Forklift Truck Refresher Training

Refresher training for forklift operators should be conducted to ensure that the operator has the knowledge and skills needed to operate the powered industrial truck safely.

Refresher training in relevant topics shall be provided to the operator when:

• The operator has been observed to operate the vehicle in an unsafe manner;

• The operator has been involved in an accident or near miss incident;

• The operator has received an evaluation that reveals that the operator is not operating the truck safely;

• The operator is assigned to drive a different type of truck; or

• A condition in the workplace changes in a manner that could affect safe operation of the truck.