4-Day Premium Forklift Trainer Certification

Counterbalanced ForkliftOur 4-Day Premium Forklift Trainer Certification Program encompasses counterbalanced forklift, narrow aisle forklift and powered pallet truck in a Train the Trainer course unparalleled in the industry. Our Train the Trainer programs aren’t make or model specific, our training covers concepts common to all types of forklifts including Clark, Hyster, Raymond, Clark, Crown, John Deer, Toyota, Nissan and Yale. Trainees receive in-depth instruction on powered industrial forklift trucks as well as extensive instruction on how to effectively train forklift operators. Each trainee’s knowledge and demonstrated skills in all aspects of the program are evaluated and graded prior to certification. This forklift safety course is delivered on an open enrollment basis at each of our training facilities across North America. The title says it all, the 4-Day Premium Forklift Trainer Certification Program is the best out there.

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Program Details:

Program Duration: Four days

Equipment: Counterbalanced Forklift, Narrow Aisle Forklift and Powered Pallet Truck

Forklifts Addressed:

Class 1: Electric Motor Rider Trucks 

  • Lift Code 1: Counterbalanced Rider Type, Stand-Up
  • Lift Code 4: Three Wheel Electric Trucks, Sit-Down
  • Lift Code 5: Counterbalanced Rider Type, Cushion Tires, Sit-Down
  • Lift Code 6: Counterbalanced Rider, Pneumatic or Either Type Tire, Sit-Down

Class 2: Electric Motor Narrow-Aisle Trucks

  • Lift Code 1: High Lift Straddle
  • Lift Code 2: Order Picker
  • Lift Code 3: Reach Type Outrigger
  • Lift Code 4: Side Loaders, Turret Trucks, Swing Mast And Convertible Turret/Stock-Pickers
  • Lift Code 6: Low Lift Pallet and Platform (Rider)

Class 3: Electric Motor Hand Trucks 

  • Lift Code 1: Low Lift Platform
  • Lift Code 2: Low Lift Walkie Pallet
  • Lift Code 3: Tractors (Draw Bar, pull under 999 lbs)
  • Lift Code 4: Low Lift Walkie/Center Control
  • Lift Code 5: Reach Type Outrigger
  • Lift Code 6: High Lift Straddle
  • Lift Code 7: High Lift Counterbalanced
  • Lift Code 8: Low Lift Walkie/Rider Pallet

Class 4: Internal Combustion Engine Trucks – Cushion Tires Only

  • Lift Code 3: Fork, Counterbalanced (Cushion Tire)

Class 5: Internal Combustion Engine Trucks – Pneumatic Tires Only 

  • Lift Code 4: Fork, Counterbalanced (Pneumatic Tire)

Program Structure:

  • Classroom theory training – 50%
  • Practical hands-on training – 50%

Program Capacity: Maximum of 16

Program Outline:

Day 1

  • Introduction and program requirements
  • Trainer pre-test
  • Program overview and objectives
  • Review of applicable regulations and industry standards
  • Classroom and practical instructional techniques
  • Homework assignment

Day 2

  • Review of Day 1
  • Counterbalanced Forklift (CB) interactive theory training
  • Review Counterbalanced forklift operator theory test
  • Equipment pre-use inspection (hands-on)
  • Practical training skills
  • Driving course set-up
  • Practical training exercises (hands-on)
  • Homework assignment

Day 3

  • Review Day 2
  • Narrow Aisle Forklift (NA) interactive theory training
  • Review NA operator test
  • Operator Practical Evaluation Form
  • Practical evaluation skills
  • Practical evaluation exercises (hands-on)
  • Homework assignment

Day 4

  • Review Day 3
  • Powered Pallet Truck (PPT) interactive theory training
  • Review PPT operator test
  • Equipment-specific Trainer Theory Test
  • Documentation/certification procedures
  • Establishing a site & equipment-specific operator training program and lesson plan
  • Final Written Examination
  • Operator recertification procedures
  • Program review and wrap-up

Important Details:

  • Please be aware that attendees of all training programs delivered by IVES must have functional English language reading, writing and speaking skills.
  • Trainees will be sent a Counterbalanced Forklift Operator Reference Manual prior to the program for review and completion. Each trainee must bring their completed workbook with them on Day 1 of the program.
  • Trainees should have experience working on and/or with the equipment addressed in this program.
  • Operator credentials are not issued during this program. A successful trainee will be qualified as an IVES Certified Trainer.

Program Fees:

  • $1,250.00 per person
  • Prices are subject to change without notice
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