Transportation & Logistics training

Forklift Operator Training

Start with the training the job requires: OSHA Forklift Safety Training. 4 hours, online, $59.99.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Training to become a forklift operator

OSHA requires every forklift operator to be trained and evaluated before operating a powered industrial truck on their own (29 CFR 1910.178).

The course below covers the formal classroom instruction. Your employer completes the hands-on practice and the workplace evaluation on the trucks you will use.

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OSHA Forklift Safety Training

Price$59.99 per learner
Length4 hours
LanguageEnglish and Spanish
RegulationFederal OSHA Regulations 29 CFR 1910.178 and 29 CFR 1926.602(d)
Course access3-month completion timeline, 1-year access to training materials.
Certificate validity36 months, before a refresher is required.

What you will learn

  • Recall the different classes and types of powered industrial trucks.
  • Recognize and understand potential hazards associated with forklift operation.
  • Gain knowledge of OSHA regulations related to forklift operation.
  • Enhance proficiency in performing pre-operation and operational inspections.
  • Understand basic maintenance tasks and responsibilities to keep the forklift in optimal working condition.
  • Summarize the safety protocols for fueling and refueling, changing batteries, and charging and handling batteries following industry standards.

Provided by HAZWOPER-OSHA.com (Industrial Certified Training, LLC), our affiliated training provider. Buying here enrolls you directly in the provider’s online learning platform, and your login is emailed to you.

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Forklift Operator training FAQ

What training do I need to become a forklift operator?

OSHA requires every forklift operator to be trained and evaluated before operating a powered industrial truck on their own (29 CFR 1910.178). No formal education is required. Operators must be at least 18 under federal child labor rules, and OSHA requires employer-provided training (classroom and hands-on) plus a performance evaluation before operating independently.

How much does Forklift Operator Training cost?

$59.99 per learner, with volume pricing from 2 learners. It takes about 4 hours and is completed online.

How do I get started after buying?

Your login details are emailed as soon as checkout is complete, and you can start right away at your own pace.

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