Courses · Equipment & Operator · In person
Forklift
Workplace-integrated training for anyone required to safely operate a forklift. It combines classroom theory with hands-on lift-truck operation, meeting CSA Standard B335 for industrial lift-truck operation and provincial workplace-safety (WSBC) requirements. Learners are trained and assessed on safe, competent operation.
What you’ll learn
- Understand the legislation governing forklift operation
- Apply the basic principles of safe operation
- Handle loads safely
- Understand lift-truck systems and common issues
- Complete a pre-use inspection
- Demonstrate safe, competent forklift operation
Who it’s for
- Workers required to operate a forklift
- Operators with some prior forklift experience
- Employers who need documented proof of operator competency
What you’ll cover
- Legislation and regulatory requirements
- Safe-operation principles
- Load handling
- Equipment systems and maintenance
- Pre-use inspection
- Practical skills evaluation
Prerequisites
At least 18 years old · one piece of government-issued photo ID · steel-toe boots, safety glasses, and hi-vis vest · physically fit for practical activities · some prior forklift experience recommended (no experience may require additional training).
Completion & certification
To receive your credentials you must attend and complete the entirety of the course and complete all the necessary components as required by the course provider.
- You receiveRecord of Training · IVES Training Group (not a certificate; the provider issues the certificate, see the FAQ)
- ValidityValid for 3 years
- DeliveryIn person · 1 day in person
- JurisdictionNorth America
Upcoming dates
No public date is scheduled right now. Ask to be notified of new dates below.
Common questions
Who is forklift training for?
Workers required to operate a forklift; Operators with some prior forklift experience; Employers who need documented proof of operator competency.
How long is forklift training good for?
In BC, forklift operators need upgrade training at least every 3 years. Alberta law sets no fixed period. Check your own dates →
How long does the forklift training course take?
Up to 1 day in person.
How is the course delivered?
It's delivered in person over 1 day, instructor-led and assessed in person.
Can forklift training be done online?
We run this course in person only.
Can you deliver this course on-site for our crew?
Yes. Any course in our catalogue can run at your yard, camp, or office anywhere in BC and Alberta — based in Fort St. John, we travel province-wide. Request an on-site quote for group pricing.
Are there any prerequisites?
At least 18 years old · one piece of government-issued photo ID · steel-toe boots, safety glasses, and hi-vis vest · physically fit for practical activities · some prior forklift experience recommended (no experience may require additional training).
How much does forklift training cost?
$359 + GST per person. Group and on-site rates are available on request.