Premium Forklift Trainer Certification

Learn how to train and qualify operators of standard forklifts*, rough terrain telehandlers, aerial boomlifts and scissor lifts in our Premium Combo Trainer Certification Program. This Train the Trainer course is a comprehensive, cost effective method of ensuring that your operators receive training and evaluation that meets or exceeds all applicable government regulations and referenced industry standards. Attendees will receive in-depth instruction on how to effectively train and evaluate operators of lift trucks and mobile elevating work platforms (MEWP). Successful attendees will receive a certificate of completion and trainer wallet card.

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This program isn’t make or model specific and covers concepts common to all types of powered industrial trucks and man lift equipment including Clark, Hyster, Raymond, Clark, Crown, John Deer, Toyota, Nissan, Yale, Gradall, Skyreach, Sky Trak, CAT, Lull, JLG, Genie and Skyjack. Register today and find out how you can achieve the highest level of regulatory compliance in all of your in-house equipment safety training.

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*Standard Forklifts - Powered, vertical mast, counterbalanced forklift with a seated, non-elevating operator position

• Duration: 4 days
• Equipment Addressed: Standard Forklifts, Narrow Aisle Forklifts & Powered Pallet Trucks
• Program Structure: 70% Classroom Theory Training / 30% Practical Hands-on Training

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
• Study Recommendations

Day 2

• Review of Day 1
• Standard Forklift (SFL) Operator Reference Manual review
• Review SFL Operator Theory Test
• Equipment pre-use inspection (hands-on)
• Practical training skills
• Driving course set-up
• Practical training exercises (hands-on)
• Study Recommendations

Day 3

• Review Day 2
• Narrow Aisle Forklift (NA) Operator Reference Manual review
• Review NA Operator Theory Test
• Operator Practical Evaluation Form
• Practical evaluation skills
• Practical evaluation exercises (hands-on)
• Study Recommendations

Day 4

• Review Day 3
• Powered Pallet Truck (PPT) Operator Reference Manual review
• Review PPT Operator Theory Test
• Powered Industrial Truck 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

• Trainees must have functional English language reading, writing and speaking skills.
• Trainees must have experience using the equipment.
• Trainees must be comfortable working with numbers.
• Trainees will be sent Standard Forklifts, Narrow Aisle Forklift and Powered Pallet Truck Operator Reference Manuals approximately three weeks prior to the program for review and completion. Each trainee must bring their completed manuals with them to the program.

• Safety toed shoes and a high visibility vest are required while working with the equipment.
• Appropriate outdoor clothing is recommended.
• Operator credentials are not issued during this program. A successful trainee will be qualified as an IVES Certified Trainer.
• Please be advised that the program trainer cannot accommodate trainees arriving late or those requiring early departure for any reason. Please ensure that you or the trainee you select is able to attend the full duration of the program, as failure to do so may result in an unsuccessful completion.
• During the program, home study is encouraged as required. 

• $1,545.00 per person

• 30+ days prior: You may reschedule once free of charge. Any subsequent reschedule is subject to a 10% administrative fee. Cancellation is subject to a 25% administrative fee.
• 15-30 days prior: Reschedules are subject to a 25% administrative fee. Cancellation is subject to a 25% administrative fee.
• Less than 14 days prior: Not eligible for reschedule or refund.
• Day of program: Not eligible for reschedule or refund.
• IVES reserves the right to reschedule or cancel this training program for reasons including, but not limited to, low enrollment and logistical difficulties. A full refund of registration fees shall be made should circumstances require a course cancellation.
• Please be advised that this training program is quite intense. The program trainer cannot accommodate trainees arriving late or those requiring early departure for any reason. Please ensure that you or the trainee you select is able to attend the full duration of the program, as failure to do so may result in its unsuccessful completion. Please contact IVES if you have any questions regarding these requirements.