailored to the student’s equipment classification and workplace. Participants in the session will learn about the following items and much more.

• Powered Industrial Truck Knowledge
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• Types of Powered Industrial Trucks

• Powered Industrial Truck Pre-Use Inspection

• Powered Industrial Truck Operation

• Powered Industrial Truck Safety

• Powered Industrial Truck Maintenance

• Powered Industrial Truck Refueling and Recharging

• Workplace conditions

• Pedestrian Safety

Forklift Operator Skills Assessment

Upon successfully completing the formal powered industrial truck training each participant will spend time with the specific classification of equipment they are intended to use in their workplace.

During this time the participants will learn how to complete a pre-use inspection following the manufactures pre-use inspection guidelines and/or company specific pre-use inspection forms.

Participants will then proceed to the hands-on operator assessment portion of the training for their final assessment. During this portion of the course the instructor evaluates the potential operator’s confidence and ability to safely operate the powered industrial truck through the designated course and workplace performing a series of maneuvers.

Maneuvers will include but are not limited to, exhibiting proper mounting, and dismounting, driving with and without a load both forward and in reverse through the designated course.

Driving up and down ramps as applicable with and without loads, using all control functions in various lifting situations, retrieving and depositing loads on racks systems at various levels.

Qualified Powered Industrial Truck Course Completion Certification

Participants that successfully complete all portions of the forklift operator training will receive both course completion certificate and wallet card.

This will identify the participant as a qualified operator but will still need to be authorized by the employer.

Information provided on these documents will include, course name, student name, instructor name, date of training and evaluation, date of expiration, and classification of PIT qualified on.