NSC Operator Qualifications & Certification Requirements

Question 1

According to OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178(l), how often must powered industrial truck operators be re-evaluated for safe operation?

Accepted Answer

Every 3 years

Answer

OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178(l)(4)(iii) requires that each operator be evaluated at least once every three years.

Question 2

Who is responsible for certifying that forklift operators have been trained and evaluated under OSHA standards?

Accepted Answer

The employer

Answer

OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178(l)(6) places the responsibility on the employer to certify that operators have been trained and evaluated.

Question 3

What minimum age does OSHA require for powered industrial truck operators in general industry?

Accepted Answer

18 years old

Answer

OSHA requires that operators of powered industrial trucks in general industry be at least 18 years of age.

Question 4

Which of the following conditions requires refresher training for a forklift operator?

Accepted Answer

An incident or near-miss involving the operator occurs

Answer

OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178(l)(4)(ii) requires refresher training when an operator is involved in an accident or near-miss incident.

Question 5

Which document must an employer maintain to demonstrate OSHA compliance for forklift operator training?

Accepted Answer

A certification record including the date of training, date of evaluation, and the identity of the trainer

Answer

OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178(l)(6) requires employers to maintain a certification record with the operator's name, date of training, date of evaluation, and the person who performed the evaluation.

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