Train with Confidence. Operate with Safety.
Forklifts are vital to daily operations but pose serious risks without proper training. GMG’s Forklift Certification equips your team to operate safely and meet OSHA standards using the exact equipment at your site.
What's Included
With our forklift training, your operators receive clear, hands-on instruction tailored to your equipment and facility, ensuring they drive safely, follow OSHA rules, and stay fully certified from day one.
Classroom or Virtual Instruction
Training is delivered either through GMG-provided materials for your internal trainer or by a GMG instructor on-site. Driving assessments are completed by your designated staff member, and GMG verifies that all required steps have been documented.
Equipment-Specific Training
Focuses on the exact forklift models used at your facility.
Hands-On Driving Evaluation
Operators complete a driving test with a certified instructor.
Pre-Operation Inspection Training
Covers safety checks and proper daily startup procedures.
Refueling & Charging Procedures
Reviews safe practices for propane, diesel, and electric units.
Workplace-Specific Hazards
Highlights common risks like aisles, ramps, and loading areas.
Operator Certification Cards
Provided after passing written and driving evaluations.
Training Records & Documentation
Includes certificates and logs for OSHA compliance.
Recertification Training
Available every 3 years or after incidents or unsafe behavior.
Who Is This Service For
Essential for Any Business That Operates Forklifts or Powered Industrial Trucks
This training is required for warehouses, distribution centers, manufacturing plants, construction sites, auto shops, and other operations using forklifts or pallet jacks. Whether you’re certifying new operators or re-certifying experienced ones, GMG helps ensure every driver meets OSHA’s rigorous standards.
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Why It Matters
Compliance, Safety, and Liability Are on the Line
OSHA requires all forklift operators to complete formal training, hands-on evaluation, and certification before operating any powered industrial truck. Failure to comply can result in costly citations, injuries, or equipment damage. GMG’s training helps you meet regulatory requirements, reduce incident risk, and build a safer, more confident workforce.
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What You Can Expect at Every Step
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Site & Equipment Review
We review your layout and forklift types to customize the training.
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Training Delivery
Sessions are available on-site, virtually, or in a combined format.
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Written Test & Hands-On Evaluation
Operators complete both knowledge and driving tests.
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Certification Issued
Certified operators receive wallet cards valid for three years.
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Ongoing Support
We provide retraining, refreshers, and help after any incidents.
Forklift Training and Operator Certification
Answers to common questions about OSHA requirements, equipment-specific training, recertification timelines, and how GMG helps your team stay certified and safe.
Yes. OSHA requires all powered industrial truck operators to be trained and evaluated before operating equipment (29 CFR 1910.178).
Any employee who sprays coatings containing chromium, lead, nickel, cadmium, or manganese in an automotive or industrial setting.
Every 3 years, or sooner if an operator is involved in an accident, observed operating unsafely, or assigned to a different type of equipment.
Yes. We customize training to the specific equipment and conditions at your site.
The full training typically takes about one hour, depending on the number of operators and equipment types at your facility.
We provide certificates of completion, operator evaluation forms, and training logs for your compliance records.
Operators must demonstrate safe driving, proper loading/unloading, navigating obstacles, and following facility protocols.
Yes. We offer bilingual training options and can provide materials in Spanish.
We provide feedback and retraining as needed to help them meet certification standards.
Yes. GMG offers scalable training options for companies with multiple locations or large teams.
No. Our training covers a wide range of powered industrial trucks, including stand-up forklifts, narrow aisle trucks, reach trucks, order pickers, and electric pallet jacks. We tailor the training to the specific equipment used at your site.
We can review their records to determine if they meet current OSHA and site-specific requirements, or provide recertification if needed.
Train and Certify the Right Way
Proper training keeps forklift operations safe and compliant. GMG certifies your team to meet OSHA standards and operate with confidence, protecting your people and your business.
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