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Forklift Operator

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Description

Our forklift safety course training satisfies the OSHA requirements for classroom training for forklift operators in industrial, transportation, and warehouse industries. Forklifts and other powered industrial trucks are a necessity for many companies. They are powerful tools that can save your company time and money. The qualities that make them useful also make them dangerous for both forklift drivers and the workers that perform duties in their vicinity. Most of these incidents can be prevented with proper training and retraining employees when necessary. This training program will highlight different areas of forklift safety rules and operation in general industry settings. It is imperative that employees fully understand all aspects of forklift operations, the different circumstances and situations regarding their work environment, and the exact type of forklift trucks they will be using.

Certifying Organization

National Safety Council

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Details

If significant education or training is needed? Unknown
If significant work experience is needed? Unknown
Is an exam required? Yes
How many years until certification must be renewed? 1 year(s)
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes
Certification can be renewed with re-examination? No
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? No
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No

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