Forklift Training

Forklifts are powered industrial trucks used mostly in factories and warehouses to stack, move and lift materials. Not everyone can operate one. Driving a forklift is a job that requires training and licensing or certification by federal government organizations such as OSHA. There are many things you have to learn in forklift... more »

Safety has become an important part of industrial and manufacturing jobs as employers, industry and the government have worked hard to lower the number of injuries and deaths that occur. With more than 95,000 forklift accidents each year, forklift training has become a federal requirement by the Occupational Safety and Health... more »

Forklifts--vehicles used to lift and carry heavy loads--are common sights in a variety of industries such as retail and shipping. Employers generally provide training and certify their employees for forklift usage. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) oversees the certification process by insisting upon minimum... more »

Forklifts, officially referred to as powered industrial trucks, are vehicles used to lift and carry heavy items such as pallets and crates. Because employers are required to provide their own forklift training programs, there is not a single set of rules to refer to. However, the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA)... more »

An industrial powered lift truck, otherwise known as a forklift, is a vital industrial tool. When used properly by trained operators, the forklift is a valuable and indispensable piece of equipment. When used improperly, however, it can be hazardous to both personnel and products. more »