Who must be trained?

All persons who will operate a powered industrial truck must be trained and pass an operator evaluation before being allowed to use a vehicle in the work place.

Safe Operation

The employer must ensure that every powered industrial truck operator is competent in the operation of a truck prior to operating as proven by the successful completion of the required training.

Training will include a combination of formal instruction, demonstrations and practical exercises performed by the trainee, and an evaluation of the operator’s performance. Practical exercises must be performed under the direct supervision of trainers and where the practical training does not endanger the trainee or other employees.