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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.
25 lessons
~1 hour · self-paced
Certificate valid 2 years
Mobile friendly
Trusted by 1,200+ certified workers across the US
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 Is This Course For
Forklift operators
Warehouse & yard staff
General industry workers
Course Content
8 modules · 25 lessons1Introduction to Forklift Safety3 lessons
1Why Forklift Safety Matters
2Types of Forklifts and Their Uses
3Roles and Responsibilities of Operators and Employers
2Forklift Design and Controls3 lessons
1Basic Forklift Components
2Understanding Load Capacity and Stability
3Forklift Controls and Instrumentation Introduction
3Pre-Operation Inspection and Maintenance3 lessons
1Daily Pre-Use Inspection Checklist
2Identifying and Reporting Defects
3Basic Maintenance Responsibilities
4Safe Operating Practices4 lessons
1Starting, Steering, and Stopping Safely
2Maneuvering in Different Work Environments
3Operating on Ramps, Slopes, and Uneven Surfaces
4Parking and Shutdown Procedures
5Load Handling and Stability3 lessons
1Picking Up, Moving, and Placing Loads
2Load Center, Weight Limits, and Balance
3Stacking and Unstacking Loads Safely
6Pedestrian and Site Safety3 lessons
1Working Around Pedestrians
2Navigating Narrow Aisles and Shared Spaces
3Signage, Mirrors, and Audible Warnings
7Hazard Recognition and Emergency Response3 lessons
1Common Forklift Hazards
2Responding to Tip-Over or Collision
3Emergency Shutdown and Reporting Procedures
8Certification and Final Assessment3 lessons
1Review of Key Concepts
2Final Assessment Test
3Certificate
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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
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