Forklift Test (OSHA-Compliant Written Knowledge and Practical Evaluation)
The "Forklift Test" in the United States refers to the training and evaluation process mandated by OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910.178(l), not a single government-issued licensing exam. There is no national forklift license; the employer is legally responsible for certifying that each operator is trained and evaluated . Certification requires three components: formal instruction (lecture, video, written materials), practical training (demonstrations and hands-on exercises), and an evaluation of the operator's performance in the actual workplace . The written knowledge test typically covers truck-related topics (controls, capacity, stability, inspection, refueling/charging) and workplace-related topics (surface conditions, load stability, pedestrian traffic, ramps, narrow aisles) . Practice tests commonly include 25–50 multiple-choice questions with passing thresholds around 70–80%, but the written portion alone cannot certify an operator . The practical evaluation observes pre-shift inspection, traveling with and without loads, load handling, ramp procedures, and parking/shutdown . Operators must be re-evaluated at least once every three years, and refresher training is required after unsafe operation, accidents, or assignment to a different type of truck . The employer's certification record must include the operator's name, training date, evaluation date, and the identity of the trainer/evaluator .
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- Subido en
- 26 de octubre de 2026
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- 3
- Escrito en
- 2026/2027
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- Examen
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