The Forklift Instructor Package is a complete in-house training solution designed for employers who want to deliver compliant forklift training internally, without relying on third-party training providers.
In addition to the Forklift Instructor & Evaluator Online Certification Program, this package includes ready-to-use instructor presentations, quizzes, certificate templates, and administrative resources that support real-world training delivery.
Whether you’re training workers, contractors, or temporary employees, this package allows your internal trainers to deliver standardized, repeatable training aligned with OSHA, ANSI, and CSA expectations, while maintaining full control over scheduling, delivery, and recordkeeping.
The following forklift classes are covered in the training:
Class 1: Electric Motor Rider Trucks
Class 2: Electric Motor Narrow Aisle Truck
Class 3: Electric Motor Hand or Hand/Rider Trucks (Pallet Jacks)
Class 4: Internal Combustion Engine Trucks (Solid/Cushion Tires)
Class 5: Internal Combustion Engine Trucks (Pneumatic Tires)
Class 7: Rough Terrain Forklift Trucks
Aligned with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178, ANSI B56.1, and CSA B335-25, the forklift trainer & evaluator online certification program is organized into clear sections that cover both classroom instruction and hands-on evaluation of forklift operators.
Part 1: 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: The Adult Learner
- Adult Learner Introduction
- Learning Styles
- Representational Systems
- Alternate Learning Styles
- Module Quiz
Part 3: Being a Trainer
- Trainer Roles and Responsibilities
- Your Attitude
- Your Knowledge
- Your Skills
- Professionalism and Poise
- Facilitating vs. Presenting
- Module Quiz
Part 4: Training Methodology and Design
- Training Methods
- Group Training Methods
- Individual Training Methods
- Buying vs. Creating Training Materials
- Module Quiz
Part 5: 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: 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 and included instructor materials are 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
