Before operating a forklift, lift or other powered mobile machine, confirm what training and practical evaluation apply to that specific equipment. Ask about the site traffic plan, pedestrian controls and the person supervising the work.
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Saskatchewan includes forklifts and aerial lift platforms in powered mobile equipment. Employers must ensure workers are trained before use, evaluated by a competent person and supported by written training records. An online awareness course or provider directory is not a substitute for the training and evaluation required for your equipment and workplace.
Powered mobile equipment: training and requirements
Government of Saskatchewan · Saskatchewan law & guidance
Forklifts and aerial lift platforms are powered mobile equipment. Saskatchewan requires training before use, evaluation by a competent person and documented records; employers are responsible for workplace training.
Last checked 2026-11-12 · Opens in a new tabPart 11: powered mobile equipment standards
Government of Saskatchewan · Saskatchewan law & guidance
Provincial approved-standards list for lift trucks, mobile elevating work platforms and related equipment. Check the applicable regulation and current standards.
Last checked 2026-11-12 · Opens in a new tabForklifts and safe operations
Government of Saskatchewan · Saskatchewan law & guidance
Provincial overview of forklift standards, employer training and competent supervision. The page is written for construction and industrial work.
Last checked 2026-11-12 · Opens in a new tabPowered mobile equipment: prevention tips
WorkSafe Saskatchewan · Saskatchewan law & guidance
Worker-facing tips for forklifts, pallet jacks, aerial lift platforms and other powered mobile equipment. Use with Saskatchewan requirements and workplace-specific training.
Last checked 2026-11-12 · Opens in a new tabSafe operation of forklifts
WorkSafe Saskatchewan · Saskatchewan law & guidance
Workplace guidance on forklift hazards, employer responsibilities and safe-operation planning. This publication is not a substitute for practical operator training.
Last checked 2026-11-12 · Opens in a new tabWorkplace safety training directory
Saskatchewan Safety Council · Training provider
Saskatchewan provider directory covering forklift, powered mobile equipment, aerial work platforms, fall protection, WHMIS and other courses. Confirm current dates, cost, practical evaluation and fit for the equipment and job.
Last checked 2026-11-12 · Opens in a new tabPowered mobile equipment training and evaluation
Saskatchewan Safety Council · Training provider
Provider describes Saskatchewan PME training as 16 hours combined theory and practical experience, with evaluation on each equipment type. Its online theory option is about four hours and does not complete the practical portion by itself. Confirm current fees and arrangement with the provider and employer.
Last checked 2026-11-12 · Opens in a new tabForklift online theory course
Saskatchewan Safety Council · Training provider
Provider lists a four-hour theory course and says practical hours can be arranged for an additional cost. Theory alone is not a complete practical operator evaluation. Check current pricing and workplace requirements.
Last checked 2026-11-12 · Opens in a new tabTelehandler operator training
Great Plains College · Training provider
Listed as a 16-hour course in Swift Current with classroom and practical training. The provider describes a temporary trainee certificate and supervised operating hours to complete after the course; ask the college about current dates, fees and equipment availability.
Last checked 2026-11-12 · Opens in a new tabAerial work platform safety awareness
Saskatchewan Construction Safety Association · Training provider
Four-hour course that the provider says accounts for four hours of Saskatchewan’s 16-hour combined aerial-platform training. The course page explicitly says it does not certify a worker to operate a platform; current member and non-member fees are listed by the provider.
Last checked 2026-11-12 · Opens in a new tabMotion picture safety bulletins
Actsafe Safety Association · Industry guidance
B.C. film-specific bulletins for stunts, firearms, vehicles, lifts, electrical work, weather and other set hazards. Actsafe identifies these as recommended guidance, not Saskatchewan legislation.
Last checked 2026-11-12 · Opens in a new tabQuestions before work starts
- What type and model of equipment will I use, and where are its operating instructions?
- Who is responsible for my equipment-specific training and practical evaluation?
- What site traffic controls, load limits and communication rules apply?
Your supervisor or qualified specialist still needs to assess the task and explain the procedure.