Event Details

Course Title: Forklift Train the Trainer

Meeting Date: This course will meet on 10/22 from 1:00PM to 5:00PM.

Course Description: 

The Forklift Train the Trainer program is designed to prepare qualified personnel to deliver effective, OSHA-compliant forklift operator training within their organizations. This comprehensive course equips participants with both the technical knowledge of forklift safety and the instructional skills necessary to teach and evaluate operators.

Through a mix of classroom instruction, discussions, and practical exercises, participants will learn how to design, deliver, and assess training that meets OSHA’s Powered Industrial Truck Standard (29 CFR 1910.178). Successful completion of this course authorizes participants to train and certify forklift operators in-house, helping organizations maintain compliance, reduce costs, and foster a stronger safety culture.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand OSHA requirements for forklift operator training and evaluation.

• Learn how to develop and deliver engaging forklift training programs.

• Gain techniques for evaluating operator performance through written and practical assessments.

• Identify common operator errors and apply corrective coaching methods.

• Build confidence in leading classroom sessions and hands-on training.

• Ensure organizational compliance while reducing accidents and liability risks.

Target Audience:

This course is ideal for:

• Safety Managers and Coordinators responsible for compliance and workforce training.

• Supervisors and Team Leads overseeing forklift operations.

• Experienced Forklift Operators selected by their employer to serve as trainers.

• HR and Training Professionals tasked with employee development and certification.

• Organizations seeking to conduct forklift training and certification in-house.

Why Attend?

• Become qualified to train and certify forklift operators within your company.

• Ensure OSHA compliance while reducing reliance on outside training providers.

• Gain confidence in both technical knowledge and instructional delivery.

• Strengthen your organization’s safety culture and reduce workplace incidents.

• Save time and money by building in-house training capability.