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Safe Forklift Operation for General Industry

Forklifts cause thousands of injuries a year, usually from skipped basics. Learn pre-use inspection, safe load handling, stability and tip-over prevention, pedestrian awareness, and refueling — everything OSHA requires to operate. Get certified and cleared to drive.

$40USD · one-time payment · 2-year access

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25 lessons~1 hour · self-pacedCertificate valid 2 yearsMobile friendly
5.0· 3 student ratings · trusted by 1,200+ certified workers

What you'll learn

Introduction to Forklift Safety
Forklift Design and Controls
Pre-Operation Inspection and Maintenance
Safe Operating Practices
Load Handling and Stability
Pedestrian and Site Safety
Hazard Recognition and Emergency Response

Who this course is for

Forklift operatorsWarehouse & yard staffGeneral industry workers

Course content

8 modules · 25 lessons · lesson 1 free
1 · Introduction to Forklift Safety3 lessons
Why Forklift Safety MattersFree preview
Types of Forklifts and Their Uses
Roles and Responsibilities of Operators and Employers
2 · Forklift Design and Controls3 lessons
Basic Forklift Components
Understanding Load Capacity and Stability
Forklift Controls and Instrumentation Introduction
3 · Pre-Operation Inspection and Maintenance3 lessons
Daily Pre-Use Inspection Checklist
Identifying and Reporting Defects
Basic Maintenance Responsibilities
4 · Safe Operating Practices4 lessons
Starting, Steering, and Stopping Safely
Maneuvering in Different Work Environments
Operating on Ramps, Slopes, and Uneven Surfaces
Parking and Shutdown Procedures
5 · Load Handling and Stability3 lessons
Picking Up, Moving, and Placing Loads
Load Center, Weight Limits, and Balance
Stacking and Unstacking Loads Safely
6 · Pedestrian and Site Safety3 lessons
Working Around Pedestrians
Navigating Narrow Aisles and Shared Spaces
Signage, Mirrors, and Audible Warnings
7 · Hazard Recognition and Emergency Response3 lessons
Common Forklift Hazards
Responding to Tip-Over or Collision
Emergency Shutdown and Reporting Procedures
8 · Certification and Final Assessment3 lessons
Review of Key Concepts
Final Assessment Test
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Reviews

5.0· 3 student ratings for this course

The lesson was really simple and easy to follow.

Diamond Lingard

Needed the certificate for work and got it fast — signed up, went through the course, and had my cert the same day. No waiting around.

Siamen

Took the training online instead of driving out to a training facility. Same result, none of the travel — did it all from home.

Vadzim

Requirements

  • No prior experience required — suitable for all skill levels
  • A device with internet access (computer, tablet, or phone)
  • English language proficiency for EN version
Safe Forklift Operation for General Industry
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