Forklift Operator Training

 

Many people look at forklift training as an expense, but proper forklift operation will save you money in the long-term. Let Summit’s professional trainers help you attain your OSHA requirements, and get those forklift operators safe and certified!

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Forklift Operator Training Programs Include:

  • OSHA regulations
  • Truck specifications
  • Warnings & precautions
  • Controls & instrumentation
  • Capacity & stability
  • Steering & maneuvering
  • Operating limitations
  • Accessories
  • Surface conditions
  • Load conditions
  • Load compositions
  • Material handling
  • Common accidents
  • Truck inspections
  • Pedestrian traffic
  • Hazards & classifications
  • Personal protection
  • Ramps & slopes

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Give your team the skills and confidence they need to operate safely and productively. Our certified trainers deliver hands-on instruction that meets OSHA requirements and helps reduce downtime, accidents, and equipment wear.

Interested in becoming a Certified Lift Truck Operator Trainer? Attend a one-day Train-The-Trainer session at our North Haven, Connecticut, or Commack, New York, location. Click here for the Schedule and to Register.

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Our Locations

Connecticut & HQ

North Haven, CT

203.239.5351

NYC Long Island

Commack, NY

631.236.4466

Eastern CT

Plainfield, CT

860.642.4377

Massachusetts

Agawam, MA

413.789.4537

Orange County, NY

Walden, NY

Construction/Landscaping: 845.569.8195
Material Handling: 845.867.2159

Dutchess County, NY

Poughkeepsie, NY

Construction/Landscaping: 845.324.7765
Material Handling: 845.867.2159

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Toyota Trade-In & Trade-Up Sales Event

Upgrade your fleet and unlock immediate value with Toyota Material Handling’s Trade-In & Trade-Up Sales Event, available now through June 30, 2026. For a limited time, receive a $2,000 factory rebate when you trade in a qualifying Toyota or competitive-branded forklift toward a new Toyota 3,000-6,500 lb. Pneumatic IC or Diesel forklift.

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Reliable Rentals. Real Results.

Keep your facility running at full speed with reliable material handling rentals from Summit Handling. With inventory ready to rent and ship, we deliver the right equipment fast. From forklifts to pallet movers and narrow aisle solutions, our expert support helps reduce downtime and lift productivity.

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Pre-Owned Forklifts

Benefit from Toyota’s renowned durability, reliable performance, and significant cost savings. Shop our used forklifts to stretch your capital further!

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Schedule Operator Training

Give your team the skills and confidence they need to operate safely and productively. Our certified trainers deliver hands-on instruction that meets OSHA requirements and can help reduce downtime, accidents, and equipment wear.

Learn More: Schedule Training

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