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Power industrial trucks are used in many different industries and applications. This month's Inside Safety will discuss the regulatory training requirements for forklifts and other industrial trucks. For more information, check out our course offerings here. Keep reading for the latest powered industrial trucks information you can use in your own trainings.
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Forklift Safety Training
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Industrial Powered Trucks
Forklifts or industrial powered trucks are one of the most commonly used piece of equipment in the workplace. Warehouses, distribution centers, manufacturing and retail stores are among the many types of businesses that make regular use of forklifts. Because they are so common in the workplace, employees may feel that they do not need specific training if they have used a powered industrial truck previously.
Certification Under CCR T8 3668(b) & (f), refresher training and periodic evaluations are required. Operator evaluation is required every three years. To be in compliance, employers must insure that employees are authorized and trained in safe operations of all powered industrial trucks that they use for their job duties. Training Requirements Employers are required to provide training on powered industrial trucks before employees begin to perform work using a forklift. The training can only be performed by people who have the knowledge, training and experience to train operators. Training should be both classroom and hands-on with evaluations. In-house trainers can provide specific training and reduce costs when a facility has many operators.
Training Program Content Powered industrial truck operators should receive training on the proper and safe operations of all trucks they will use. Operators also need to receive training on how to use the equipment safely in their specific workplace environment. Forklift lift 'certification' is not only equipment specific, but is also site specific.
For more information Check out this month's safety toolbox for more resources about forklifts and all industrial powered trucks. There are also many Forklift Instructor training opportunities available at both our Sacramento Campus and our Inland Empire site. Sacramento 9/9 & 10/11 Forklift Operator 10/24-25 2-Day Express Instructor 10/26 Rough Terrain Upgrade
Claremont/Inland Empire 10/17-20 4-Day Forklift Instructor
To contact the Sacramento office, call (916) 366-7233 x 219 or email us at [email protected].
To contact the Claremont office, please call (909) 625-9650 or email [email protected].
We are always available to come to your job site to conduct trainings as well.
To see a full listing of all available mobile equipment trainings, view our class calendar on-line or visit the mobile equipment page here.
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Forklift Operator Tailgate Training
Current forklift trainers can always benefit from fresh training ideas. Below are some resources to make your next training make a lasting impression.
Video of the Month
F19: Forklift Driving Skills
Covers driver safety, potential accident areas and how to prevent accidents. Emphasizes speed as the most common cause of forklift accidents.
VHS & DVD. 6.5 min.
If you would like more information about renting safety training videos or would like the most current catalog, please contact our librarian at (800) 825-7262 x 250 or by email.
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