Powered Industrial Trucks
OSHA Standard 1910.178
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Course Content Summary
Unlike regular pickup trucks, powered industrial trucks are designed to transport heavy loads using a forklifting mechanism. Because of the unique safety hazards posed by the forks on forklifts and telehandlers, OSHA requires specialized training for those who operate these types of machines.
In this Good Day’s Work training course, employees will learn how to safely operate PITs, specifically with regard to the agricultural hazards they may encounter on a farm operation. It also includes most common hazards, such as rollover risks and loadlifting risks, and how to avoid them.
Who Should Take This Course?
Everyone within your operation who drives or supervises a driver of Power Industrial Trucks (PITs) should take this course annually.
What You Will Learn
Introduction
What are PITs?
Proper Operation
Load Capacity
PIT Hazards
How to Stay Safe
Common-Sense PIT Precautions
Controls and Attachments
Refueling and Recharging
Maintenance
Content Recap
Conclusion
5-Question Test
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