This course is designed to prepare experienced forklift operators to become qualified instructors in British Columbia, aligned with WorkSafeBC regulations and industry best practices. Participants will develop the knowledge and skills required to effectively deliver forklift operator training, evaluate competency, and promote safe material handling practices in the workplace.
The program covers adult learning principles, instructional techniques, hazard recognition, equipment fundamentals, and regulatory requirements. Participants will learn how to design and deliver both classroom and practical training, conduct operator assessments, and maintain proper training records.
Upon successful completion, participants will be equipped to train and evaluate forklift operators, ensuring compliance with provincial safety standards and contributing to a safer work environment.
Although instructor certification does not expire, instructors must maintain an operators certificate for the applicable class of forklift they are instructing.