Powered Industrial Truck (Forklift) Manual

UTA Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) provides forklift training for employees whose job duties require operating powered industrial trucks.

OSHA requires operator performance evaluations at least once every three (3) years. Additional training or evaluations may be required when necessary.

 

In accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178, employees must complete the following requirements before being authorized to operate a forklift:

 

Training Requirements

1. Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) for Current Employees

2. Complete CEMS Training Courses

  • DRIV300 – Industrial Vehicle

Employees must log in to CEMS to access the training courses.

3. Hands-On Training & Evaluation

  • Contact ehsafety@uta.edu to schedule the required practical training and operator evaluation.