Warehouse & Forklift Safety

Forklift Safety Certification: Requirements for Operators and Trainers

Warehouse trainer showing forklift pre-shift inspection checklist to operators wearing PPE beside a parked forklift

Forklift safety certification is a cornerstone of industrial workplace safety in plants, warehouses, and construction sites. This article explains U.S. regulatory expectations, employer and trainer responsibilities, practical training program design, assessment and recordkeeping, and modern tools to improve operator competence…