To ensure continuous safe forklift operation, employers must ensure operator training is part of a larger comprehensive lift truck safety program. This includes ongoing identification and prompt correction of hazardous situations; and monitoring and supervision to ensure that lift trucks are operated in a safe manner. Ask us about site and equipment specific forklift operator training at your Vancouver business.
Forklift safety is a continuous process
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