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1. A high school education at least or completed the GED.
2. Age range is 18 years old or older
3. Be in good physical shape and have good eyesight. (It’s OK to wear corrective lenses or contacts)
4. Depending on the job at hand, you may need to learn other skills. The employer will list what those
requirements are. (for example, you may need knowledge in using a carpet lifter forklift attachment
for a job in a carpet warehouse)
5. Have certification that you have attended and passed an OSHA compliant school for forklift
operation. (see below for a list of schools in your state)
6. You do not need a driver’s license become a forklift operator.
7. Safety Equipment is necessary. You’ll need proper footwear, safety glasses, and earplugs.
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The state of Connecticut has long been known with strong ties to maritime traditions. You’ll find forklift jobs in Bridgeport, Hartford, and New Haven within the state. Getting your license to operate a forklift is necessary.
A worker is required by law to be certified as a forklift operator in the state of Connecticut - according to the guidelines provided by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). You or your employer can face a fine up to $10,000 if you are caught driving a forklift without certification. Why are these laws needed? Because each year people are injured or killed in forklift
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state of Connecticut
accidents, usually due to lack of training and not being certified to operate the machine. Certification
is easy and your license is good for 3 years before needing to recertify. Always keep your license with you.
There are OSHA requirements in place for employers to follow for workers who operate a forklift.
Many workplaces have a forklift trainer on staff to teach employees the OSHA required training.
In some cases, they hire an independent company to teach their workers if no trainer is available.
These are the OSHA industry regulations for both employers and individuals:
OSHA 1910.178 – Powered Industrial Trucks (forklift operator training)
For general industry such as warehouse, port, etc.
OSHA 1910.179(l) - Operator Training for Powered Industrial Trucks (forklifts)
For the construction industry
What are the requirements to become a forklift operator?
Getting a forklift license in Connecticut in five easy steps:
1. First, look up an OSHA and/or state compliant school or trainer near where you live. Listed below
are a list of schools/trainers in Connecticut.
2. Take the course, and you will usually be given a lesson on how a forklift works, forklift safety and
maintenance. Next is a written examination. Ask questions if you have any!
3. As part of the course, you will be given hands-on training operating a forklift. Part of this training
will be the walk-around inspection before starting. When you feel comfortable in operating the
machine in the facility, the trainer will then test you performing various tasks with the machine.
You may be using several types of forklifts (counterbalance, narrow aisle, pallet) in your training
or just one kind. It is advisable to learn how to operate a variety of machines so you can increase
your chances at getting a good job. Be sure to learn all of the controls and features of the machine
at hand. Also, don’t be afraid to ask your trainer for more time operating the machine until you
get used to it.
4. When you pass these series of tests you should be awarded your forklift certificate.
Congratulations! You have now met the OSHA standards to become a certified forklift operator.
Be sure to get your certificate and/or operators license. You can use your license for 3 years, then
it must be renewed, usually at the same training school. (for a small fee)
5. Next, search for a forklift job and remember to show your operators license and note it on your
resume. Be sure to search for forklift jobs here at our website! You now have a very good chance
at getting a well paying job.
Forklift Training Schools in Connecticut
Allstate Commercial Driver Training 249 Pearl Street, Seymour CT 800-246-9567 http://www.allstatetraining.com
Summit Handling Systems, 11 Defco Park Road North Haven, CT 203-239-5351 http://www.summithandling.com
IVES Training & Compliance Group Inc. PO Box 4798, Blaine, WA
1-800-643-1144 http://www.ivestraining.com
SUPERIOR FORK LIFT,INC. 65 S Turnpike Rd, Wallingford, CT 1 203-265-9510
What kind of salary can I make as a licensed forklift operator?
As a forklift operator, you could make an hourly wage of $16.46 or $34,230 per year in the state of Connecticut. Of course, working harder and being eager to learn more skills, your wages could be higher as well as earning overtime.
State agencies
For more information regarding employment standards you may contact:
Connecticut Department of Labor
200 Folly Brook Boulevard, Wethersfield, CT 06109 Phone: 860-263-6000
Federal OSHA
Hartford Area Office Federal Building
450 Main Street, Room 613 Hartford, Connecticut 06103 (860) 240-3152
Great Forklift Jobs in Connecticut
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