Forklift operator training
Forklift Operator Safety Certification (CSA B335)
Part of the route toForklift Operator·Safety ticket
A 1 to 2 day practical safety course that certifies you to operate counterbalanced lift trucks and warehouse equipment under WorkSafeBC regulations and CSA Standard B335.
How long
1–2 Days (8–16 Hours)
Cost
Not published
Schools
12 in BC
🏫Where you can take this: 12 schools
THE ROUTE
How this program works, step by step
Grade 11 to the job. Open any step to see what is inside.
The route (8 steps)
1Grade 11 Preparation
2Grade 12 Graduation
3Admissions & Prerequisites
4Application Process
5Program Curriculum
6Where to Take It
7Licensing & Certification
8Career Destination
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STEP BY STEP
Step by step
The same route as the map, as a list.
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Step 1 of 8
Grade 11
⏱ 1 School Year- General BC secondary school curriculum and coursework at the Grade 11 level.
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Step 2 of 8
Grade 12
⏱ 1 School Year- English Studies 12. Requirement varies by school (Metro Safety Training, Leavitt Machinery (Leavitt Training), British Columbia Institute of Technology, and 7 others). Strictest requirement: standard completion.
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Step 3 of 8
What you need to get in
- At least 16 years of age (most industrial employers require 18+)
- Government-issued photo identification
- CSA-approved steel-toed safety footwear (green triangle)
- Adequate physical coordination, depth perception, and vision
- Valid government photo ID
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Step 4 of 8
How to apply
- Register directly through an authorized public college or private equipment training academy
- Select a novice course (1–2 days) or experienced re-certification session (half day to 1 day)
- Tuition ranges from $198 to $395 CAD depending on the institution and hands-on seat time
- Arrive on training day equipped with CSA-approved steel-toed safety boots and government photo ID
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Step 5 of 8
Forklift operator training
⏱ 1–2 Days (8–16 Hours)- 8 to 16 hours of blended instruction: classroom theory, safety video modules, and live forklift operation
- WorkSafeBC OHS Regulation Part 16 rules, employer duties, and CSA Standard B335 compliance
- Lift truck physics: stability triangle, center of gravity, rated load capacities, and mast dynamics
- Pre-shift inspection procedures, circle checks, hazard assessments, and battery/propane handling safety
- Hands-on practical driving: maneuvering in tight aisles, lifting, lowering, stacking pallets, and ramp driving
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Step 6 of 8
Where to take it
⏱ 12 schools in BC- British Columbia Institute of Technology — 1 day (Not published)
- Coast Mountain College — 1 day (Not published)
- College of the Rockies — 1 day (Not published)
- North Island College — 1 day (Not published)
- Selkirk College — 1 day (Not published)
- Leavitt Machinery (Leavitt Training) — 1–2 days (Not published)
- Mainland Safety Training Company — 1 day (Not published)
- Matterhorn Crane & Rigging Training — 1 day (Not published)
- and 4 more, see the list below
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Step 7 of 8
Exams and registration after
- WorkSafeBC / CSA B335 written theory exam (minimum 80% passing grade)
- One-on-one practical driving evaluation assessing pre-trip check, pallet maneuvering, and park-up procedures
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Step 8 of 8
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SCHOOLS
Where you can take this(12 schools)
Compare tuitions, campus locations, and delivery formats across approved institutions in British Columbia.
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Duration1 day
TuitionNot published
DeliveryIn-Person
“BCIT School of Transportation practical forklift training meeting CSA Standard B335-15 at the Annacis Island Campus in Delta.”
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Duration1 day
TuitionNot published
DeliveryIn-Person
“Continuing studies industry ticket covering forklift load management, CSA safety protocols, and hands-on operational assessments in Terrace.”
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Duration1 day
TuitionNot published
DeliveryIn-Person
“Comprehensive 8-hour classroom theory and practical driving assessment in Cranbrook complying with WorkSafeBC regulations and CSA B335 standards.”
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Duration1 day
TuitionNot published
DeliveryIn-Person
“Continuing education forklift operator course covering CSA standards, daily pre-shift inspections, and practical maneuvering at Campbell River campus.”
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Duration1 day
TuitionNot published
DeliveryIn-Person
“Industry and trades training course covering WorkSafeBC regulations, counterbalance stability triangle, hazard management, and practical handling in Castlegar.”
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Duration1–2 days
TuitionNot published
DeliveryIn-Person
“Professional counterbalanced lift truck operator training covering stability principles, inspections, and driving assessments.”
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Safety / Specialized Provider
Mainland Safety Training Company
Surrey, Abbotsford, Langley, Richmond & Chilliwack
Duration1 day
TuitionNot published
DeliveryIn-Person
“Hands-on counterbalance and reach truck operator certification meeting CSA B335 and WorkSafeBC standards at Surrey and Abbotsford facilities.”
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Duration1 day
TuitionNot published
DeliveryIn-Person
“Northern BC industrial lift truck training covering CSA B335 standards, counterbalance operation, load dynamics, and field competency assessments.”
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Duration1 day
TuitionNot published
DeliveryIn-Person
“WorkSafeBC and CSA B335 compliant forklift training with hands-on maneuvering, safety theory, and practical evaluation.”
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Duration1 day
TuitionNot published
DeliveryIn-Person
“Workplace safety ticket covering counterbalance forklift inspection, safe load maneuvering, fueling safety, and driving practical evaluations in Burnaby.”
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Duration1 day
TuitionNot published
DeliveryIn-Person
“Vancouver Island specialized mobile equipment training covering CSA standards, WorkSafeBC guidelines, theory, and hands-on driver testing.”
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Trade Academy
Westerra Equipment (Westhill Equipment Training)
Abbotsford, Nanaimo, Victoria & Kamloops
Duration1–2 days
TuitionNot published
DeliveryIn-Person
“Comprehensive CSA B335-15 certified counterbalance forklift training with classroom instruction, pre-trip inspection, and practical driving evaluations.”