Is forklift spelled “forklift” or “fork lift” auto correct didn’t correct it so I guess you can go either way.  Regardless, did you know forklift drivers must be trained and certified to operate a forklift at your brewery?  Also, according the OSHA Powered Industrial Trucks standard, an evaluation of the forklift driver’s performance shall be conducted at least once every three years.  Therefore, the license/permit must be renewed every three years.  Feeling a bit overwhelmed?

To start tackling this issue, ask your forklift vendor if they will conduct the practical portion of the training on the particular forktruck type you have at your facility.  For the formal portion of the training, OSHA has eTools for powered industrial trucks your competent trainer can use to train your folks.  Also, keep good training records with reminders set when the three year renewal will be coming up for your driver.

To refer to the OSHA Powered Industrial Truck standard, go to: https://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owadisp.show_document?p_table=STANDARDS&p_id=9828

OSHA Powered Industrial Truck eTools: https://www.osha.gov/SLTC/etools/pit/index.html

Driver’s Course example (make it fun!):

Click to access pit_drivers_safety_training.pdf

Cheers!