New Study by CertifyMe Reveals Major Deficiencies in Forklift Certification Programs

PHOENIX, June 24, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- CertifyMe.net, a premier forklift certification and compliance training company, recently conducted a survey. Over 100 managers, supervisors, training coordinators, and other personnel involved in the operation of heavy machinery participated.

CertifyMe conducted the survey because they were interested in seeing how a lack of training impacts workplace safety and to find the best methods of becoming OSHA compliant. Why do training deficiencies exist? What can be done to solve the problem? What reasons do firms cite for training gaps? The survey sought to answer all of these questions and more so that all locations can be more aware of how they can improve workplace safety.

A sampling of survey results reveal that the survey found:

• Nearly half of the companies in the survey could not recognize the definition of a "certified" forklift driver or pallet jack operator.
• Many companies are unaware that employers are responsible for assessing an employees forklift training.
• A quarter of companies aren't confident their safety program would pass on OSHA audit.

"It's clear that a lack of training leads to more workplace accidents," said Tom Wilkerson, CEO of CertifyMe.net. "This research identifies exactly what the problems in training and compliance are and seeks to understand why these problems have developed in the first place. This survey is helpful not only to businesses but OSHA as well."

The research conducted by CertifyMe.net shows the different ways companies address their training and compliance needs. Often, companies conduct in-house training sessions, which can vary from workplace to workplace. A large part of the problem is due to the lack of an expert up-to-date with OSHA's latest safety guidelines.

CertifyMe.net can offer solutions with their Train the Trainer plan. This program ensures that there is a forklift trainer on site that is up to date on OSHA standards for forklift certification and can conduct on-site assessments.

To learn more about the survey and to view results, please visit: https://www.certifyme.net/study-forklift-certification-effectiveness/.

About CertifyMe.net:
CertifyMe.net is an online training platform that provides training compliant with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration for aerial lift, scissor lift and aerial work platform (AWP) operators. All CertifyMe.net instruction modules are available for completion from any device that can connect to the internet and do not require any in-person training or purchase of additional study materials. CertifyMe.net is a preferred training supplier for many small, medium-sized and large businesses throughout the United States because of its quality training, schedule-friendly coursework and affordable rates. CertifyMe.net has helped more than 80,000 companies obtain OSHA-compliant certifications without the hassle of scheduling time off. For more information about CetifyMe.net visit the website or call 888-699-4800.

SOURCE CertifyMe.net