Forklift Training
Forklift Operator Training – Make a Difference in Workplace Safety
Safety is your top priority, isn’t it? Training is the key to maintaining safety across the facility. When it’s time for your team’s training, bring them to Cromer’s training partner, Forklift Training Systems.
Get Your Operator Training from 25-Year Training Experts
For more than 25 years, Forklift Training Systems has provided industry-leading and OSHA-compliant safety training across the U.S. The programs serve operators & trainers of powered industrial trucks, mobile elevating work platforms, and yard trucks/spotters.
Experienced class instructors provide a combination of hands-on learning and classroom education at their training facilities, remotely via Zoom/Microsoft Teams, or at customer locations.
Advantages of Training with Forklift Training Systems
- OSHA-Compliant Training Programs
- Virtual & In-Person Training Options
- Customized Programs to Operator Experience Level, For Engaging Everyone
- Experienced Instructors at all Training Locations
- Post-Training Support & Documentation Provided for All Customers
- Satisfy Safety & Compliance Audits
Available Training Classes
Forklift Operator Training
This 5–8-hour class ensures operators meet the OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178 standard. Instructors cover forklift fundamentals, operator skills and responsibilities, pedestrian safety, hazard recognition, legal liability, and more. Operators learn through classroom instruction, written testing, and hands-on evaluations completed on customer’s forklifts at their facility (per OSHA requirements).
Mobile Elevating Work Platform Operator (MEWP) Training
5–8-hour class to ensure that operators meet both ANSI and OSHA training requirements. Areas of training include operator skills and responsibilities, MEWP fundamentals, review of components and controls, proper operation, and inspection requirements. Operators learn through classroom instruction, written testing, and hands-on evaluations completed on customer’s equipment at their facility (per OSHA requirements).
Forklift Train-the-Trainer
A 2-day class for safety professionals, supervisors, or anyone who trains forklift operators. It covers the required training elements as part of OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178 standard, which requires trainers to have the knowledge, training, and experience to train operators and evaluate their competency. Trainers will learn how to conduct required training, identify core characteristics of a successful training class, evaluate performance in the workplace, and emphasize changing operator behavior.
Mobile Elevating Work Platform Train-the-Trainer
A 1-day class for safety professionals, supervisors, and anyone who trains MEWP operators. It covers the required training elements for trainers as part of OSHA and ANSI standards, which requires trainers to have the knowledge, training, and experience to train operators and evaluate their competency. Trainers will learn how to conduct required training, identify core characteristics of a successful training class, evaluate performance in the workplace, and emphasize changing operator behavior.
OSHA 10 & 30 Outreach (General Industry)
Two classes (10: 1.5-day; 30: 4-day) developed by OSHA to provide important safety information on fundamental OSHA standards. Taught by an OSHA Authorized General Industry trainer. Every worker, regardless of experience, can benefit from this basic safety class. Classes held at customer locations only. Custom group classes available upon request.
Other Training Classes
- Mobile Cranes (General Industry)
- Fixed Overhead Cranes and Rigging (Remote/ Pendant Controlled)
- Fixed Overhead Cranes and Rigging (Cab Mounted Cranes)
- Hazard Communication
- Lockout/Tag out (LOTO)
- Fall Protection
- Machine Guarding
- Ladders and Stairways
- Confined Space Entry
- Supervisor Liability
Why Forklift Safety Training Matters
- Meets OSHA Requirements. Avoid fines by complying with The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Section 1910.178.
- Reduces accidents. Proper training can help reduce costly and sometimes fatal accidents.
- Improved Behavior. Focusing on improved safety behaviors keeps your operations efficient, your team motivated, and safety practices strong.
Book your Forklift Safety Training today!
Call 614-583-5749 or email info@forklifttrainingsystems.com
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