In our industry there are thousands of forklifts in use everyday. However we encounter situations where these forklifts are not being used correctly.

Forklifts are engineered and designed for lifting purposes and not for towing equipment or pushing snow. Forklift tines if drilled are not safe for lifting and should be removed from service.

MSA offers FREE online theory based training for safe operations of power mobile equipment (PME). Click here to learn more: Introduction to PME Registration

For tracking your staff’s training and competency of PME, please download this checklist: PME Operator Competency Checklist

MSA also offers FREE downloadable Safe work practices for forklifts:

Safe Work Practices for Forklifts

For more information please refer to the attached provincial guidelines for safe operation of forklifts. Provincial Guidelines for Safe Operation of Forklifts

OHC Level 2 Training February 2nd

On February 2^nd MSA is offering a FREE live virtual training course for Occupational Health Committee members on Inspections & Investigations. This OHC Level 2 training includes what and how to inspect in the workplace as well as the investigation procedures.

To learn more or register, click here: OHC Level 2 Training

For 2023 we have many training options available both in the classroom as well as live virtual. To learn more or register:

2023 Classroom Course Calendar, click here: Classroom Course Calendar

2023 Live Virtual Course Calendar, click here: Live Virtual Course Calendar

Inspecting your facility is an OHS legislated requirement and a proactive activity in identifying hazards. When was the last time you had a safety inspection completed at your facility by an industry recognized safety professional?  

MSA members are invited to enroll in our FREE Annual Inspection Program and have an MSA Safety Advisor conduct a workplace inspection at your facility annually.

Members will receive a Certificate of Participation and a report with inspection items to follow up. Click here to register now for 2023:

2023 Annual Inspection Program Request Form

MSA Safety Advisors will be in Swift Current and North Battleford in the near future. If your business is interested in having a MSA advisor come out at no additional charge to provide onsite safety services, contact us at: info@motorsafety.ca or at 306-721-0688.

If you have any further safety information that you feel should be communicated to our industry and membership, please email: info@motorsafety.ca

Sincerely,

Ryan J. Bast, CRSP

Programs Services Manager