Training and Safety
Lift Truck Operator Training for Safety
Operator training must include knowledge of the truck and operational characteristics, application information, ability to recognize hazards and special situations, and how to avoid risks while being productive. Our “Productivity in Motion” operator training program addresses all of these needs and is available through your local Hyster dealer.
Operator training is imperative in promoting a safe work environment. Not only is operator training important to the safety of your employees, it’s required. OSHA regulations require specialized training and regular re-training for forklift operators, and remedial training for operators involved in accidents or near accidents.
In addition to operator training, pedestrians should understand operating characteristics of forklift trucks when working in their proximity and should understand and follow pedestrian rules that are established for their specific environment by their employers.
Operator and Pedestrian training are of utmost importance however, having specific documented workplace rules and enforcement of those rules is needed to reinforce lift truck safety. Every application and environment is unique. You and your employees, independent safety consultants, and your workers compensation specialists are all resources that can assist in developing appropriate rules that may help reduce or prevent the incidence of forklift/pedestrian accidents in your workplace.
To receive additional information on operator training, contact your local Hyster dealer.
The information provided here is general and is not meant to change any requirements under OSHA's Powered Industrial Truck Requirements.