Forklift and Safety Resources

These sites contain a wealth of information on forklift and workplace safety as well as Canadian and Provincial Regulations.

WorkSafeBC Regulations
This site contains information on BC’s Rules and Regulations as well as guidelines for OHS.
» BC Regulations Page

WorkSafeBC Hazard Alerts
This page has information on accidents every operator should be aware of to avoid repeating the same mistakes.
» Hazard Alert Page

Canadian Standards Association
The CSA develops standards for Canadian businesses. This site contains a wealth of information for the safety, quality and performance of your forklift.
» CSA Home Page

Industrial Truck Standards Development Foundation
This organization develops the standards used in the US for the manufacture maintenance and operation of lift trucks. This site provides free downloads for these US standards.
» Lift Truck Standards Page

Human Resource and Skills Development Canada
Information on Canadian Occupational Health and Safety regulations and guidelines.
» Home Page

Workers Compensation Act
This document contains rules and regulations for workplace safety for BC.
» Contents Page

Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOSH)
Canadian Government Agency for that provides help and advice on Occupational Health and Safety.
» Home Page

Industrial Accident Prevention Association (IAPA)
The IAPA is an Ontario non-profit organization for the prevention of workplace accidents. There are many useful downloads and information on OHS available on this page.
» Home Page