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Person operating a yellow forklift in a warehouse, surrounded by stacked pallets wrapped in white plastic, wearing a hard hat and reflective vest.

Forklift-related injuries can be catastrophic and a costly contributor to workers’ compensation costs. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 70% of accidents involving forklifts can be prevented with safety measures.

National Forklift Safety Day on June 11 is a great time to raise awareness of safe operating procedures for forklifts, like wearing a seat belt, securing the load, watching where driving or using a spotter, and only operating a forklift if you’re properly trained and certified. Keep yourself and those around safe with these tips.

Forklift Safety Tips

The image is a workplace safety poster focusing on forklift operation safety tips. The top of the poster features a photograph of an indoor warehouse. A red forklift is depicted in motion, stacking wrapped pallets of goods onto a high shelf. The warehouse has a high ceiling with large windows and is well-lit. Beneath the image, there is a white background with bold blue text. The main blue text reads, "Slow Down and Drive Safe." Under this text, another line reads, "Six Tips To Safely Operating A Forklift." The tips are listed in black text on the left side against a white background. On the right, an orange gradient box contains a statistic in large white numbers and smaller text beneath it. The bottom section of the poster features a logo for "Express Employment Professionals" and their slogan, along with a small illustrative graphic of a person driving a forklift. Six safety tips: Always fasten your seat belt before operating a forklift. Ensure your load has been properly secured to avoid load shifting while traveling. Always keep loads as low as possible while driving. Always look in the direction of travel or use a spotter. Slow down and sound the horn at cross aisles and other areas where your view is obstructed. Do not park in unauthorized areas or block an aisle or exit.

About Express Employment Professionals

At Express Employment Professionals, we’re in the business of people. From job seekers to client companies, Express helps people thrive and businesses grow. Our international network of franchises offers localized staffing solutions to the communities they serve across the U.S., Canada, South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand, employing 427,000 people globally in 2024 and more than 11 million since its inception. For more information, visit ExpressPros.com.

A promotional image for Express Employment Professionals showing a man wearing safety glasses holding a tablet in a workplace next to a text-filled section about employment services. Transcribed Text: Companies filling roles that require specialized talent need qualified Skilled Trades workers. Work with Express to find the right company that fits your needs! Contact your local office to find your next job.

Last Updated on October 30, 2025

Jessica is a Content Marketing Specialist at Express Employment International creating content for employers, leaders, and about the workplace of today. She is an accomplished former social media professional and award-winning writer. When Jessica isn’t writing about key leadership characteristics or best workplace practices, she’s spending time with her dog and planning her next road trip.

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