Powered Industrial Trucks (Forktrucks)

The MSU Powered Industrial Truck Program applies to employees using powered industrial trucks for materials handling.  The trucks may be powered by an electric motor or internal combustion engine. Powered industrial trucks include, but are not limited to, fork lifts, tow motors, lift rolls, motorized pallet jacks, order pickers, platform rider trucks, high lift straddle trucks and other pedestrian/rider-controlled lifts.

• Guides and Regulations

  Guides

  • PIT Quikstart
  • Hand Truck Operations

  
  Tips

  • PIT Defective Pallet
  • PIT Tips for Pallet Use

  
  Regulation

  • MIOSHA PIT Safety Rules
  • OSHA PIT Classifications
• Training

  Register for Forktruck Operator track in Ability LMS. Complete online and hands-on training every three years.

  • Online training

  
  Hands-on Training

  • MSU Performance Test: DOC | PDF

  
  Permit Template

  • MSU Operator's Permit Template: XLS
• Daily Inspection

  Checklists

  • Daily Inspection Gas: DOC | PDF
  • Daily Inspection Electric: DOC | PDF