OSHA Guidelines 1910.178 require that operators of Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) also known as forklifts must have formal training and be evaluated by their employer before they use a forklift on the job.

Because forklift incidents are always in the top 10 of OSHA violations, it is mandated. But a well trained and certified operator will be safe on the job.

Because OSHA 1910.178 does not specify how a formal training class can be taken, the Forklift School provides many options.

Classes can be done in person or online. We have training centers in some locations where new operators can learn to drive or get a certification class.

And because of our 20 years of experience and vast network of trainers, we can provide on site training classes at companies anywhere in the USA.

When your company selects an on-site class we not only come to your facility and perform the required operator safety class, our trainers also provide the operator evaluations for each type of lift in your location.

Train the Trainer classes are theory only and can be done easily on Zoom or at your facility.

OSHA 1910.178 does not specify how a formal training class can be taken. In person, or on line are both acceptable ways to get the formal training. You will have to review the site safety rules and pass a driving test at the employer before you are authorized to operate the lift on the job.

YES, many companies utilzie computer based training to comply with government regulations. The classes from the ForkliftSchool.com exceede the OSHA requirements and have been developed by forklift trainers with over 20 years of experience.

YES! since to be a "qualified person" or forklift trainer, you have to understand the safe operations, and be able to identify hazards. Trainers typically already have the experience necessary to train others. The online classes we offer can be computer based or instructor let via zoom. We also offer on site classes for companies that wish for site specific support.

YES, at the end of the online test you will receive a digital license that is also combined with an evaluation form. But in addition to the online form, theForkliftSchool.com provides a professional hard plastic license. Once you pass the test, you will be directed to an upload page where you can upload your photo for the license.

YES, you must be evaluated by your employer prior to being authorized at the facility. If you move to a new company, department or even lift type you will also need to be evaluated prior to starting work.

If you take the online class, you must have a qualified person at your company do the evaluation. If theForkliftSchool does the onsite training, evaluations will be included.

YES, we have trainers all over the country that can do training on site. There may be extra travel charges, depending on your location but the training counselor can help you with this when you call. We do not mark up travel and only charge our cost.

The cost of this training is variable, based on the lift type, the number of students, and whether it is on site or on line. Our friendly and experienced training counselors can help you to get the best deal for the exact class you need.

Under the OSHA 1910.178 Guidelines, PIT operators must be re-trained every 3 years. We follow this rule and put the date of class on the license with a note that it is good for 3 years.

Since OSHA Guidelines are a national standard, your forklift license is good in all 50 states. Some states have their own rules you may need to follow, so make sure you not only have our training information but that of your state OSHA.

NOTE: Most states follow the national guidelines.