Classroom style instruction as well as practical hands-on training prepare students to meet the basic operational and safety requirements designated by OSHA's standards. Along with detailed classroom instruction, students will have the opportunity to test their knowledge on a standard industrial forklift. Upon successful completion of training, students will be presented with a laminated, wallet-sized certificate valid for three years or until change of employment.

Classroom Topics
Hands-On Topics
  • Overview of forklift operation
  • Evaluating a safe workplace
  • Types of forklifts
  • Pre-operational inspection
  • General safety rules
  • Written exam
  • Picking up, traveling, & placement
  • Pre-operational inspection
  • Basic maneuvering
  • Pallet exercises
  • Stacking / unstacking

Benton & Associates serves a number of clients coast-to-coast and can accommodate your training needs regardless of your location.

For information on local training, pricing and availability, please click HERE to view the South Plains College Workforce Development Catalog containing our Safety/Risk Management courses.

For information regarding specialized or on-site training, please contact Freddie Reyna, Director of Safety Services, at (806) 783-9944 or by e-mail at freddie@bentonconsultants.com.