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DOL/OSHA RIN: 1218-AB33 Publication ID: Fall 1998 
Title: Powered Industrial Truck Operator Training (Industrial Truck Safety Training) 
Abstract: Operation of powered industrial trucks, such as forklifts, is the second leading cause of fatalities in the private sector, second only to highway vehicle fatalities. On average, there are 107 fatalities and 38,330 injuries annually in the workplace. ^PThe present standard has proven to be ineffective in reducing the number of accidents involving powered industrial trucks. As a result, there has been strong interest that OSHA issue a new standard to more effectively address this hazard. OSHA has revised the present standard to increase its effectiveness by requiring, in performance language, initial and refresher training and evaluation as necessary. The frequency of the refresher training will be based upon the vehicle operator's knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job safely. OSHA will also state what information the training should include. This rule will apply to general industry, the maritime industries and construction. 
Agency: Department of Labor(DOL)  Priority: Economically Significant 
RIN Status: Previously published in the Unified Agenda Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Stage 
Major: Yes  Unfunded Mandates: No 
CFR Citation: 29 CFR 1910.178    29 CFR 1915.120    29 CFR 1917.1    29 CFR 1918.1    29 CFR 1910.16   
Legal Authority: 29 USC 655    33 USC 941    40 USC 333   
Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
NPRM  03/14/1995  60 FR 13782   
NPRM Second and Hearing  01/30/1996  61 FR 3092   
NPRM Comment Period End  08/15/1996    
Final Action  11/00/1998    
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No  Government Levels Affected: None 
Included in the Regulatory Plan: No 
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