This 8 hour course focuses on the the legal requirements of employers and supervisors to protect workers operating class 7 lift trucks such as telehandlers and piggybacks.
Built to CSA B335-15 specifications, the course will speak to hazards and controls. It includes a practical assessment of an operators ability to use rough terrain lift trucks safely.
Enroll today to gain skills in evidence gathering, root cause analysis, and OHSA-compliant reporting.
This 8 hour course focuses on the the legal requirements of employers and supervisors to protect workers operating class 7 lift trucks such as telehandlers and piggybacks.
Built to CSA B335-15 specifications, the course will speak to hazards and controls. It includes a practical assessment of an operators ability to use rough terrain lift trucks safely.
This course builds the knowledge and hands on competency required for safe operation of Class VII lift trucks.
By the end of this 8-hour course, participants will be able to:
Enroll today to gain skills in evidence gathering, root cause analysis, and OHSA-compliant reporting.
This course is intended for individuals who operate or oversee the use of Class VII lift trucks.
Supervisors responsible for overseeing rough terrain lift truck operations and ensuring safe procedures are followed.
Workers who use telehandlers or piggyback forklifts in construction support, industrial, or outdoor environments.
Employers responsible for ensuring operators are trained and competent before operating rough terrain equipment.
Personnel responsible for planning work where rough terrain forklifts are used and coordinating safe equipment operation on site.
Rough terrain forklifts present increased risk due to load reach, elevated loads, uneven ground, and changing machine configurations.
Operators must understand load charts, boom angles, and ground conditions to prevent tip overs and loss of control.
Only trained and competent operators may use rough terrain lift trucks, with supervisors responsible for monitoring safe operation.
Rough terrain forklifts present increased risk due to load reach, machine size, and operating surfaces. As a result, these machines are closely reviewed during inspections.
During inspections or compliance reviews, Ministry of Labour inspectors assess whether operators are trained and whether equipment is used safely.
Inspectors routinely assess:
Proof of operator training and competency
Equipment condition and inspection practices
Safe load handling and stability controls
Supervisor oversight of rough terrain operations
This course helps workplaces understand how rough terrain forklift use is evaluated during inspections and how training supports compliance.
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Participants receive a Record of Training confirming completion of Rough Terrain Forklift Training aligned with CSA B335 standards.
While not a government issued licence, this documentation is commonly used by employers to demonstrate operator training and competency.
Training records support employer documentation and may be requested during Ministry inspections.
Improper operation of rough terrain forklifts can result in serious injury, equipment damage, and enforcement action.
Providing Rough Terrain Forklift Training helps organizations demonstrate due diligence by ensuring operators understand equipment limitations, hazards, and safe operating practices.
After completing this course, participants have a clearer understanding of how to operate rough terrain lift trucks safely.
Workers leave with awareness of:
The course focused on stability and load handling, which is exactly what makes these machines dangerous if used wrong.
The practical assessment made sure operators actually understood how to control the machine, not just the rules.
This training helped explain why telehandlers are treated differently than standard forklifts. It made expectations much clearer.
Experts also agree this training supports safe operation of rough terrain forklifts in accordance with CSA B335 and Ontario workplace safety requirements.
