Train-the-Trainer • Technical Training • Forklift Operator Training
When it comes to forklift operations, safety and skill are key. With over 68,000 industrial truck accidents occurring annually, OSHA requires that only certified operators use this equipment. At Thompson & Johnson, we make it easy for New York businesses to meet OSHA’s safety standards and ensure each operator is fully trained for efficient, accident-free operation.
The Advantages of Professional Forklift Training
Investing in forklift training offers valuable benefits, including:
Important Notes for Employers and Individuals
Our Forklift Training Program Options
We offer flexible, in-depth training programs at your facility or at one of our New York locations in Syracuse, Albany, Binghamton, or Elmira. With weekday, weekend, and after-hours classes, our programs fit your schedule, ensuring safety never takes a back seat. Select one of the courses below to learn more.
For a quote or to schedule a class, call us at (800) 589-5558 or email our team at training@thompsonandjohnson.com. Let’s build a safer, more productive workplace together!
“The employer shall ensure that each powered industrial truck operator is competent to operate a powered industrial truck safely, as demonstrated by the successful completion of the training and evaluation specified in this paragraph (l). Prior to permitting an employee to operate a powered industrial truck (except for training purposes), the employer shall ensure that each operator has successfully completed the training required by this paragraph (l)”

OSHA 1910.178(l)(1)(i) and 1910.178(l)(1)(ii)
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
US Department of Labor



Training FAQ’s
We offer operator certification, train-the-trainer courses, safety courses, and refresher training for various types of forklifts, including electric, internal combustion, and aerial lifts, and specialized equipment.
The training typically takes 4-8 hours, depending on the program and the type of equipment being used.
Yes, we offer on-site operator training to accommodate your schedule and environment, ensuring your employees are trained on the equipment they will operate as required by OSHA.
Yes, OSHA requires all forklift operators to be certified through proper training before operating equipment.
Recertification is required every three years to maintain compliance with OSHA regulations.
Yes, we provide comprehensive training materials, including manuals, tests, and practical evaluation forms.
You can contact us by phone or via our website to schedule a training session. We’ll work with you to find a time that fits your team’s needs.
Our programs cover the full range of forklifts, including electric riders, pallet jacks, reach trucks, order pickers, and LPG, Diesel and rough terrain forklifts.
Yes, we can tailor our training programs to suit the unique needs of your industry, environment, and equipment.
The certification is valid for three years, in accordance with OSHA standards.
Yes, we provide refresher courses to keep operators up to date on safety practices and regulatory requirements.


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