The Alberta Forklift Safety Council was started 15 years ago by a small group of experienced tradespeople (mainly Heavy Duty Mechanics) who have worked with heavy equipment their whole careers. Our advantage is our deep knowledge of the mechanics of heavy equipment and a comprehensive understanding of the work situations that surround them. Our experience working with the most skilled operators in Alberta and our thorough familiarity of Alberta OH&S regulations and legislation allow us to build highly relevant, thought provoking courses.

We are determined to design, build and deliver the best possible safety courses for mobile equipment operators. We succeed in this endeavour due to our dedicated team, each of whom have their valuable skills and contributions. As the equipment in the workplace changes and becomes more advanced, so to do our courses. We feel it is imperative to keep the courses as current as possible so that the information that flows down to you and your staff is as timely and accurate as possible. Many of us here are of Boomer Generation and have witnessed firsthand worksite fatalities. We are determined to prevent the next generations from experiencing the same. more... See more text