Non-Credit
Get certified with a course that meets Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety regulations and gives you the skills employers expect. This training includes both classroom instruction and hands‑on practice using safe forklift operation techniques. Upon completion, you’ll earn an operator safety card valid for three years.
Please note: Your employer will still need to provide on‑the‑job training for the specific forklift(s) you’ll use and any site‑specific hazards you’ll encounter
Ready to Get Certified?
The Forklift Operator Safety course does not require you to apply to Rogue Community College.
View the current class schedule and register today through the RCC Campus Marketplace.
Bring Training to Your Workplace
RCC can also provide this forklift safety class onsite for employers. For details, call 541‑956‑7303.
Career & Salary Outlook
As a forklift operator, you can build a strong career in the workforce because you gain skills that make you valuable in warehouses, distribution centers and manufacturing facilities. You can move into roles like warehouse associate, shipping and receiving specialist or inventory control coordinator as you develop experience.
You can also use your equipment knowledge to become a logistics technician or material handler or advance into leadership roles where you supervise teams and oversee daily operations. With time and additional certifications, you can position yourself for higher responsibility and long‑term career growth.
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