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OSHA Pallet Jack Safety Training
- In accordance with Federal OSHA Standards 29 CFR 1910.178 and 29 CFR 1926.602
- Covers essential knowledge for the safe operation, inspection, and maintenance of manual and electric pallet jacks
- Available in:
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Español - Accessible on desktop, laptop, tablet, and smartphone for convenient, flexible learning
- Instant training certificate issued upon successful completion of the course
- Delivered through multiple formats: SCORM package, self-paced online modules, live virtual instruction, or classroom-based training
CEU:
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0.2
Single-Seat Price
$39.99
2 Hour(s) Course
$39.99
$39.99
Bulk Buying
Employee
Per Seat
2-10
$39.59
11-20
$39.19
21-50
$38.79
51-100
$37.99
101-250
$37.19
| Employee | Per Seat |
|---|---|
| 2-10 | $39.59 |
| 11-20 | $39.19 |
| 21-50 | $38.79 |
| 51-100 | $37.99 |
| 101-250 | $37.19 |
Course Facts
Training Duration
2 Hour(s)
Learning Type
100% online, available 24/7
Course Access Validity
3-month completion timeline, 1-year access to training materials.
Device Support
Certificate Validity
36 months, before a refresher is required.
OSHA Pallet Jack Safety Training Course Syllabus
This OSHA Pallet Jack Safety Training consists of 5 lessons . Students are required to take each lesson in sequential order as listed below.
Lessons
Introduction
Lesson 1: Introduction to Pallet Jacks
- The basic features and purpose of manual and electric pallet jacks.
- Key distinctions between pallet jacks and forklifts, and when each is suitable.
- How load requirements can be assessed depending on weight, shape, stability, and size.
- OSHA standards governing pallet jack use in the General Industry and Construction Industry.
- Alternatives to pallet jacks and when they can be more effective and suitable.
Lesson 2: Common Hazards
- Over-loading, uneven surfaces, pinch points, and collision hazards related to pallet jack operations.
- Improper lifting techniques, slips, trips, load instability, and mechanical malfunctions.
- Accident case studies related to pallet jacks.
- Obstructed pathways, human factors, environmental hazards, and improper storage of pallet jacks.
Lesson 3: Anatomy and Pre-Operation Inspections
- Components of manual and electric pallet jacks, such as forks, wheels, hydraulic pump, control lever, and battery.
- How every part helps in safe lifting, handling, and load stability.
- Steps for a thorough pre-operation inspection for brakes, wheels, forks, steering, hydraulic systems, and batteries.
- How an operator inspection checklist may be used to confirm the equipment readiness.
Lesson 4: Safe Work Practices
- Principles of load stability, such as center of gravity, load distribution, and maximum load limits.
- Safe loading and unloading practices to help keep control of both hand-operated and electric pallet jacks.
- Load stacking methods for stability and practical maneuvers for safe lifting.
- Battery and charging area safety for electric pallet jacks.
- Ways to communicate in shared workspaces, pedestrian awareness techniques, and right-of-way rules
- Warehouse signage and traffic rules for safe movement.
Lesson 5: Operational Inspection and Maintenance
- Key operational inspection requirements for pallet jacks.
- Safe operational testing procedures.
- Determining the need for pallet jack repairs.
- Guidelines for safe and authorized pallet jack repairs.
- Scheduled maintenance, and when and how to remove pallet jacks from service.
Final Examination
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, OSHA classifies motorized pallet jacks as Powered Industrial Trucks according to 29 CFR 1910.178. They fall under Class III, which covers electric pallet jacks, walkie riders, and walkie stackers. Basically, these are powered low-lift trucks designed for moving loads at ground level.
- According to OSHA, operators must have formal instruction, hands-on training, and a workplace performance evaluation prior to using the equipment.
- Training must be equipment-specific and job site specific, covering safe operation, load handling, maneuvering, and battery charging practices.
- Employers must provide refresher training in instances when an unsafe operation is observed or workplace conditions change.
This Electric and Manual Pallet Jack Training is important as it:
- Assists employees in safe manual and motorized pallet jack operation under different conditions.
- Lowers the possibility of equipment failures, collisions, unstable loads, and injuries.
- Develops the skills required to conduct correct pre-operation and operational inspections and identify hazardous circumstances.
- Teaches safe maneuvering practices for safe lifting and load-handling practices.
- Helps to ensure OSHA requirements for pallet jack use and safe battery charging methods are followed.
There are no prerequisites for this course.
- Manual or motorized pallet jack users at warehouse and distribution centers.
- Construction workers participating in material handling at job locations.
- Supervisors, crew leads, and foremen managing pallet jack activities
- Safety officers and compliance personnel in charge of workplace and equipment safety.
- Fresh hires or employees transitioning into jobs requiring daily pallet jack usage.
- Our training meets OSHA requirements for pallet jack operation under 29 CFR 1910.178 and 29 CFR 1926.602.
- Experienced safety professionals having extensive knowledge of pallet jack operation, hazard prevention, and equipment inspection have developed this course.
- Learners will receive a certificate of completion that confirms successful training in OSHA Pallet Jack Safety.
- We offer online, in-person, and virtual training options. This allows employers to choose the format that best fits their team’s needs and schedule.
Pallet jack operators should receive refresher training and evaluation at least every three years. In addition, OSHA also mandates that pallet jack operators receive refresher training when:
- They exhibit unsafe behavior.
- Are involved in an accident or near-miss.
- When new hazards or equipment are introduced.
This course meets and exceeds the compliance requirements outlined in OSHA Standards 29 CFR 1910.178 and 29 CFR 1926.602.
Certificate of Completion: Immediately after passing the final exam, you can download, save, or print your certificate in PDF format.
Validity: The course certificate is valid for three years.
Renewal: Simply take this course in 36 months to maintain compliance and stay up-to-date on pallet jack best practices.
Choose Your Ideal Training Format:
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Scorm Package
$39.99/Seat
Virtual Instructor-Led
$199.00/Seat (minimum 10 seats)
In-Person Group
$750.00/Seat (minimum 10 seats)
Rachel Kim
Warehouse Operations Supervisor
DeAndre Miller
Shipping and Receiving Lead
Great discussion of authentic hazards such as uneven floors and congested aisles. The pre-operational and operational inspections section was very useful.
Luis Ortega
Construction Site Foreman
Highly informative. The parts on load stability and safe maneuvering helped me change several unsafe habits.
Monica Stevens
Warehouse Safety Specialist
The guidelines on battery charging safety were superb. The reminders for the team on the right charging areas and smoking prohibition were exactly what they needed.
Eric Thompson
Material Handling Technician
Very logical and simple. The training on ramps, slopes, and congested areas was actually very accurate.
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