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Forklift Inspector & Operator

Crane Institute of America

Certification

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This is an essential training program for personnel who inspect and operate industrial and/or rough-terrain forklifts. Students will learn OSHA and ANSI inspection requirements, how to properly document inspections, and safe operating procedures.

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This is an essential training program for personnel who inspect and operate industrial and/or rough-terrain forklifts. Students will learn OSHA and ANSI inspection requirements, how to properly document inspections, and safe operating procedures. Forklifts Covered Industrial Forklifts Rough-Terrain Forklifts Topics Types of forklifts, components & terminology Causes & results of forklift accidents Inspector’s role in reducing forklift accidents & liability exposure Setting up a forklift inspection program OSHA & ANSI inspection requirements The three levels of inspection Forklift inspection procedures and techniques Recognizing and understanding the differences between deficiencies & safety hazards Correct way to write inspection reports that provide the proper documentation Inspecting structural components, hooks, operating mechanisms, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems, hydraulic cylinders, wire rope, operational aids, and safety devices Structural, mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and safety/liability areas of inspection When to perform a non-destructive crack detection test Pre-operational inspection Forklift setup and recognizing site hazards Safe operating practices & procedures Operator responsibilities Working near power lines and electrical hazards Hand signals Basic rigging procedures Requirements for Operator Certification Complete the Crane Institute of America Forklift Operator training program Possess the physical ability to safely operate a forklift Have a minimum of one year experience operating forklifts (A trainee certification is available for personnel who do not meet experience requirements) Pass a written examination Requirements for Inspector Certification Complete the Crane Institute of America Forklift Inspector training program Possess the physical ability to perform inspections of forklifts Have a minimum of two years forklift experience working in operation, maintenance, repair, inspection, safety or supervision (A trainee certification is available for personnel who do not meet experience requirements) Pass a written examinations You will receive Forklifts Handbook Rigging Handbook Forklift Inspector Workbook (includes applicable OSHA/ANSI standards, annual inspection checklists, etc.) Forklift Operator Workbook (includes applicable OSHA/ANSI standards, pre-operational inspection checklists, etc.) Rigger’s Capacity Card Inspection Certificate Decal Certificate of Training

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

  • Identify forklift types including industrial and rough-terrain forklifts using correct components and terminology
  • Analyze causes and results of forklift accidents to understand the inspector's role in reducing accidents and liability exposure
  • Establish a forklift inspection program incorporating OSHA and ANSI inspection requirements, documentation procedures, and program administration responsibilities
  • Apply the three levels of forklift inspection by understanding when and how each level is required and the criteria that differentiate each level
  • Perform pre-operational forklift inspections to verify safe operating condition before placing equipment into service
  • Inspect structural components of forklifts including masts, forks, frames, and attachments to identify deficiencies and safety hazards in compliance with applicable standards
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators53-7051.00
  • Construction and Related Workers, All Other47-4099.00
  • Production Workers, All Other51-9199.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Certification)

  • Forklift lift beams, swivel-hooks, and elevating platforms — operate with routine proficiency to load, unload, and stack materials in a busy warehouse without close oversight.
  • Electric- and gasoline-powered trucks and tractors — drive along established facility routes, transporting materials between receiving, processing, and storage areas independently.
  • Mixed pallet loads and skids — manually and mechanically load or unload from transport vehicles, adjusting technique for varying weights and configurations in a distribution center.
  • Loaded pallets and product boxes — secure and position with lifting devices for transport to designated storage or shipping areas following facility procedures.
  • Product load accuracy — inspect outbound shipments against work orders and safely route corrected loads through the warehouse to meet delivery schedules.
  • Daily forklift maintenance tasks — perform fluid top-offs, battery charging, and minor adjustments, logging findings in maintenance records at a depot or warehouse.
  • Inventory management software — enter and update stock movement records routinely, resolving minor data discrepancies at a warehouse workstation.
  • Time management across concurrent pick-and-move tasks — coordinate multiple material transfers within shift deadlines in a fast-paced fulfillment center.
  • Depth perception and rate control — apply consistently when stacking loads at height in multi-tier racking systems within a storage facility.
  • Basic troubleshooting of equipment malfunctions — identify warning indicators, report issues, and remove unsafe equipment from service in a warehouse or manufacturing plant.

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