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On Safety: Training for powered industrial trucks

October 4, 2021
Richard Fairfax
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OSHA requires that operators of powered industrial trucks be trained before operating the equipment independently. That training must consist of instruction – classroom (lecture based) and practical training – on the safe and proper operation of the PIT, the hazards of operating the vehicle in the workplace, and the requirements of the OSHA standard on PITs.
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On the Safe Side podcast

On the Safe Side podcast Episode 9: Powered industrial trucks

A discussion with National Safety Council safety experts on the hazards of powered industrial trucks, and the benefits of contact tracing at workplaces
November 12, 2020
Kevin Druley, Alan Ferguson, and Barry Bottino
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In Episode 9, the Safety+Health team discusses the hazards involved with powered industrial trucks with National Safety Council workplace safety experts JoAnn Dankert and David Consider. Also, the team shares details about contact tracing on the job and why it’s an important thing for employers to do amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
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WEBINARS

Webinar

Powered Industrial Truck (Forklift) Compliance: Inspection Requirements, Training and FAQs

4/17/25 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm CDT

Incidents involving forklifts, motorized pallet jacks and other powered industrial trucks contribute to thousands of injuries in workplaces each year, costing organizations millions in terms of fines, workers’ compensation costs and lost productivity. If your employees use this equipment, incidents and violations are a constant – and very real – threat.

Join us as we answer tough questions regarding PIT safety and compliance.

This event will include a live Q&A session, so bring your PIT questions!

Register now.

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