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Frequently Asked Questions
While employers are responsible for providing workplace-specific training and a practical evaluation for operators, candidates with an up-to-date certificate from a reputable forklift training provider can have a significant advantage over other applicants.
Picture this: two candidates are nearly 100 percent equal, except only one has a forklift certification.
Who would an employer pick? The certified candidate, of course!
Having a certificate showing that you’ve completed the general training in advance makes you more desirable than another applicant who hasn’t.
This is because this portion of the training is the most disruptive to operations for an employer. If you’ve already completed this, you’re likely saving the employer 4 – 8 hours of training time and any other disruptions and indirect costs related to training.
It also shows the prospective employers that you’ve taken the initiative and are interested in your personal growth and professional development.
This is a highly desirable trait in a job applicant, especially in today’s job market. It will put you ahead of other candidates who don’t show this same drive.
Yes. Our forklift training exceeds OSHA’s knowledge component requirements under 29 CFR 1910.178 and aligns with ANSI and CSA forklift standards.
OSHA also requires workplace and equipment-specific training to ensure operators are fully competent in their job environment. This hands-on portion must be completed by employers and includes:
✅ Practical evaluation of forklift operation in the specific workplace
✅ Site-specific training on hazards and safety measures
✅ Familiarization with specific equipment if applicable
Our Forklift Operator Online Certification provides the formal training and exam required by OSHA, while employers finalize the certification through the practical evaluation.
OSHA requires that all forklift operators in the United States be certified by receiving training and then being evaluated by their employers to ensure they are competent to safely operate forklifts in their work environment. Canadian law requires the same and mostly cites the CSA standard, which our training has been designed with.
The forklift certification cost with WorkplaceSafety.com is extremely affordable and much less than live training centers. Our trusted and recognized OSHA forklift certification is just $59. This includes all classes of powered industrial trucks, including sit-down, narrow aisle, pallet jacks, telehandlers, and more.
Certifying your forklift operators with WorkplaceSafety.com is fast, simple, and OSHA-compliant. Here’s how it works:
1️⃣ Buy Registrations & Assign Training – Add registrations to your cart, complete the secure checkout, and assign training to your operators.
2️⃣ Operators Complete Online Training – Operators complete the training at their own pace at the most convenient time without disrupting operations. You can track their progress, view training reports, and print certificates as they complete the course.
3️⃣Conduct Practical Evaluation – Have a manager, supervisors, or even experienced operator complete the practical evaluation using the included proactical evaluation checklist.
With WorkplaceSafety.com, you can train multiple operators, track progress, and ensure OSHA compliance—all in one place.
The forklift certification and training course takes approximately 1 – 3 hours to complete. The course is self-paced, so this time can vary. Experienced operators typically can complete the course faster than newer operators.
To operate a forklift in the United States and Canada, operators need to complete forklift training that aligns with the legislative requirements and forklift standards (OSHA, ANSI, CSA).
This includes completing a forklift training program that covers forklift fundamentals, safety, and legislation. This training can be completed via online forklift training or in a classroom setting.
Then, the forklift operator must receive workplace and equipment-specific training on their specific equipment from the employer they will be working for. The employer must also complete a practical evaluation to confirm the operator can safely operate the equipment they’ve been trained on.
To get forklift certified, you must complete OSHA-compliant training that includes both formal instruction and a hands-on evaluation.
Here’s how the process works:
1️⃣ Complete the Online Training – Enroll in our Forklift Operator Online Certification, where you’ll learn safe operation, workplace hazards, and OSHA regulations at your own pace.
2️⃣ Pass the Knowledge Test – Take the forklift tests to demonstrate your understanding of forklift safety and compliance requirements.
3️⃣ Download Your Certificate – Once you pass the exam, you can instantly download your forklift training certificate as proof of completion.
4️⃣ Get Evaluated by Your Employer – OSHA requires a practical evaluation in your workplace. A qualified trainer/evaluator must observe you operating a forklift to confirm your competency.
Our Forklift Operator Online Certification makes it easy to complete the required training 100% online, helping workers and employers stay compliant with OSHA standards while streamlining the certification process.
The Forklift certification is valid for three years. This aligned with OSHA, ANSI, CSA, and industry best-practices.
However, OSHA also requires refresher training and recertification before the three-year mark in the following cases:
✅ Involvement in an accident or near-miss
✅ Observed operating a forklift unsafely
✅ Failing an evaluation of forklift operation
✅ Operating a different type of forklift than previously certified for
✅ Workplace conditions change, affecting forklift operation
Once certification expires or a refresher is required, operators must complete new training and an evaluation to stay compliant.
Our Forklift Operator Online Certification provides a quick and convenient way to renew your certification.
No, OSHA does not require a driver’s license to operate a forklift. However, OSHA does require that all forklift operators complete proper training and certification under 29 CFR 1910.178(l) before using a forklift in the workplace.
While a driver’s license is not a federal requirement, employers can set their own policies and may require operators to hold a valid state-issued driver’s license.
Yes! We offer volume discounts that can be substantial when purchasing multiple registraions. You can view the discount tiers at the top of this page.
Volume discounts are applied automatically when adding products to the shopping cart. This means that you can get an exact quote for what you’re purchasing by simply adding the number of registrations that you need to the shopping cart 🙂
You can start assigning training immediately after signing up and making the purchase through our secure checkout form. The whole process literally takes only a few minutes.
Your workers will receive an email advising that they’ve been assigned the training, as well as login credentials and a link to the site. They can start their training immediately.
Nope. We offer an option to assign the training even if your workers do not have their own individual email addresses.
We do not send certificates in the mail. After successfully completing an online course, learners are given instant access to certificates in PDF format. Certificates can be instantly viewed, downloaded, and printed as required.
You can start your online training course immediately after signing up and making the purchase through our secure checkout form. The whole process literally takes only a few minutes.
Yes! We want you to be completely satisfied and we’re very confident that you will be. If for some reason you’re not satisfied, full refunds will be offered for up to 15 days after your purchase or until you complete your course and are issued a certificate.
