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OSHA Forklift Certification
& Online Training
Required by Federal Law for forklift operators in the U.S.
Certify yourself or your employees.
If you are seeking a job as forklift operator, an employer who needs to certify multiple operators, or you need a certification renewal, the National Forklift Foundation offers the training necessary to ensure compliance & help promote a safer workplace.
- Valid & accepted in all 50 U.S. States
- 2020 - OSHA Compliance
- 100% Online Training & Licensing
- U.S. Employer Acceptance - Guaranteed
- Instantly Download & Print Certification
- Approx. 1-Hour Completion Time
- Self-Paced Training & Exam
Learn on any device.
At your own pace.
After you register, login at your convenience to study the material on any device. When you feel comfortable with the material, you can then take the certification exam. Take it as many times as you’d like until achieving a passing score.
I didn’t have any experience driving forklifts, but my wife signed me up for the training so I could start applying for jobs. Getting my cert was easier than I thought and I ended up getting a job pretty quickly afterwards operating forklifts at a construction company here in town.
Chuck D.
Forklift Operator - CT Construction
Toyota’s number one priority is safety. Managing a manufacturing campus of 10,000 employees, OSHA compliance is something we take very seriously. Mobile equipment safety is paramount, therefore we mandate forklift operators be competent and certified.
Kevin E.
Safety Manager - Toyota
Need Re-Certification?
The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 requires that Forklift Operators must complete the certification every 3 years. Also the Forklift Operator should receive a refresher course any time the operator is involved in a near missed accident or in an actual accident. Therefore, if you already have your certification and are looking to renew your forklift license you need to start the process again by creating an account and purchasing the training. However, it will be much shorter and easier for you to complete because you are have already been operating a forklift for some time. Please go here to begin your Forklift re-certification.
I Want To Be A Driver
and am seeking a job or need re-certification
By completing this online course you will receive your personal forklift certification & license that employers often require before getting hired as a forklift operator in the U.S. OSHA requires your provide copy of this certification to your future and/or current employer.
- OSHA Compliant - 2020
- 100% Online - Self Paced
- 100% Employer Acceptance Rate
- OSHA Compliant - Guranteed
How To
If you would like to receive a written certificate for forklift operation that you can present to a current or future employer. Simply enroll by clicking the button below and complete the online training and formal evaluation exam. The training can be taken at your own pace and the exam can be taken an unlimited amount of times. After completion, you will be able to conveniently print your certification at home.
I Am An Employer
and need to certify my operators.
OSHA standards require forklift training and certification for any employee who operates a powered industrial truck. If this is not implemented, OSHA can impose a $7,000 fine for each untrained operator (up to $70,000 fine for willful violations).
- 2020 - Updated OSHA Compliance
- Fast Completion ~ 1 Hour
- Easy To Certify Multiple Employees
- Minimize Liability & Mitigate Risk
How To
Getting your employees certified is easy. Simply select how many employees you would like to get certified & register. Afterwards, each employee will be able to login from their own computers, review the training material, and take the online certification exam. Afterwards each certification can be printed for your records.
FAQ's
Can I really operate a forklift after only completing this online course?
Yes. To apply for a job as a forklift operator, this course fulfills all requirements necessary. Once you have received your certificate, you will give it to your current or future employer and they will then administer the hands on training and sign your certificate as mandated by OSHA.
What are the requirements?
In order to start the process to become a forklift operator, you must:
- Be a U.S. Citizen
The requirements to complete certification include:
- Completing a formal instructional & educational training class that meets OSHA 1910.178 standards
- Completing a formal evaluation (online or in a classroom)
- Presenting the written records of certification to a future or current employer for sign-off & approval
This course satisfies all of the requirements mandated through the Occupational Safety Health Administration, and provides the written documentation needed to provide to an employer.
Do all forklift operators need to be certified? Why?
Yes, it is the law. The Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA 1910.178 (i)(6)) requires all forklift operators be certified before operating a lift truck or warehouse product.
The reason this is mandatory is to help reduce the number of injuries due to unsafe operation of equipment in the workplace.
Can I register now, but take the training later?
Yes, you take take the training at your own pace. You can also take as long as you need to pass the forklift certification final exam, and once you register can take it on whichever day is most convenient. Furthermore, you can also take as many tries as necessary for you to pass the Forklift Certification Institute exam
What type of equipment will I be certified to operate?
- High lift trucks
- Counterbalanced trucks
- Cantilevered trucks
- Rider trucks
- Forklift trucks
- High lift platform trucks
- Low lift trucks
- Low lift platform trucks
- Motorized hand trucks
- Pallet trucks
- Narrow aisle rider trucks
- Straddle trucks
- Reach rider trucks
- Single side loader rider trucks
- High lift order picker rider trucks
- Motorized hand/rider trucks
- Rough terrain trucks
Will a bad driving record affect my ability to get certified?
No, the certification program does not provide certification of the ability to drive. Instead we provide certification that our users possess to show sufficient understanding of how to properly operate a forklift. As a result, you can still earn your Forklift Operator Certificate even if you’ve made driving mistakes in the past.
Do I need a drivers license?
No. It is NOT a requirement under federal OSHA law to own a valid driver’s license to operate a forklift truck.
Are there different types of certificates for different forklift types?
While this written certification covers all of the different types of equipment mentioned above, it is still the responsibility of the employer to ensure that operators are trained and capable of operating the different brands & models of forklifts specific to each company.
How long is a certification good for?
It is required that operators get recertified every 3 years.
Where can I get additional information about OSHA standards?
For more information, contact your local or Regional OSHA office (listed in the telephone directory under United States Government – Department of Labor – Occupational Safety and Health Administration). OSHA also has a Home Page on the Internet.
