The Forklift Instructor & Evaluator Online Training Program is intended for individuals who will be responsible for delivering forklift operator training, demonstrations, and practical evaluations within their organization, including:
- Safety managers or coordinators running training programs.
- Ops managers, supervisors, or team leads designated to train and evaluate forklift operators.
- Experienced operators responsible for conducting practical evaluations.
- Organizations qualifying multiple trainers and evaluators across one or more facilities.
- Employers establishing or expanding an internal forklift training program.
The program focuses on the instructional framework, knowledge, and evaluation responsibilities required of designated forklift trainers and evaluators, and is aligned with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178, ANSI B56.1, and CSA B335-25.
The following forklift classes are covered in the rogram:
Class 1:Â Electric Motor Rider Trucks
Class 2:Â Electric Motor Narrow Aisle Truck
Class 3: Electric Motor Hand or Hand/Rider Trucks (Pallet Jacks)
Class 4:Â Internal Combustion Engine Trucks (Solid/Cushion Tires)
Class 5:Â Internal Combustion Engine Trucks (Pneumatic Tires)
Class 7:Â Rough Terrain Forklift Trucks
Aligned with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178, ANSI B56.1, and CSA B335-25, the forklift trainer & evaluator online program is organized into clear sections that cover both classroom instruction and hands-on evaluation of forklift operators.
Part 1:Â Forklift Fundamentals
- Forklift Introduction and Overview
- Forklift Equipment, Anatomy, and Components
- Stability and Capacity
- General Operation and Safety
- Forklift Fueling and Recharging
- Quizzes
Part 2:Â The Adult Learner
- Adult Learner Introduction
- Learning Styles
- Representational Systems
- Alternate Learning Styles
- Module Quiz
Part 3:Â Being a Trainer
- Trainer Roles and Responsibilities
- Your Attitude
- Your Knowledge
- Your Skills
- Professionalism and Poise
- Facilitating vs. Presenting
- Module Quiz
Part 4:Â Training Methodology and Design
- Training Methods
- Group Training Methods
- Individual Training Methods
- Buying vs. Creating Training Materials
- Module Quiz
Part 5:Â Training Classes and Workshops
- Defining the Purpose of Your Training
- Defining Objectives
- Establishing Your Expertise
- Building Credibility
- Managing Time Effectively
- Dealing with Disruptive Participants
- Handling Difficult Personalities
- Summarizing Your Content
- Module Quiz
Part 6:Â Practical Evaluations
- Evaluating Your Forklift Operators
- Pre-Operational Requirements
- Post Start Up
- Pedestrians
- Traveling
- Load Handling
- Ramps, Docs, and Trailers
- Lifting Personnel
- Shutdown
- Refueling and Recharging
- Module Quiz
The forklift trainer & evaluator program is designed in alignment with the following forklift safety standards and regulatory requirements:
- OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178 – Powered Industrial Trucks
- ANSI B56.1 – Safety Standard for Low, High Lift Trucks
- CSA B335-25 – Safety Standard for Lift Trucks
Because employers are required to comply with these standards (OSHA and ANSI in the USA, and CSA in Canada), training and certifications that have been aligned with them are seen as more valuable than those that have not been.
Practical Training Component
It’s important to note that, in order to completely satisfy the operator training requirements of the standards, workplace and equipment-specific training must be completed by the employer, along with a practical evaluation.
These workplace training components cannot be completed by any third-party provider whether they offer online or live training. The reason for this is that each workplace is different and poses unique hazards. An employer is best suited to train workers on these unique circumstances that exist within their workplace and their specific equipment.
