Forklift Operator
This 1-day course provides OSHA-compliant forklift training and certification for safe operation.
Forklift Certification Course Overview:
OSHA mandates that all personnel must be certified to operate a forklift, and most employers nationwide require prior training or certification for forklift operators. With the growing demand for trucking and warehousing services in Idaho, this course can help you meet OSHA standards and secure the job you want.
This 1-day certification course combines classroom instruction with hands-on training, offering a practical assessment for both new and experienced forklift operators. Participants will learn to operate forklifts safely and efficiently, culminating in a written theory exam and a practical evaluation.
Course Benefits and Credentials:
- Achieve Authorized Operator Status, legally permitting forklift operation on the job.
- Receive a comprehensive training workbook with detailed notes for use during the course and on the job site.
- Earn a Certification of Completion issued by CSI Workforce Development and Training.
- Obtain a Forklift Operator Industry Certification, valid for three years across the United States.
Eligibility Criteria
Forklift Driver Career Overview: Wages, Growth, and Demand
- Average Annual Wage for Forklift Drivers:
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS): $44,470 (median, May 2023)
- Indeed: $36,341
- Glassdoor: $42,052
- Projected Job Growth (2023–2033):
- BLS: 3% (about as fast as the average for all occupations)
- Demand Level:
- Approximately 85,500 job openings per year, driven by worker replacements and transitions.
- Summary:
- Average wages for forklift drivers range from $36,000 to $44,000 annually.
- Job growth is steady but moderate at 3% over the next decade.
- Demand remains consistent, with significant openings annually.
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for new drivers, those with limited experience, or individuals without certification.
Course Topics and Objectives:
- OSHA requirements for forklift operators
- Proper procedures for conducting a forklift inspection
- Identifying operator and pedestrian hazards
- Understanding the dynamics of tip-overs
- Techniques for steering and maneuvering
- Operation of electrical and engine-powered counterbalanced vertical mast forklifts (standard warehouse style)
- Safe operating procedures and essential maintenance practices
- Preparing to perform proficiently as a forklift operator during hands-on training
Explore Your Career Options
If you are interested in learning about career opportunities in the Magic Valley take a look below.
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Instructor Bio
Forklift Certification Course Overview:
OSHA mandates that all personnel must be certified to operate a forklift, and most employers nationwide require prior training or certification for forklift operators. With the growing demand for trucking and warehousing services in Idaho, this course can help you meet OSHA standards and secure the job you want.
This 1-day certification course combines classroom instruction with hands-on training, offering a practical assessment for both new and experienced forklift operators. Participants will learn to operate forklifts safely and efficiently, culminating in a written theory exam and a practical evaluation.
Course Benefits and Credentials:
- Achieve Authorized Operator Status, legally permitting forklift operation on the job.
- Receive a comprehensive training workbook with detailed notes for use during the course and on the job site.
- Earn a Certification of Completion issued by CSI Workforce Development and Training.
- Obtain a Forklift Operator Industry Certification, valid for three years across the United States.
Eligibility Criteria
Forklift Driver Career Overview: Wages, Growth, and Demand
- Average Annual Wage for Forklift Drivers:
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS): $44,470 (median, May 2023)
- Indeed: $36,341
- Glassdoor: $42,052
- Projected Job Growth (2023–2033):
- BLS: 3% (about as fast as the average for all occupations)
- Demand Level:
- Approximately 85,500 job openings per year, driven by worker replacements and transitions.
- Summary:
- Average wages for forklift drivers range from $36,000 to $44,000 annually.
- Job growth is steady but moderate at 3% over the next decade.
- Demand remains consistent, with significant openings annually.
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for new drivers, those with limited experience, or individuals without certification.
Course Topics and Objectives:
- OSHA requirements for forklift operators
- Proper procedures for conducting a forklift inspection
- Identifying operator and pedestrian hazards
- Understanding the dynamics of tip-overs
- Techniques for steering and maneuvering
- Operation of electrical and engine-powered counterbalanced vertical mast forklifts (standard warehouse style)
- Safe operating procedures and essential maintenance practices
- Preparing to perform proficiently as a forklift operator during hands-on training
Explore Your Career Options
If you are interested in learning about career opportunities in the Magic Valley take a look below.
If you are interested in learning more about our Work-Based Learning Center resources explore your options below.
Instructor Bio
Forklift Certification Course Overview:
OSHA mandates that all personnel must be certified to operate a forklift, and most employers nationwide require prior training or certification for forklift operators. With the growing demand for trucking and warehousing services in Idaho, this course can help you meet OSHA standards and secure the job you want.
This 1-day certification course combines classroom instruction with hands-on training, offering a practical assessment for both new and experienced forklift operators. Participants will learn to operate forklifts safely and efficiently, culminating in a written theory exam and a practical evaluation.
Course Benefits and Credentials:
- Achieve Authorized Operator Status, legally permitting forklift operation on the job.
- Receive a comprehensive training workbook with detailed notes for use during the course and on the job site.
- Earn a Certification of Completion issued by CSI Workforce Development and Training.
- Obtain a Forklift Operator Industry Certification, valid for three years across the United States.
Eligibility Criteria
Forklift Driver Career Overview: Wages, Growth, and Demand
- Average Annual Wage for Forklift Drivers:
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS): $44,470 (median, May 2023)
- Indeed: $36,341
- Glassdoor: $42,052
- Projected Job Growth (2023–2033):
- BLS: 3% (about as fast as the average for all occupations)
- Demand Level:
- Approximately 85,500 job openings per year, driven by worker replacements and transitions.
- Summary:
- Average wages for forklift drivers range from $36,000 to $44,000 annually.
- Job growth is steady but moderate at 3% over the next decade.
- Demand remains consistent, with significant openings annually.
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for new drivers, those with limited experience, or individuals without certification.
Course Topics and Objectives:
- OSHA requirements for forklift operators
- Proper procedures for conducting a forklift inspection
- Identifying operator and pedestrian hazards
- Understanding the dynamics of tip-overs
- Techniques for steering and maneuvering
- Operation of electrical and engine-powered counterbalanced vertical mast forklifts (standard warehouse style)
- Safe operating procedures and essential maintenance practices
- Preparing to perform proficiently as a forklift operator during hands-on training
Explore Your Career Options
If you are interested in learning about career opportunities in the Magic Valley take a look below.
If you are interested in learning more about our Work-Based Learning Center resources explore your options below.