Address: 914 sherwood ave, coquitlam, bc v3k 1a6 | Phone: 604-521-4227 | Email: [email protected]
One-Day Course | Coquitlam Location | WorkSafeBC & CSA Approved
Gain your forklift operator ticket in just one day. Includes theory, hands-on training, evaluation, and official certification—ideal for warehouse, construction, and industrial job sites.
Get certified with a training program that meets industry safety standards.
Complete theory + hands-on training + evaluation—all in a single 8-hour session.
Earn your operator ticket and stand out in warehouse, construction, and industrial job markets.
Easy access via Braid SkyTrain, free parking available on-site.
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Forklift certification in British Columbia is typically valid for 3 years. After that, a refresher or re-certification may be required, especially if there’s been a workplace incident or significant time away from operating equipment.
At Metro Safety Training, forklift certification is available for just $198. This includes the full-day program: theory, practical training, evaluation, and certification documents.
The full certification course takes one day to complete—usually from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. This includes both theory and hands-on evaluation.
Register online through our website or call Metro Safety to book a class at our Coquitlam training center, located near Braid SkyTrain. We offer regular weekend and weekday courses.
Forklift training is a structured program that teaches safe forklift operation. It includes theory, regulations, inspection checklists, hands-on driving, and a final skills evaluation to earn your operator ticket.
While most tickets are valid for 3 years, refresher training is recommended when:
A workplace incident occurs
Equipment or job duties change
Operator performance declines
Forklift training is designed to be accessible, even for first-timers. Our instructors guide you step-by-step through everything, from safety rules to hands-on driving.
You can take forklift training at Metro Safety in Coquitlam, serving Surrey, New Westminster, Vancouver, and surrounding areas. If you’re searching for “forklift training near me,” you’re in the right place.
Yes—but don’t worry. If a student doesn’t meet the requirements (such as the 70% pass mark or safe driving expectations), they can rebook and receive support to succeed.
Proper training helps prevent workplace accidents, protects other workers, and ensures legal compliance with WorkSafeBC regulations. Certification also boosts your chances of getting hired in warehouse or construction roles.
Applicable Regulations
Types of Forklifts
Main parts of a Forklift
Understanding Forklift Safety
Fuels and Batteries
This is the Theory portion of the program which starts with a written test based on the concepts covered in the operator’s reference manuals. The test consists of ten (10) multiple choice/essay type questions. These tests are graded and returned to the forklift ticket trainees and then reviewed to ensure understanding. A minimum score of 70% is required to pass this phase of the program.
This is the hands-on portion of the program where the trainees are shown the pre-use inspection, safe operating procedures, and parking/shut-down procedures and then given the opportunity to practice under the helpful eye of the program instructor. *Time may vary.
Forklift ticket trainees are assessed as having reached a minimum skill level and are individually evaluated using a Forklift in a reasonably challenging course (site specific). Following the evaluation, forklift ticket trainees are debriefed and given the opportunity to address any issues they may have regarding any phase of the program. Each successful trainee’s employer will receive official records and documents shortly after the end of the program. *Time may vary.
If you work in construction, heavyweight machinery probably doesn’t intimidate you—not because you have no fear, but because you know your way around it.
Driving a forklift is no different.
You may be a skilled driver, having driven a plethora of complicated vehicles. When it comes to forklifts, however, you’re required by law to attend a training school before you can get behind the wheel.
At Metro Safety Training, we value your safety, and hold a high regard for professionalism in every line of profession. This is why we offer forklift training in addition to our emergency services.
1-2 Day Classes: Participants can cancel and receive a refund or transfer to a different course date if Metro Safety Training is notified by email a minimum of 72 hours prior to the course start date. A 15% administration fee will be charged. Please email us at [email protected].
3-5 Day Classes: Participants can cancel and receive a refund or transfer to a different course date if Metro Safety Training is notified by email 5 business days prior to the course start date. A 15% administration fee will be charged. Please email us at [email protected].
6 or More Day Classes: Participants can cancel and receive a refund or transfer to a different course date if Metro Safety Training is notified by email 10 business days prior to the course start date. A 15% administration fee will be charged. Please email us at [email protected].
If a student does not notify Metro Safety Training within the allotted time frame, they are not eligible for a refund and are liable for the entire fee. However, they can transfer to a different course date if done before the course starts, subject to a 50% non-refundable administration fee, up to a maximum of $250. Course transfers are allowed one time only.
Participants who are late may be ineligible to join the class due to certification requirements and the amount of content missed. Late participants are ineligible for a refund and liable for the entire fee.
Students who register but do not notify Metro Safety Training nor attend the course are considered no-shows. No-shows are not eligible for a refund and are liable for the entire fee. Course transfers are not permitted for no-shows.
If a student cannot attend a course due to illness, a doctor’s note may be required for a course date transfer. Metro Safety Training must be notified before the start of the course to allow transferability.
Metro Safety Training reserves the right to cancel a course due to low enrollment or unforeseen instructor emergencies. Participants will be offered the opportunity to reschedule to a different course date at no charge or receive a full refund.
Refunds must be requested before a student starts the course. To receive a refund, forward your electronic receipt to our customer service department at [email protected] with the subject heading: “Online Course Refund.” State the reason for your refund request. Refund requests will not be accepted after the course has started or if more than 30 days after purchase. All group purchase sales are considered final.
If a student is unsuccessful and wishes to retake the course, they may re-register for the same course on a new date at a 50% discounted price, up to a maximum of $500. The discount is valid for up to 6 months after the original course. If unsuccessful a second time, future registrations will be at full price.
WorkSafe BC Retest Policy:
WorkSafe first aid courses allow a one-time retest, which must be completed within 30 days of the original course date end. It is the student’s responsibility to communicate with administrative staff regarding retest fees and dates. If unsuccessful a second time, the student is required to redo the entire course, and the above policy will apply.
Your contact information, including email and phone number, will only be used to notify you when your certification is about to expire. or a change in your training program has occurred. You may unsubscribe from our communications at any time or email us at [email protected].
Metro Safety Training offers courses at your location anywhere in British Columbia. Our qualified instructors provide all necessary materials and equipment. Fill in the form below or call 604-521-4227 x 2 to get started.
