Forklift Operator Orientation For Supervisors

Powered industrial trucks are one of the most accident-prone tools in the workplace today. Accidents are quite common, but almost all of them are due to improper training and lack of skill, which is why thorough and hands-on training is critical to working safely.   How to Train OSHA requires training for all powered industrial truck operators every three years. As a supervisor, your goal is to provide the training needed to highlight hazards specific to your workplace, and the evaluation necessary to keep all drivers up to code.   Driver Evaluation Before operating a forklift, or going through hands-on training, all operators must participate in classroom or online training. Watch each driver individually to judge their driving ability and to see how they handle tricky situations. Discuss common tasks and obstacles.   Workplace Hazards Every workplace is different, and each task may require a specific type of forklift. Each workplace will also have hazards unique to it. You must know