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FORKLIFT OPERATIONAL SAFETY TRAINING

FOCUS ON SAFETY - DRIVEN BY TRAINING

Forklift Operational Safety Training is a South African-based training provider specializing in professional Lifting Machine operator and Driver safety training. We aim to reduce workplace incidents, enhance compliance with South African labour and safety regulations, and equip your workforce with the skills to operate Lifting machinery safely and efficiently.


Our training programs comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) No. 85 of 1993, and the Driven Machinery Regulations (DMR) 2015, ensuring your organization remains legally compliant and audit-ready.

About Us

Forklift Operational Safety Training is a South African-based training provider specializing in professional Lifting Machine operator and Driver safety training.


We aim to reduce workplace incidents, enhance compliance with South African labour and safety regulations, and equip your workforce with the skills to operate Lifting machinery safely and efficiently.


Our training programs comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) No. 85 of 1993, and the Driven Machinery Regulations (DMR) 2015, ensuring your organization remains legally compliant and audit-ready.

Mission Statement
To promote a culture of workplace safety in South Africa through expert forklift operator training, aligned with national legislation and best practice standards.

Vision
To be South Africa’s most trusted name in forklift operational safety training — raising safety standards, reducing incidents, and supporting workforce development across all sectors.

Compliance:

Our training strictly follows South African legal and regulatory frameworks.

Safety:

We put safety at the heart of everything we do.

Empowerment:

We aim to empower workers with confidence and competence.

Integrity:

We operate transparently and ethically.

Excellence:

We deliver top-tier training through certified professionals.

Services

•    Forklift Operator Training (Beginner to Advanced)
•    Refresher Training (Required Every 2 Years)
•    Lifting Equipment
•    Hoisting Equipment
•    Driver Training
•    Driver Assessment
•    Lifting Equipment Assessments
•    Health And Safety Training
•    First aid Level 1-3
•    Basic Fire
•    Fire Marshall
•    She Rep
•    Hira
•    Incident and Accident
•    Evacuation
•    Working@Heights
•    Scaffolding
•    Medicals
•    Safety Files
•    On-Site Training Nationwide
•    Train-the-Trainer Programs
•    E-Learning
•    Assessment & Certification in Line with DMR Requirements
•    Custom Safety Workshops for Your Industry

All training includes theory, practical components, and assessments to ensure operator competence and full regulatory compliance.

Legal Compliance

Our programs meet the requirements of:

  • OHSA (Act 85 of 1993)
  • Driven Machinery Regulations 2015 (DMR 18)
  • National Qualifications Framework (NQF) where applicable
  • Accreditation with TETA or other recognized Sector Education and Training Authorities (SETAs) (upon request or requirement)
  • QCTO- Quality Council for Trade and Occupations
  • Saiosh- South African Institute of occupational Safety and Health – CPD points or Continuing Professional
  • Development Points

Why Partner with Us

  • Certified, Experienced Trainers
  •  Mobile Teams – We Travel to Your Site Anywhere in SA
  • Training in English, Zulu, Xhosa, Afrikaans (as needed)
  •  Practical, Hands-On Instruction
  •  Fully Compliant Certification Issued Upon Completion
  •  Group Discounts Available
  • Post-Training Support & Annual Follow-Ups

Industries We Serve

  • Warehousing & Distribution
  • Manufacturing & Industrial Sites
  •  Logistics & Supply Chain
  • Mining & Construction
  • Agriculture & Food Processing
  • Retail & Wholesale Operations

Telephone: 010 060 0670
Mobile/ Whatsapp: 071 503 2003
Email: info@fost.co.za

Address
Helvetia House
80/82 Greeenvale Road Wilbart
Germiston
1400

Postal
Postnet Suite 440
Private Bag X10010
Edenvale
1610