56-Hour Forklift Operator

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56-Hour Forklift Operator

Course Code: LOG-FRKLFT

This 56-hour course meets the training requirements of 29 CFR 1910.178. You will receive training in operating instructions, review of standards, truck controls, vehicle stability, vehicle capacity, compositions of loads, clam shell forklift, and much more to keep you safe and effective in your forklift work. This training includes an operator evaluation. Cost includes tuition and insurance fee.

Available Classes

Course Register Dates Price
This course provides an overview of distribution and logistics management. Core topics may include warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, operations management, software systems, safety/security, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base of the functions, techniques and tools utilized in warehouse and distribution centers and their role in various industry settings.
Meeting times and locations:
03/08/25 - 03/29/25
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage , Room 101
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
03/08/25 - 03/29/25
Sat, Sun 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage , Room 101
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
View course details for 56-HR Forklift Operator ‌‌
This course provides an overview of distribution and logistics management. Core topics may include warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, operations management, software systems, safety/security, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base of the functions, techniques and tools utilized in warehouse and distribution centers and their role in various industry settings.
Meeting times and locations:
04/19/25 - 05/10/25
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage , Room 101
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
04/19/25 - 05/10/25
Sat, Sun 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage , Room 101
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
View course details for 56-HR Forklift Operator ‌‌
This course provides an overview of distribution and logistics management. Core topics may include warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, operations management, software systems, safety/security, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base of the functions, techniques and tools utilized in warehouse and distribution centers and their role in various industry settings.
Meeting times and locations:
06/07/25 - 06/28/25
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage , Room 101
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
06/07/25 - 06/28/25
Sat, Sun 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage , Room 101
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
View course details for 56-HR Forklift Operator ‌‌
This course provides an overview of distribution and logistics management. Core topics may include warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, operations management, software systems, safety/security, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base of the functions, techniques and tools utilized in warehouse and distribution centers and their role in various industry settings.
Meeting times and locations:
07/19/25 - 08/09/25
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage , Room 101
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
07/19/25 - 08/09/25
Sat, Sun 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage , Room 101
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
View course details for 56-HR Forklift Operator ‌‌
This course provides an overview of distribution and logistics management. Core topics may include warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, operations management, software systems, safety/security, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base of the functions, techniques and tools utilized in warehouse and distribution centers and their role in various industry settings.
Meeting times and locations:
09/13/25 - 10/04/25
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage , Room 101
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
09/13/25 - 10/04/25
Sat, Sun 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage , Room 101
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
View course details for 56-HR Forklift Operator ‌‌
This course provides an overview of distribution and logistics management. Core topics may include warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, operations management, software systems, safety/security, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base of the functions, techniques and tools utilized in warehouse and distribution centers and their role in various industry settings.
Meeting times and locations:
10/25/25 - 11/15/25
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage , Room 101
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
10/25/25 - 11/15/25
Sat, Sun 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage , Room 101
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
View course details for 56-HR Forklift Operator ‌‌

Scholarship Opportunities

If you're unemployed, underemployed, or justice involved, you may qualify for Building Bridges, a partnership between Craven Community College and the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina. Supported certification programs are Forklift and Truck Driver Training (CDL). Get more information.

Funding Opportunities 

This program is eligible for the Volt Toolbelt Trust, which covers up to 100% of registration costs. Visit our Volt Toolbelt Trust page to learn more.

Contact Information

Volt Center
205 First Street
New Bern, NC 28562
252-633-0857

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