Forklift Evaluator Training

Required: 
Frequency: 
Upon initial assignment, with a refresher every three years
Prerequisites: 
Familiarity with equipment operation
Course mode: 
Classroom

This course teaches forklift evaluators to be competent in observing, critiquing, and coaching forklift drivers in their departments. A written and driving test must be completed to receive Forklift Evaluator certification. Once certified, evaluators can renew their department personnel's certifications by evaluating and passing operators on safety drive tests.

Please contact EH&S Training for details on scheduling this training.

Accommodations and language services 

The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodations to individuals who need them. 

  • To request a disability accommodation, please contact the UW Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 (V), 206-543-6452(TTY), or email at dso@uw.edu. 

  • To request safety training in a language other than English, please contact EH&S training at ehstrain@uw.edu and notify your supervisor. EH&S will work with you and your supervisor to arrange for interpretation or translation services. 

  • For other accommodation requests, please contact EH&S Training at ehstrain@uw.edu.  

Intended Audience 

Required for employees who train forklift operators to pass the operator safety class. Retraining is required every 3 years.

Contact

EH&S Training Contact

(206) 543-7201