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OSHA Forklift Certification Training Course

Comprehensive OSHA forklift certification training covering 29 CFR 1910.178 standards, operator training, equipment inspection.

Main Service Location

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Course Title

OSHA Forklift Certification

Course Duration

1 Day

Training Delivery Method

Classroom (Instructor-Led) or Online (Instructor-Led)

Assessment Criteria

Knowledge and Practical Assessment

Service Category

Training, assessment, and certification services.

Service Coverage

In Tamkene Training Center or On-Site: Covering Saudi Arabia (Dammam - Khobar - Dhahran - Jubail - Riyadh - Jeddah - Tabuk - Madinah - NEOM - Qassim - Makkah - Any City in Saudi Arabia) - MENA Region

Course Average Passing Rate

98%

Post Training Reporting 

Post Training Report + Candidate(s) Training Evaluation Forms

Certificate of Successful Completion

Certification from OSHAcademy is provided upon successful completion. The certificate can be verified through a QR-Code system or by the following link: https://app.oshacademy-atp.com/verify/

Certification Provider

OSHAcademy

Certificate Validity

3 Years (Extendable)

Instructors Languages

English / Arabic / Urdu / Hindi

Interactive Learning Methods

3 Years (Extendable)

Training Services Design Methodology

ADDIE Training Design Methodology

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Course Outline

  • Forklift Operation Fundamentals

  • OSHA Powered Industrial Truck Standards

  • Forklift Types and Classifications

  • Counterbalance Forklifts

  • Reach Trucks and Order Pickers

  • Pallet Jacks and Walkie Stackers

  • Rough Terrain Forklifts

  • Warehouse and Industrial Trucks

  • Pre-Operation Inspection Procedures

  • Daily Equipment Checks

  • Safety Systems Verification

  • Fluid Levels and Maintenance

  • Load Handling Fundamentals

  • Load Capacity and Stability

  • Center of Gravity Principles

  • Load Positioning and Securing

  • Operating Controls and Functions

  • Steering and Maneuvering

  • Lifting and Lowering Operations

  • Traveling and Positioning

  • Safe Operating Practices

  • Speed Control and Visibility

  • Ramp and Incline Operations

  • Loading Dock Procedures

  • Narrow Aisle Operations

  • Outdoor and Weather Considerations

  • Pedestrian Safety Awareness

  • Traffic Control and Right-of-Way

  • Blind Spot Recognition

  • Communication and Signaling

  • Fuel Handling and Battery Safety

  • Propane Tank Procedures

  • Battery Charging Safety

  • Personal Protective Equipment

  • Operator Training Requirements

  • Certification and Evaluation

  • Refresher Training Procedures

  • Incident Prevention and Response

  • Emergency Procedures

Targeted Audience

  • Forklift operators seeking OSHA certification

  • Warehouse personnel operating powered industrial trucks

  • Material handling workers using lift equipment

  • New employees requiring forklift training

  • Experienced operators needing recertification

  • Supervisors overseeing forklift operations

  • Safety professionals managing forklift programs

  • Training coordinators developing operator certification programs

Knowledge Assessment

OSHAcademy Knowledge Assessment

Key Learning Objectives

  • Understand fundamental forklift operation principles and OSHA requirements

  • Identify and control hazards associated with powered industrial truck operations

  • Implement effective pre-operation inspection and maintenance procedures

  • Apply proper load handling and stability principles

  • Develop safe operating practices for various workplace conditions

  • Establish pedestrian safety and traffic control awareness

  • Create emergency response procedures for forklift incidents

  • Implement comprehensive forklift safety compliance and performance monitoring

Course Overview

This comprehensive OSHA Forklift Certification training course provides participants with essential knowledge and practical skills required for safe operation of powered industrial trucks in workplace environments. The course covers fundamental forklift operation principles along with advanced techniques for equipment inspection, load handling, and safety compliance.


Participants will learn to apply OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178 standards and industry best practices including ANSI/ITSDF B56.1 to operate forklifts safely and ensure regulatory compliance. This course combines theoretical concepts with practical applications and real-world case studies to ensure participants gain valuable skills applicable to their professional environment while emphasizing operational safety and equipment proficiency.

Practical Assessment

OSHAcademy Practical Assessment

Why Choose This Course?

  • Comprehensive coverage of OSHA forklift safety requirements and ANSI standards for powered industrial trucks

  • Integration of forklift operation principles with practical safety implementation and compliance strategies

  • Focus on real-world applications with warehouse and industrial forklift operation case studies

  • Hands-on exercises with actual forklift equipment and safety assessment procedures

  • Exposure to advanced forklift safety technologies and monitoring systems

  • Emphasis on practical operator skills development with immediate workplace application

  • Opportunity to learn from forklift incident case studies and prevention methodologies

  • Development of critical forklift operation skills for safe and efficient material handling operations

Note: This course outline, including specific topics, modules, and duration, can be customized based on the specific needs and requirements of the client.

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