Why OSHA Compliant Forklift and Aerial Lift Training Matters and How BMH Can Help

Powered industrial equipment such as forklifts and aerial lifts are essential tools. When used properly, they improve efficiency and productivity. When used without proper training, they create serious safety risks for operators, coworkers, and facilities.

OSHA compliant operator training is not just a regulatory requirement. It is a critical part of building a safe, efficient, and professional workplace. BMH works with companies across Western New York to deliver compliant training solutions and Train the Trainer programs that meet OSHA standards and fit your operation.

Why Train Your Operators

OSHA requires that all powered industrial truck operators be trained and evaluated before operating equipment, and re-evaluated when their certificates expire. Refresher training is also required after incidents, near misses, changes in equipment, or changes in operating conditions.

Proper training helps you:

• Reduce the risk of accidents, injuries, and fatalities
• Protect your employees, equipment, and inventory
• Maintain OSHA compliance and avoid costly penalties
• Improve operator confidence, efficiency, and accountability
• Establish a consistent safety culture across your organization

Training is an investment in your people and your operation. Well-trained operators make better decisions, recognize hazards earlier, and contribute to a safer and more productive workplace.

How BMH Can Support Your Training Needs

Buffalo Materials Handling offers OSHA compliant forklift and aerial lift training solutions designed to meet your company’s specific needs. We provide flexible training options that bring compliance and expertise directly to you.

On Site OSHA Compliant Training

BMH provides on site operator training for:

• Forklifts including sit down, stand up, reach trucks, pallet jacks, and other powered industrial trucks
• Aerial lifts and scissor lifts used in all environments

Training includes classroom instruction, hands on evaluation, and operator assessment on the actual equipment and in the actual environment your team works in every day.

Train the Trainer Programs

For companies that prefer to manage training internally, BMH offers Train the Trainer support. This program prepares qualified supervisors or safety leaders to train and evaluate operators within your organization in accordance with OSHA requirements.

This approach allows you to:

• Train new employees more quickly
• Maintain compliance without relying on external scheduling
• Ensure training stays consistent as your team grows or changes

BMH provides the guidance, materials, and structure needed so your internal trainers can confidently and correctly manage operator certification.

Get Started with BMH

Whether you need on site operator training, refresher courses, or a Train the Trainer solution, our team is here to help you build a safer and more compliant workplace.

Contact us today to discuss your training needs:
Buffalo Office: (716) 894-6370
Rochester Office: (585) 529-4310
Sales@bmhny.com

BMH is Your Partner in Safety, Compliance, and Operational Excellence!