Forklift Certified in 5 Minutes

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  • @HelloAmDog
    @HelloAmDog 3 роки тому +11589

    "So where did you learn to drive a forklift?"
    "Some dope dude on youtube"

    • @lapipadelmono
      @lapipadelmono 3 роки тому +154

      I'm gonna put the link of this video on my CV from future job interviews 😎😎

    • @celticrebel5229
      @celticrebel5229 3 роки тому +87

      Actually easier than a car I don't have a car licence but got my forklift licence

    • @coffeepot3123
      @coffeepot3123 3 роки тому +54

      As someone whom'st has been unemployed for a long time and previously asked if i can drive a forklift and basically responded with: "N0.. lmao rofl.."
      When i could've just used this video as a guide and maybe landed that job .. :(

    • @emanuelcarter75
      @emanuelcarter75 3 роки тому +21

      JF forklift academy 😂

    • @NorbertKarman
      @NorbertKarman 3 роки тому +24

      Some dope dude -> Lil Wayne showed me

  • @cup_and_cone
    @cup_and_cone 3 роки тому +6971

    *Hiring Manager:* Are you forklift certified?
    *357,000 People:* Yes, Josh Fowler was the best OSHA certified instructor I ever had.

  • @Gravvvyyy
    @Gravvvyyy 3 роки тому +3557

    Completely surprised this isn’t a video of someone fucking up disastrously in 5 mins but rather a video literally showing you how to operate a forklift. Also now I am certified on a forklift.

    • @popanollie1
      @popanollie1 3 роки тому +2

      666

    • @redenginner
      @redenginner 3 роки тому +34

      He doesn’t demonstrate how to prevent an accidental repetition of the “Klaus’ first day” incident.

    • @gregpittman1700
      @gregpittman1700 3 роки тому +12

      He doesn't use 3 point contact when jumping off the forklift at the beginning of the video. I didn't know if it was serious right then and there

    • @a1rh3add
      @a1rh3add 3 роки тому +20

      @@gregpittman1700 he actually does a lot of things incorrectly. I would fail him and start the training over if this was his test.

    • @gregpittman1700
      @gregpittman1700 3 роки тому +11

      @@a1rh3add yea unfortunately I didn't watch it if it's only 8 minutes. You may be able to steer it during the practical. But when it comes to theory they won't pass with this video. Just the types of masts, stages, capacity plates, attachments, fuel types etc. Is this video serious though?

  • @jeremiah7786
    @jeremiah7786 11 місяців тому +291

    4 years later and this video is still helping lives 🙏🏾

    • @parktaejoon1777
      @parktaejoon1777 7 місяців тому +2

      Wonder if he comes back to check his comments?? newbie here and this is one of the best youtube vids I have seen (aside from baking)

    • @MyRx777z
      @MyRx777z 4 місяці тому

      Came here to learn about forklife as well because my warehouse role requires it. I'm very surprised though, the version of forklift my warehouse has is different. You stand in a knee bend position, and facing forward by looking on the left side from the cockpit. Your left hand is operating a hand crank that has a knob. You grab on it and rotate it 360° to either turn left or right.
      Your right hand is holding a joy stick controller that has switches on top of the stick.
      I test drove it and it was extremely difficult unlike this version of forklift in the video.
      You don't look ahead of the forklift when driving but by looking on your left shoulder means you are looking at the rear of the forklift. While looking on your right shoulder means you are looking at the front of it.
      Weird style of driving.

    • @forgiverainy1310
      @forgiverainy1310 3 місяці тому

      Indeed😂

    • @firefoxfive4
      @firefoxfive4 7 днів тому

      Brushing up since I haven't been in one in years and I have a job interview where I need to run one lol

  • @mrsister032
    @mrsister032 3 роки тому +2178

    Actual certified PIT trainer. This is actually legit, it's mostly just paying attention to WTF you are doing and your surroundings.

    • @robert9595
      @robert9595 3 роки тому +109

      "Certified PIT trainer"
      You use that at the bar lol?

    • @hazyb511
      @hazyb511 3 роки тому +10

      @@robert9595 😂😂😂

    • @upperjohn117aka
      @upperjohn117aka 3 роки тому +31

      Big one i find is people keeping their forks up too high and whipping around corners

    • @Jb-tt6to
      @Jb-tt6to 3 роки тому +67

      Yeah after watchin this I’m confident I’d fuck up da whole warehouse

    • @GageLeeHughes
      @GageLeeHughes 3 роки тому +42

      Also an OSHA certified PIE trainer (slightly different terminology where I'm from, instead of truck it's just equipment,) but I was extremely surprised with how informative this was, only thing he should have hit on was the zero point turning and safety data plate. Not knowing what a SDP is kinda ruins the "I'm certified" lie. :P

  • @BC___1
    @BC___1 3 роки тому +3184

    The weirdest feeling is hopping into your car at the end of the day and throwing your turn signal on to back out of a parking spot

    • @addamsiewdass1832
      @addamsiewdass1832 3 роки тому +126

      AHAHAHAHAHAHAH BRO YES

    • @dylancrankshaw3845
      @dylancrankshaw3845 3 роки тому +59

      About time i see this comment

    • @Meche-sf7qm
      @Meche-sf7qm 3 роки тому +29

      On god

    • @krisplante120
      @krisplante120 3 роки тому +17

      LOL 💯💯

    • @gf920
      @gf920 3 роки тому +222

      We have to honk our horns at every corner or intersection where I work at and I damn near honked the horn on my car one day after work at an intersection. I was tired as hell, lol.

  • @ollie2244
    @ollie2244 3 роки тому +1974

    I don’t know why I’m watching this, but I’m enjoying it.

    • @UhKimboze
      @UhKimboze 3 роки тому +5

      No replies to this comment, I’ll be the first.

    • @Acidlib
      @Acidlib 3 роки тому +7

      I’ve driven many different forklifts already, but for some reason I’m still watching this video

    • @jclark1693
      @jclark1693 3 роки тому +5

      I’ve been driving forklifts for 13 years, I don’t even know why this is in my recommenced videos but apparently I’m watching it

    • @sheadonkalei281
      @sheadonkalei281 3 роки тому +1

      Same 😂

    • @buudoom1
      @buudoom1 3 роки тому +4

      im high as shit about to apply lol

  • @VentingSpace-uw9nr
    @VentingSpace-uw9nr 7 місяців тому +63

    I'm a lady, got forklift training at my job on Monday! and I was so nervous, but watching this video, i think i got it!! Thank you so much for this!! 👍🏾

    • @curlyhead2177
      @curlyhead2177 5 місяців тому +3

      I wanna do this too but I'm nervous 😂lol hopefully someday.

    • @manisharattansingh6427
      @manisharattansingh6427 2 місяці тому +3

      Im new and the company i work at has forklifts so im interested in learning as well

  • @bigace1221
    @bigace1221 3 роки тому +2684

    This is what society should be all about! Take time out of your day to help others! You never know he could change someone's life literally!

    • @fujazzysamuel5888
      @fujazzysamuel5888 3 роки тому +31

      He really change mine truth

    • @Jovanlit
      @Jovanlit 3 роки тому +5

      Amen 🙏🏾

    • @lataviawilson8275
      @lataviawilson8275 3 роки тому +14

      Save my life I just started this warehouse job today and they said they was gonna teach me but I couldn't wait lol

    • @raeshondapayne6690
      @raeshondapayne6690 3 роки тому +8

      Right I’m a woman who just got stuck in Illinois in a motel with my now ex who’s talking to herself yelling about fuck white people crazy like she was slipped a Mickey she’s a veteran but the meds don’t work I felt bad but now it’s dragging me down my family will be pissed i went back to a fool because I had no one else to loan me 1800 for my car my funds just gone from driving from Georgia because she was stuck broke after helping me get my car out the shop I’m financing but she started calling everybody bitches people pulled out guns did crazy stuff like peeing outside pretending to be a guy my gas is on e with five dollars left the only place to call me from career builder was a place that need forklift drivers i applied still my interview is at 10: am today so I started looking videos up and I pray to god I can learn this because I have to get on my own feet and I’m too damn chunky now to dance I’ve been stuck five days now so thank you my guy these other men just hating because your an attractive black man who is knowledgeable about something that can pay great and your grammar and un shyness is something they don’t have

    • @Jovanlit
      @Jovanlit 3 роки тому +5

      Raeshonda Payne what’s yo cashapp I can shoot you some extra if it’ll help

  • @kummer45
    @kummer45 3 роки тому +652

    That man was generous. He explained in simple terms the operation of a Forklift in less than eight minutes.

    • @Fraggr92
      @Fraggr92 3 роки тому +8

      And now you have 700k people going around lying about being certified thinking this video is all they need to operate a forklift safely, when forklift-related accidents are already one of the absolute most common causes of death and serious injury in industrial and warehouse-type jobs.
      Seriously, this guy has his heart in the right place. He's trying to help people out so they can get jobs. But the reality is that the certification process is there for a reason. Just knowing the controls is not enough to operate a forklift safely, and even if you can fool people into believeing that you're certified when you're not (which any experience forklift operator would be able to spot in an instant just from seeing you drive), you're basically just counting down the days until you make a mistake and kill somebody or yourself because you don't really know what you're doing.

    • @Ap0Kal1ps3
      @Ap0Kal1ps3 3 роки тому +2

      @@Fraggr92 For real. Joshua failed his forklift exam 5 times in the first 5 seconds of this video. He's not even a certified driver, much less an instructor.

    • @forklifttechnicianguru5126
      @forklifttechnicianguru5126 2 роки тому

      ua-cam.com/video/VWn0SsLnmI4/v-deo.html

    • @kummer45
      @kummer45 Рік тому +3

      @@Fraggr92 Internet doesn't give you EXPERIENCE. This video gives a quick reference and review to foster the basics. Seeing someone driving a forklift doesn't make anyone a forklift operator. It's common sense. However the video EXPLAINS how the forklift OPERATES. A video is no substitute for full training.

  • @dwayneparkerBeEveryWhere
    @dwayneparkerBeEveryWhere 3 роки тому +7221

    You can put on your resume, that you taught 88k people how to operate a forklift(UpDated)3.5 Million……

    • @blakeburman3211
      @blakeburman3211 3 роки тому +224

      now 230k

    • @jimiboii209
      @jimiboii209 3 роки тому +74

      Dead as fuck! But true!!

    • @MrTakeOne
      @MrTakeOne 3 роки тому +91

      269k imagine if he got paid $1 from each person 🤩

    • @s.e.a6517
      @s.e.a6517 3 роки тому +20

      Nearly 300,000 people now

    • @32f3d
      @32f3d 3 роки тому +8

      301k now

  • @Poundsy16
    @Poundsy16 9 місяців тому +327

    Got my first ever forklift training tomorrow. Im so nervous as I’m the sole provider for my family. I have God on my side and my faith is strong. You are the guy brother. Live a prosperous life my man

    • @supremeweenie
      @supremeweenie 8 місяців тому +17

      You got this brother don’t give up 💯

    • @Poundsy16
      @Poundsy16 8 місяців тому +48

      @@supremeweenie 100 brother. Goin on 2 months strong been killing it. God sure has blessed me

    • @AREDITS77
      @AREDITS77 8 місяців тому +11

      Phillipians 4 :13

    • @TreasureForeverOfficial
      @TreasureForeverOfficial 7 місяців тому +4

      Hope it’s going well for you

    • @nbabottomsup4416
      @nbabottomsup4416 7 місяців тому +4

      How did it go?

  • @scottwales5966
    @scottwales5966 4 роки тому +2647

    Thought it was a meme turns out its actual certification advice

    • @DaddySafety
      @DaddySafety 4 роки тому +19

      Haha same

    • @kobyburns4513
      @kobyburns4513 3 роки тому +3

      @Leland Hugh no we don’t

    • @jonnimmo8983
      @jonnimmo8983 3 роки тому +33

      Literally the first 3 seconds in I was like... oh wait he’s not joking ahah

    • @AceS_34
      @AceS_34 3 роки тому

      @Leland Hugh skid

    • @savannahp6359
      @savannahp6359 3 роки тому +8

      If you follow everything this guy does, you'll fail your exam. How he exits a forklift is a fail, and you're not supposed to enter on the right side where the accelerator and all the levers are. This guy is an accident waiting to happen.

  • @wuxingdo
    @wuxingdo 3 роки тому +481

    This guy needs to be an instructor, I mean he just taught like 250k people how to drive a forklift. He has the right personality and skill to show others how to do this.

    • @Helium_Kennyy
      @Helium_Kennyy 3 роки тому +25

      I agree but one of the most important things about forklifts that he left out is the stability triangle. Basically, after you pick something up and are clear to put your forks down, put them down as low as possible. Otherwise you run the risk of tipping over which can lead to death if you don't know what to do when a fork lift tips over.
      ua-cam.com/video/FmHMeVTeaF4/v-deo.html

    • @theyoutubeguy1
      @theyoutubeguy1 3 роки тому +6

      Problem is that he just certified all his potential customers.

    • @Acaidia
      @Acaidia 3 роки тому +6

      @@Helium_Kennyy True, I cringe whenever I see someone driving around with their forks way up in the air when they don't need to be but as long as you're on relatively flat ground and don't make any sudden moves you should be fine assuming you're not picking up something that's heavier than the forklifts rated for. You'd have to be driving pretty reckless to tip over. I've honestly never felt like I was about to tip over before while operating a forklift.

    • @coldwarfare0078
      @coldwarfare0078 3 роки тому +1

      @@Helium_Kennyy also he didn't look behind him when he backed up.

    • @goldgg3358
      @goldgg3358 3 роки тому +1

      Bruh the instructor will just show this video

  • @lovelygacha_uwu_8679
    @lovelygacha_uwu_8679 3 роки тому +1685

    “What tilt does... it tilts it” he do be speaking fax tho

    • @DeadCell31
      @DeadCell31 3 роки тому +9

      Didn't think fax was something that was spoken

    • @TayT300
      @TayT300 3 роки тому +9

      @@DeadCell31 facts, can someone fax this speaking software to me.

    • @idontwantone132
      @idontwantone132 3 роки тому

      Straight fax

    • @ShaneFlett
      @ShaneFlett 3 роки тому

      but what if i show up, and the tilt is straight? do i gotta tilt it?

    • @MarcusDobson916
      @MarcusDobson916 3 роки тому

      "Up is up, and down is down"

  • @ChrisWong-rq1sc
    @ChrisWong-rq1sc 18 днів тому +1

    this guy is a legend. I am not supposed to drive a forklift in my job but we the forklift driver is sick today and no one can drive. i watched this video and am able to use the forklift to do what i needed to do. Great! Highly recommended.

  • @DedikateSSB
    @DedikateSSB 3 роки тому +1194

    This guy seems like he would be a good friend

    • @matthewfurlani8647
      @matthewfurlani8647 3 роки тому +54

      What do you mean _would_ be? He just gave us all the quick and dirty. Thats a friend right there man

    • @Mrkbates
      @Mrkbates 3 роки тому +16

      I need more friends like this

    • @matthewfurlani8647
      @matthewfurlani8647 3 роки тому +3

      @@Mrkbates you and me both

    • @justjust5580
      @justjust5580 3 роки тому +7

      That’s the dude everyone loves talkin too in the warehouse

    • @kogure7235
      @kogure7235 3 роки тому +1

      kinda cute ngl
      and I don't mean the guy

  • @mshark8246
    @mshark8246 3 роки тому +3103

    This is a certified hood classic

    • @christopherramirez591
      @christopherramirez591 3 роки тому +68

      He got a basketball game after work

    • @BlekSheep_1
      @BlekSheep_1 3 роки тому +50

      @@christopherramirez591 What you gotta do after work, jump a fence to get back to your country?

    • @cartelfonse4616
      @cartelfonse4616 3 роки тому +45

      Just cause he black bro you racist asf

    • @BlekSheep_1
      @BlekSheep_1 3 роки тому

      @@cartelfonse4616 He's still buying the "white jesus" lie 🤦🏽‍♂️
      RawHebrewRemnant ...check it out for TRUTH

    • @mshark8246
      @mshark8246 3 роки тому +79

      the fuck these replies devolve into

  • @Broyale26
    @Broyale26 4 роки тому +1885

    My girlfriend told me that she won't marry a man who isn't a certified forklift operator, so here I am.

    • @angiemohammed1673
      @angiemohammed1673 4 роки тому +70

      Congrats your wife is shallow, goodluck

    • @oops8685
      @oops8685 4 роки тому +73

      @@angiemohammed1673 Having standards isn't shallow Angie

    • @C4_LosCar
      @C4_LosCar 4 роки тому +5

      Are you still working in a warehouse?

    • @g-yoshi9275
      @g-yoshi9275 4 роки тому +44

      I wouldn’t say that’s shallow but I will say that whole thing is abundantly random and specific..

    • @strongholds12
      @strongholds12 4 роки тому +10

      Simp

  • @abdulrahimissahamin8304
    @abdulrahimissahamin8304 10 місяців тому +9

    So far this is the most understandable, self explanatory and the clearest video I have ever watched with regards to forklift operation.
    In fact, the guy in the video is really an outstanding operator

  • @franknitti8606
    @franknitti8606 3 роки тому +1573

    “A little white lie ain’t ever hurt anyone”
    Me the next day at my new warehouse job knocking over a few shelves

    • @ironic1767
      @ironic1767 3 роки тому +86

      We do a little osha violations

    • @jordanbell2244
      @jordanbell2244 3 роки тому +33

      “We’ll get someone to clean this up”

    • @BilalKhan-ng3ex
      @BilalKhan-ng3ex 3 роки тому +18

      @@jordanbell2244 "WE'RE THE ONES THAT GOTTA CLEAN THAT UP!!!"

    • @captaincaveman5152
      @captaincaveman5152 3 роки тому +28

      You're not a real forklift driver unless you have caused thousands of dollars worth of damage.

    • @TonyGilbert1
      @TonyGilbert1 3 роки тому +9

      @@ironic1767 hell i can't tell you how many ive seen in 30 years in construction my favorite thought is a ladder taped to another ladder it was crazy

  • @RetroTaylor94
    @RetroTaylor94 Рік тому +760

    I drove a lift for years and this guy is right on the money. He explains the functions, repeats the explanations, and visually demonstrates. 10/10 job man.

    • @oscarcoronado9566
      @oscarcoronado9566 Рік тому

      I don’t have a certificate, do companies really hire if you lie and don’t ask for any proof ?

    • @marcusanthony470
      @marcusanthony470 Рік тому +3

      Yeah but some might ask for the certification & the main thing is safety learning what to inspect before operating

    • @jamesarmitage8399
      @jamesarmitage8399 11 місяців тому +3

      Really? How about being trained to not climb through the side with the controls!!

    • @jasontrottwer4832
      @jasontrottwer4832 11 місяців тому

      I wouldn't want you driving for me then if you think he's legit. OSHA gives window lickers cards these days.

    • @crabinijig8403
      @crabinijig8403 10 місяців тому

      @@oscarcoronado9566any progress? if your lie didnt work just say you left it at home. Next day maybe get one but say you forgot it. Never say you lost it.

  • @ClarenceGSKS
    @ClarenceGSKS 3 роки тому +2497

    “Drives just like a regular car”
    * rear wheels turn 90 degrees *

    • @teddybearmaddness
      @teddybearmaddness 3 роки тому +100

      Haven't you driven a rear wheel drift car?

    • @josedufersone7543
      @josedufersone7543 3 роки тому +13

      @@teddybearmaddness lol

    • @JamcnPrince
      @JamcnPrince 3 роки тому +4

      😂😂😂

    • @BrainDent
      @BrainDent 3 роки тому +44

      Drives just like a car *with a little extra*

    • @fr3shSwag
      @fr3shSwag 3 роки тому +1

      Was thinking the same thing LOL

  • @victorjeffy5693
    @victorjeffy5693 8 місяців тому +5

    You the man buddy.
    A health and safety officer in the gulf.. Trying to go learn a skill.. N I've chosen this forklift.. So help me God🙏
    Salute

  • @juzothewizard
    @juzothewizard Рік тому +1480

    Thank you man you taught me how to drive a forklift and now I'm making 21$ an hour, when I was a cashier making 10, I hope you get all the blessings

    • @snoopdogg8223
      @snoopdogg8223 Рік тому +21

      More like 15 an hour if you’re in California 🤣

    • @Selfloathingmisanthrope
      @Selfloathingmisanthrope Рік тому +45

      @Snoop Dogg 10/hr in any other state will buy you more than 15/hr in California. Especially after taxes. Have fun being held upside down by your ankle.

    • @EyePokeYourMom
      @EyePokeYourMom Рік тому +16

      Quikc tip fellas. Get into the Autobody Industry especially if you live in California. There’s a lot of money to be made out here. I make over 6 figures a year

    • @dylantedlock
      @dylantedlock Рік тому +14

      You know they teach people how to drive forklifts at the job when they train... 😔😔😑

    • @snoopdogg8223
      @snoopdogg8223 Рік тому +1

      @@Selfloathingmisanthrope thanks i will 🤥🤣

  • @sm0k3y56
    @sm0k3y56 2 роки тому +585

    This dude taught me how to operate a forklift without ever touching one in my life, I love this guy

    • @BehindTheGreenEyes
      @BehindTheGreenEyes 2 роки тому +7

      Did you really operate a forklift? There is a job I really want, but need to know how to drive a forklift. If this video works, that would be absolutely amazing.

    • @conorsbrokentibia4805
      @conorsbrokentibia4805 Рік тому +4

      @@BehindTheGreenEyes
      I’m a supervisor at my job so I hardly ever use a forklift but sometimes when everybody is gone, I need to move a forklift and it’s super easy. I don’t even need to do much with the forks other than raise them off the ground so I can move the forklift. Half the battle will be acting like you know wth you’re doing. My first time I just sat on the forklift and just figured it out.
      I sat down saw a key in the ignition so I turned it on. Messed with the fork handles to right and thought okay, these aren’t making me move. I saw an emergency brake to the left of the steering wheel so I disengaged the brake. It didn’t move when I hit the gas so I kept looking around. Next step was just putting the thing in drive and I was ready to go. The lever for putting a forklift into drive, park or reverse, is to the left of the steering wheel too, in the same spot as a blinker/high beam lever is in a car.
      TL;DR Step 1: Find key that should be in the ignition and turn the engine on.
      Step 2: disengage emergency brake.
      Step: put forklift into drive.
      Treat it like a car. Keep your foot on the brake through all these steps until you’re ready to go. Remember forklifts steer from their back wheels and have a really good turning radius. Good luck out there people

    • @Kp-2
      @Kp-2 Рік тому +1

      I do construction and onetime the contractor asked me to move a scissor lift. I was a kid i was just an apprentice but i didnt want to seem worthless so i went ahead and hopped on and carefully figuring out the controls. It took me a few minutes to figure it out and i was able to do it with hurting anyone or damaging anything.

    • @AkronKid330
      @AkronKid330 Рік тому

      Could have just looked at a manual

    • @travis5209
      @travis5209 Рік тому +1

      I wish there was a way to figure out the amount of money this video has collectively made for everyone in the comments that are saying they got a job from this. Prob millions per year

  • @slr7628
    @slr7628 3 роки тому +808

    This man has a talent for being a good instructor. he’s very good at getting people engaged and breaks everything down so they will retain the info. That’s a trait a lot of people do not have

    • @jackstone9362
      @jackstone9362 3 роки тому +11

      He didn't look behind him when backing up.

    • @LaCokaNostra81
      @LaCokaNostra81 3 роки тому +3

      Yeah, I drive a High Capacity Forklift, and he got me watching.

    • @Chino212.24
      @Chino212.24 3 роки тому

      i remember them training days used to be chill trainin ppl

    • @chandaniwickramaarachchi1155
      @chandaniwickramaarachchi1155 3 роки тому +1

      You are very good talented instructor, thank you so much

    • @alexwilliams5799
      @alexwilliams5799 3 роки тому +3

      He said driving forklifts is just like driving a car. It isn't.

  • @katherinefletcher8840
    @katherinefletcher8840 5 місяців тому +7

    This is July 2024,this has been the only video I’ve been watching while I go for practicals once in a week…it’s really helping ….going for my tests next month

  • @dneptune1264
    @dneptune1264 3 роки тому +1139

    Not only he showed literally everything and explained very well. Even gave me confidence lol. Good instructor

    • @jbrobele
      @jbrobele 3 роки тому +31

      Nigga gave me the utmost confidence lmao

    • @tonyhndrxx1527
      @tonyhndrxx1527 2 роки тому +4

      me too

    • @forklifttechnicianguru5126
      @forklifttechnicianguru5126 2 роки тому

      ua-cam.com/channels/4uKpzGbBQXtlja5XnrE1uQ.html

    • @jefewhite4997
      @jefewhite4997 2 роки тому +2

      Definitely learned something 💯

    • @Rastaa69
      @Rastaa69 2 роки тому +2

      it’s cool we all wanting to learn something real. best of luck

  • @YungRichJr
    @YungRichJr 3 роки тому +320

    "A little lyin' never hurt anybody" - Joshua Fowler

    • @stalebread9825
      @stalebread9825 3 роки тому +9

      We do a little trolling

    • @greenarrow5217
      @greenarrow5217 3 роки тому +17

      🙌🏼 Thanks for the advice, Joshua. I applied at the hospital and said I went to medical school & got the job 🤑 Performing my first heart surgery in a couple hours. Wish me luck y’all 🙏🏼

    • @stalebread9825
      @stalebread9825 3 роки тому +2

      @@greenarrow5217 fake it till you make it 😎

    • @StaticFPV
      @StaticFPV 3 роки тому

      @Higher LVL Gaming oof

    • @33screamingfrogs34
      @33screamingfrogs34 3 роки тому +3

      @Higher LVL Gaming well he clearly didn't watch fowler's certification video

  • @finnmurtons8727
    @finnmurtons8727 3 роки тому +650

    Last time on youtube: learned to drive a cruise ship. Today, we learned how to drive a forklift. Thx youtube.

  • @ivanwacu
    @ivanwacu 14 днів тому +1

    Actually I thank this man. I've learned this online after..... I went to national examination center then I've passed well by following your guidance thanks in advance

  • @Mike-xg3mi
    @Mike-xg3mi 3 роки тому +160

    You’ve just trained more people how to drive a forklift than probably anyone in the history of mankind, well done

    • @forkliftjoe3620
      @forkliftjoe3620  3 роки тому +15

      Honestly this comment might be my favorite one.

    • @forkliftjoe3620
      @forkliftjoe3620  3 роки тому +7

      Thank You

    • @Mike-xg3mi
      @Mike-xg3mi 3 роки тому +6

      @@forkliftjoe3620 of course man! It’s true! It actually just helped me get a job, so thanks for that too!

    • @MrFreezeMrFreeze
      @MrFreezeMrFreeze Рік тому +1

      im thankful also, just helped me get a job man. much blessings

    • @GBULL1982
      @GBULL1982 Рік тому

      So all I have to do is go online and take a test and get the certificate? I already have experience on a stand up reach truck. After watching this, it’s no really that different from the stand up reach truck. You’re just sitting down

  • @blake2534
    @blake2534 3 роки тому +875

    "Turns just like a regular car."
    *has rear wheel stearing*

    • @blake2534
      @blake2534 3 роки тому +10

      @@nickg8915 isn't that just 4 wheel steering?

    • @wrendooley
      @wrendooley 3 роки тому +46

      Rear steering is used to steer sharply around corners it’s quite sensitive compared to a car

    • @WhoodaHell
      @WhoodaHell 3 роки тому +18

      It's not really all that different, conceptually speaking it's exactly like driving a car. Slightly less complicated then driving stick, you just take corners a lot faster, which is why you go really slow. Honestly feels smoother once you're used to it, wish my car could back up like that sometimes.

    • @a1rh3add
      @a1rh3add 3 роки тому +1

      And it annoyed me how he lined it up like a car. That was a lot of unnecessary travel.

    • @PrydeWater901
      @PrydeWater901 3 роки тому +2

      @@a1rh3add not easier to do, but easier to teach.

  • @mynamejeff2006
    @mynamejeff2006 3 роки тому +352

    interviewer: experienced in driving a forklift?
    me: yes
    interviewer: how long have you driven forklift?
    me: never

    • @frosty2975
      @frosty2975 3 роки тому +5

      Well if you are a man then you have driven a forklift since the day you were born.

  • @garyschmidt6754
    @garyschmidt6754 4 місяці тому +2

    I have been behind the wheel of one of these for 26 years now. There is more technique and knowing what to do when things go wrong. I have seen a lot of good guys over the years run them. I am one of those that run them very hard and fast. The biggest thing is know your machine.

  • @treektheneet
    @treektheneet 3 роки тому +109

    Just two safety tips for anyone driving any type forklift. Drive backwards around corners or blind turns to avoid risk of injuring people or objects. Don't drive around with forks fully raised and loaded to avoid tipping.

    • @TheAechBomb
      @TheAechBomb 3 роки тому +15

      I was taught to drive when unloaded with the forks ~6in off the ground to avoid catching on the floor (bad floors, bad shop)

    • @andrewdimas6878
      @andrewdimas6878 3 роки тому +6

      And always honk when ur in blind spots to alarm come Byers

    • @doicaretho6851
      @doicaretho6851 3 роки тому +4

      @@TheAechBomb Yep, also better to take out someone's shins than their dick, stomach or chest.

    • @SanMario95
      @SanMario95 3 роки тому

      @@andrewdimas6878 i would also add to "flash" your headlights a few times in addition to honking. sometimes my brain ignores the honking at work because everyone is honking so often but usually flashing lights catches my attention a little more.
      assuming your forklift is equipped with headlights

    • @treektheneet
      @treektheneet 3 роки тому +1

      This comment section is about to be OSHA certified with how safe its getting XD

  • @VoltzyBoi
    @VoltzyBoi Рік тому +527

    You quite literally helped play a role in the way my jobs played out. I went from quiting a bad place (first job), to applying and getting into a new job as a forklift driver. They knew I didn't have the experience but they still worked with me. After some while of working as a forklift driver, the owner of the company helped me become an electrician apprentice, which is what I am now. And it all started cuz you helped me gain that little bit of confidence to just say screw it and apply. Thank you man.

    • @forkliftjoe3620
      @forkliftjoe3620  Рік тому +116

      I love your story bro. Long as we help each other we can’t fail.

    • @VoltzyBoi
      @VoltzyBoi Рік тому

      @@forkliftjoe3620 absolutely. Helped make my mentality that if someone wants to learn, I'll bestow all my knowledge onto them. Teaching can be difficult but I'm always glad to share the knowledge. Keep up what you're doing man. Helps way more people than you think. I'm so glad I was able to get this video recommended to me again so I can thank you. Makes me glad knowing you also read it. Wish you nothing but the best man.

    • @ssemandaamonceasar5159
      @ssemandaamonceasar5159 Рік тому +5

      ​@@forkliftjoe3620 hey bro

    • @forkliftjoe3620
      @forkliftjoe3620  Рік тому +7

      @@ssemandaamonceasar5159 What’s up my friend

    • @njiivo5586
      @njiivo5586 Рік тому +6

      He is straight forward and simple teacher in this domain❤ God bless you brother

  • @cindytully6564
    @cindytully6564 2 роки тому +892

    I hope this guy is now a boss or the owner of his own company. He deserves it. His instructions couldn't have been more perfect, plus he's got the knack and compassion for wanting to help folks and get them to succeed. The world needs more people like this guy! 😊👍

    • @ricardosolis8155
      @ricardosolis8155 Рік тому

      Bro, dude didn't have his seat belt on. Before he starts the train. The safty vest. From the hood Boom boom Boom. I think this dude more proper training. This dude certified stupid 🤪

    • @tuexigenicholas7974
      @tuexigenicholas7974 Рік тому +14

      God bless him

    • @alcidesacevedo3020
      @alcidesacevedo3020 Рік тому +19

      I got clean just to get this type of work n i been sober n working for the same company 2.5 years.. anybody interested should really go to any warehouse n apply for forklift position.

    • @agentsbigassforehead
      @agentsbigassforehead Рік тому +6

      hes willing to help people out of the kindness of his heart. he wouldn’t last as a CEO.

    • @luiscepeda4658
      @luiscepeda4658 Рік тому

      @@tuexigenicholas7974 God bless him for what dumb as! He pulled up with no seatbelt!

  • @photerm7320
    @photerm7320 11 місяців тому +5

    You are a very good instructor! I am having a job LTL interview for a local company and they will test basic forklift operation. This video helped me understand the basics.

  • @eatright909
    @eatright909 3 роки тому +228

    "Take your time. Take it slow."
    Management: I'm gonna need you to move these 15 pallets of inventory that is 5ft high, weighs 300lb each, costs $10,000 each, across the warehouse 500ft in that direction, with heavy walking traffic and tight corners, all in 10 minutes; otherwise, you're fired. And don't fuck up.

    • @crucfx.
      @crucfx. 3 роки тому +41

      reading your comment spikes my anxiety

    • @mosh_lol
      @mosh_lol 3 роки тому +26

      You’re the one that has to live with injuring yourself or another person for the rest of your life. Fuck that job and anyone that tells you otherwise.

    • @J4CKWR4TH
      @J4CKWR4TH 3 роки тому +23

      You forgot a 0 in the weight figure, and you forgot to mention the "energy saving light bulbs" that turn off as soon as you drive away, making them now tight *BLIND* corners as well. If you're *REALLY* lucky there's gonna be a guy strung out on meth trying to play indy500 with you, or a gnarly old drunk who passed out in the aisle you've been using the last 20min. Fuck I love forklift jobs XD

    • @KOluis5150
      @KOluis5150 3 роки тому +20

      With that attitude, I'll leave those pallets directly on the door on management office, one pallets on the top of another.

    • @jfs366
      @jfs366 3 роки тому +13

      Damn I feel lucky, the one place I used tow motors they always said that they’d rather me do a slow, safe, good job rather than a fast, dangerous, shit job

  • @loswilson5331
    @loswilson5331 3 роки тому +288

    There was a time where my first warehouse job,boss goes "can you drive a forklift" me "nope" throws me the keys and says you can today and walked away. 3-5 mins later me putt putting through warehouse like I've been on the job 20 yrs.

    • @dawicked2k8
      @dawicked2k8 3 роки тому +12

      Is this in the West Coast? In NC they would never do that, because they are scared of the OSHA fines, they always say they can show up unannounced anytime, so they don’t play with OSHA

    • @elitepanther45gaming40
      @elitepanther45gaming40 3 роки тому +32

      This is how it is in Georgia! If you get training....Maybe a max of 10 minutes and your good. Main tips "don't hit anything" and "don't hit anyone "

    • @pakzgames1421
      @pakzgames1421 3 роки тому +8

      @@dawicked2k8 osha dont come at 3am... Lol this dudes from the midwest if i had to guess chicago or detriot.

    • @justinbuddy56
      @justinbuddy56 3 роки тому +5

      @@dawicked2k8 I’ve always hated the idea of some big corporation can come it at anytime and sue you. The probability of OSHA showing up at some remote warehouse where someone is driving a forklift without a license is literally 0, because they have more important things to do and better ways to use their resources

    • @slimeballson8929
      @slimeballson8929 3 роки тому +4

      @@pakzgames1421 yeah lol Chicago don’t give a fuck I used to work at a car tire warehouse & it was a bunch of 18/19 year olds like myself uncertified driving forklifts around lol but we knew what we was doing of course

  • @sxmaj
    @sxmaj 2 роки тому +370

    1.7 million people now, in my opinion you’re an official certified instructor. preciate the help man!

    • @forkliftjoe3620
      @forkliftjoe3620  2 роки тому +31

      Thanks Slim!!

    • @not1iota229
      @not1iota229 Рік тому +10

      @@forkliftjoe3620 Youre an authority on the subject dont let anyone with less teaching experience tell you otherwise.

    • @l.immanuelbell7833
      @l.immanuelbell7833 Рік тому +4

      These comments are legendary…I like how everyone is giving him his props…much respect 🫡 ✊🏽

  • @everestchika8868
    @everestchika8868 7 місяців тому +2

    I'm going for a job interview on use of forklift tomorrow 29th may 2024. Even though i did the training course before,i never had the opportunity to get a job on it. This video is very apt and precise for quick learning. It helped me for refreshers. Thanks alot bro!!

  • @rawnuhld
    @rawnuhld 3 роки тому +1311

    “A little white lie never hurt anybody”
    Bad drivers: You sure about that?

    • @Fraggr92
      @Fraggr92 3 роки тому +45

      In this context, a "little white lie" has the potential to kill or cripple someone, or cause damage worth massive amounts of money. Forklift accidents are no joke.

    • @TayT300
      @TayT300 3 роки тому +14

      @@Fraggr92 maybe if you're useless. In that case you shouldn't even be in a work environment like this.

    • @Fraggr92
      @Fraggr92 3 роки тому +16

      @@TayT300 And because of these "little white lies", a lot of people who shouldn't be in these environments WILL be.

    • @pumpikqq_-rm1uz
      @pumpikqq_-rm1uz 3 роки тому +6

      @@Fraggr92 some succed some dont
      dude live a little stop caring so much

    • @cid647
      @cid647 3 роки тому

      thumbs up for the irony of it be 666

  • @RockyZajThoj
    @RockyZajThoj 3 роки тому +318

    Incase anyone needs to know
    1: 360 check for damage or leaks
    2: hop on with 3 point contact,
    3: put on seatbelt
    4: make sure your on neutral with brake on
    5: start forklift
    6: go forward and backwards, make sure lights work and reverse beep works.
    7: unbrake and lift forks an inch or so and go
    Always honk at the begin to check horn and whenever you do a turn or reverse to alert surrounds.

    • @MisterSpaceLee
      @MisterSpaceLee 2 роки тому +47

      i just got hired for a forklift job. they asked me did i know how to work a forklift. i really needed this job so of course i said yes. been nervous as hell all day. I get on youtube to see if i can learn in 1 day. and i run across this video which literally saved me. and i ran across your comment. which makes me feel confident right now for tomorrow when i have to hop on a forklift. thank y’all so much frfr i mean that from the bottom of my heart! ✊🏾

    • @danwilliams4270
      @danwilliams4270 2 роки тому +10

      ask if there is a daily inspection form. some states require 1 daily inspection filled out and signed, by first to use.

    • @cerberusxd6491
      @cerberusxd6491 2 роки тому +5

      @@MisterSpaceLee how’d it go man

    • @ricorecklesss2678
      @ricorecklesss2678 2 роки тому +6

      @@cerberusxd6491 right I need an update I just did the same shit 😂

    • @forklifttechnicianguru5126
      @forklifttechnicianguru5126 2 роки тому

      ua-cam.com/channels/4uKpzGbBQXtlja5XnrE1uQ.html

  • @loicdragnel
    @loicdragnel Рік тому +168

    This why I love UA-cam. You can literally change your daily life with videos like this. Thank you Joe

    • @davidethridge5748
      @davidethridge5748 Рік тому +1

      Just like neo in the matrix. They really did predict this shit. I know kung fu

  • @bigmatthews666
    @bigmatthews666 Місяць тому +1

    Thanks joe you helped me pass a forklift certification in 1 day having never used one before, Thankyou

  • @shanisemitchell2483
    @shanisemitchell2483 Рік тому +123

    I'm a female going into the this position..the vid helped me tremendously. So precise & straight to the point . You're a great teacher sir.

    • @parktaejoon1777
      @parktaejoon1777 7 місяців тому

      Ahhh! Girl power!!! I actually was looking for others thinking this was somethings other ladies wouldn't do! What was EYE thinking! My dad used to do this for a living. He retired after 30 years of never missing a day! Now I get to try it.

    • @ernestogastelum9123
      @ernestogastelum9123 7 місяців тому

      @@parktaejoon1777 why wouldnt ladies do this? is not a physically intense labour job

    • @parktaejoon1777
      @parktaejoon1777 7 місяців тому

      @@ernestogastelum9123 Because in my experience I haven't seen other ladies in this role! I'm glad it's not physically intense, because I start Tuesday.

  • @niceday2dayman
    @niceday2dayman 3 роки тому +34

    He wasn't lying about the five minutes part. This man has impressed me.

    • @Mickaleb
      @Mickaleb 3 роки тому +2

      He kinda was lying, the video is 7 minutes and 53 seconds long.

    • @niceday2dayman
      @niceday2dayman 3 роки тому +1

      @@Mickaleb 100% of the information necessary to operate that forklift was explained in the first 5:15 before he began repeating himself and provided an example. That rounds down to 5 mins. Obviously there is some common sense involved but someone could talk to a person for ten years and fail to teach them that.

    • @tjrouhibjr
      @tjrouhibjr 3 роки тому +1

      @@Mickaleb “a little white lie never hurt nobody.”

  • @legendofzelda2324
    @legendofzelda2324 3 роки тому +128

    Main thing is to make sure the pallet isn’t tilted down while maneuvering. Keeping slight tilt up prevents pallet from sliding off

    • @raynjpg
      @raynjpg 3 роки тому +8

      I've never even driven a fork lift and I was kinda nervous ab him not tilting it up. It was an empty pallet, but still.

    • @Baris777.
      @Baris777. 3 роки тому +5

      Always drive with ur forks 10-15cm up if u hit someone in the shinbone it heals faster and shinbone can be repaired easly. someone that got hit on their feet or ankle it wil heal alot slower and there is a chance the person u hit in on their ankle/feets wil never recover. Thats why they says lift ur forks up a little bit when just driving around with it.

    • @raynjpg
      @raynjpg 3 роки тому +4

      @@Baris777. there's a lot more reasons to lift your fork than that...

    • @Baris777.
      @Baris777. 3 роки тому +5

      @@raynjpg another reason is to prevent damaging the floor or forks

    • @Baris777.
      @Baris777. 3 роки тому

      And if u drive electric pallet machine u lift it for the same reasons only it protect the wheels too on the pallet machines

  • @KING-MUFFASA
    @KING-MUFFASA 6 місяців тому +4

    Haven't drove forklifts since 2012 this video brought everything back

  • @cristiancaicedo-ou7xk
    @cristiancaicedo-ou7xk Рік тому +144

    There should be more people like him.... He cares about teaching and explaining how to drive a forklift in this platform just to help others. Awesome!! Thank you so much.

    • @forkliftjoe3620
      @forkliftjoe3620  Рік тому +9

      I appreciate that!

    • @jamesarmitage8399
      @jamesarmitage8399 11 місяців тому

      Yes but also some details that you shouldn't do, also lying about you being qualified in the 1st place!!

  • @girtisholland
    @girtisholland 3 роки тому +273

    This is the best tutorial on YT. I drove a forklift for a while 20 years ago. I couldn’t remember anything and watched this video before a forklift test I had (I said I was currently certified to get the job). With this refresher I passed the test perfectly having not been on one in decades.

  • @snipedevyl
    @snipedevyl 3 роки тому +98

    I’m not sure why UA-cam felt like recommending this to me, but I think I’m forklift certified now so thank you UA-cam gods

  • @ابراهيمروساريو-ص9و
    @ابراهيمروساريو-ص9و 5 місяців тому +1

    Your one of a kind man.! Tutoring people how to do this job is like you feed the hungry childs. Bravo!!!

  • @benoitbvg2888
    @benoitbvg2888 3 роки тому +166

    "It lift it up, it lift it down". LOL priceless

    • @mits6179
      @mits6179 3 роки тому +4

      It fucking got me

    • @edx21x
      @edx21x 3 роки тому +4

      “What the tilt does, it tilts it.”

  • @sirlaughalot4729
    @sirlaughalot4729 3 роки тому +281

    “Little white lie never hurt anyone” this is true when pertaining to jobs it’s hard to get experience because everyone wants someone experienced

    • @pakzgames1421
      @pakzgames1421 3 роки тому +11

      This job you can get away with it, at least where i live. your certification is only good at the place you work at. All places will re-certify you.

    • @sirlaughalot4729
      @sirlaughalot4729 3 роки тому +3

      Yea I live in South Carolina and jobs don’t care about others certifications. You gotta have theirs

  • @nathanjames7843
    @nathanjames7843 3 роки тому +385

    From someone who took the risk and jumped on and taught myself when no one was around, I feel this. MUCH much love for paying it forward bredren. Each one, teach one ✅🙌🏾🍻

    • @Snakeyes11123
      @Snakeyes11123 2 роки тому +7

      How I learned to drive one. The job I have now was having all the machines, pickers, turrets, sit downs audited, the night manager asked me to move everything to the front of the warehouse so they can look at everything. I didn’t know how to drive the sit down, he told me “this is forward, reverse, parking brake here, this releases the brake, got it?” I just hopped on after and figured the rest out.

    • @forklifttechnicianguru5126
      @forklifttechnicianguru5126 2 роки тому

      ua-cam.com/channels/4uKpzGbBQXtlja5XnrE1uQ.html

    • @alphacj
      @alphacj 2 роки тому +4

      @@Snakeyes11123 That’s how I was taught at my warehouse job lol. Took a while for me to get confident with it.

    • @Fetidaf
      @Fetidaf 2 роки тому +6

      @@Snakeyes11123 exactly the same here.
      We have 3 building at my job and we had just finished cleaning out one of them and it was nearly empty. The boss man decided to walk to one of the other buildings for a minute and i thought “what the hell” hopped on and started moving around an empty pallet.
      Here i am about 2 years later and the boss is having me get pallets that weigh thousands of pounds and cost tens of thousands of dollars off the top shelf of 30 foot racks which is next to hundreds of thousands of dollars of inventory… wish i never learned lol

    • @GORILLA_PIMP
      @GORILLA_PIMP 2 роки тому

      @@Fetidaf
      Dam thats some pressure
      You ever drop one?

  • @KY-gm8dy
    @KY-gm8dy 7 місяців тому +3

    I'm a experience forklift operator myself and cherry picker Im honestly afraid of the standup forklift 😂 but he did great with this simple video in a couple of minutes of how to operate it great brief training!! 💯💪 Remember keep the forks down when you done, watch your corners, blind spots etc.. he did well💯

  • @qpFAMLARqp
    @qpFAMLARqp 2 роки тому +72

    After three years, this video is still helping a human out! Thank you so much

  • @poorlittlebiker6476
    @poorlittlebiker6476 3 роки тому +51

    I’m a truck driver and I had to deliver a forklift, when I got there to drop it off- they climbed in and removed the blocks and the guy looked at me and was like “ready to move it”? And I said yeah. He then stared at me for a minute and that’s when I realized he wanted ME to move it and I was like “ohhhhhh no no no, YALL can move it” 😂

    • @ernestcortes1392
      @ernestcortes1392 3 роки тому +9

      Was a dispatcher, and drove @ times. Did Warehouse and residential deliveries, I would get get a kick out of people asking me to put freight in a specific place. Knowing that I can't go past a certain point, I would simply tell them sorry I'm just here to deliver @ your location. It's a liability issue, if you have any questions you can call the office. Knowing that I'm the dispatcher and the office was just going to tell them the same thing I did. LMAO. we're not movers, we are a delivery service. Stay safe out there!

  • @y2julio226
    @y2julio226 3 роки тому +77

    Now I don't have to wait for find someone at Home Depot to get something for me. Thanks.

  • @chammey8545
    @chammey8545 3 роки тому +428

    Me: Supposed to be studying for an exam in a few hours.
    Also me: *Ah yes, I would like to learn how to drive a Forklift*

    • @ASmugsie
      @ASmugsie 3 роки тому +25

      Better study for your exam or you're really gonna be driving a forklift lol

    • @gijsroelofs3589
      @gijsroelofs3589 3 роки тому

      Same rn hahaha

    • @BagboyGrubbin
      @BagboyGrubbin 3 роки тому +7

      @@ASmugsie mmhh what does that mean 🤔

    • @ASmugsie
      @ASmugsie 3 роки тому

      @@BagboyGrubbin nothing against forklift drivers, but man here was studying a forklift "qualification" video instead of studying for something that could pay him a little more lol

    • @ctaylor1393
      @ctaylor1393 3 роки тому +8

      Absolutely nothing wrong with driving a forklift for a living!!! Don't let anyone tell you otherwise.
      It takes ALL KINDS to make the world go 'round.
      Forklift drivers play a VITAL role in making said world go 'round!!
      Also: LOTS cheaper than paying back college loans!! That's your money to KEEP, rather than repaying ridiculous loans. Also: You'd completely skip the college indoctrination process, & instead learn that the world would grind to an absolute halt without blue collar workers!

  • @miamarez2881
    @miamarez2881 2 роки тому +99

    I just took my forklift test today & I passed. So I start my training tomorrow. This video gave me so much more confidence Thankyou!!!

  • @magmaapex3218
    @magmaapex3218 3 роки тому +58

    Bro I watched this shit yesterday from the time I’m posting this comment and today when I went to work I took the forklift certification test and I passed it, because of you good sir I got me a nice 7$ raise per hour

    • @alicethemadrabbit1842
      @alicethemadrabbit1842 3 роки тому +3

      Congrats!

    • @squigglydigglyhead
      @squigglydigglyhead 3 роки тому +1

      Nice

    • @Ap0Kal1ps3
      @Ap0Kal1ps3 3 роки тому

      Bro, your workplace is lacking in safety standards if this video helped you pass. I'm concerned for your safety. The "instructor" did 5 things that should get you tossed off a factory floor in the first 5 seconds of the video.

    • @magmaapex3218
      @magmaapex3218 3 роки тому +2

      @@Ap0Kal1ps3 I was already studying for about 2 weeks before I saw this but the video made it a hell of a lot easier to grasp the concept and we are severely understaffed since everybody still leeching off their unemployment checks

  • @waglefar
    @waglefar 8 місяців тому +2

    Took the course 10 years ago but didn't operate it after the course. Now i have landed a job with forklift driving so looking for some refreshment 😊 Thanks for the video 👊

  • @rayacareal
    @rayacareal 4 роки тому +427

    watching in the bathroom before I take my exam

    • @seetheanimal5867
      @seetheanimal5867 3 роки тому +6

      How'd ur exam go ??

    • @rayacareal
      @rayacareal 3 роки тому +21

      @@seetheanimal5867 I passed and got the position.

    • @seetheanimal5867
      @seetheanimal5867 3 роки тому +6

      @@rayacareal that's what's what bro 💪🏽

    • @MortyFoodReviews
      @MortyFoodReviews 3 роки тому

      @@rayacareal good shit bro

    • @bennyhaha66
      @bennyhaha66 3 роки тому +3

      @@MortyFoodReviews He didn't tell you how his shit went in the bathroom.

  • @goobiethegreat_2484
    @goobiethegreat_2484 3 роки тому +6

    The fact that this dude just gave us a simple and very understandable tutorial on how to use a forklift, he just gave half a million people knowledge to help them get jobs and a hard working, and pretty good paying job. Bless Joshua for doing this.. he might of changed a life.

    • @Ap0Kal1ps3
      @Ap0Kal1ps3 3 роки тому

      Bro this is the worst forklift video I have ever seen. And I've seen a lot of them, because I'm actually a logistics graduate. Joshua failed his forklift exam in the first 5 seconds of the video. I would be inclined to call OSHA on him for this video. It's that bad. It could get people killed.

  • @trulyhuman6227
    @trulyhuman6227 3 роки тому +217

    In truth it's better training than most ever receive in most fast paced logistic environments. Get on the lift new guy!!! We need production numbers now!!!!!

    • @kolby4078
      @kolby4078 3 роки тому +3

      Shit I learned by driving around the parking lot.

    • @killdozer3464
      @killdozer3464 3 роки тому +10

      @@kolby4078 this is how I learned:
      "you forklift certified?"
      "no"
      "here's the keys, take it to the parking lot, drive around until you feel you can come back in without killing someone"
      "ok?"

    • @t.vaimaona7219
      @t.vaimaona7219 3 роки тому +1

      Whats taking so long NEW GUY !!!!!!!
      🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂

  • @mojorisen8586
    @mojorisen8586 10 місяців тому +7

    This is proof that all heros don't wear capes 😂 start my job tomorrow and now I feel better after saying I was certified!

    • @Vibewithchery
      @Vibewithchery 10 місяців тому

      Congratulations 😊

    • @TYLERMORRIStech
      @TYLERMORRIStech Місяць тому

      How did it go I did the same and start on Monday 😂

  • @tonymane1411
    @tonymane1411 4 роки тому +307

    Where is this guy? They better be paying him big money straight to the point & very helpful thanks man !!!

    • @Sinz_-fl9nj
      @Sinz_-fl9nj 3 роки тому +7

      I can honestly say forklift operators don't make alot of money at all.....

    • @supernerdman55
      @supernerdman55 3 роки тому +3

      @@Sinz_-fl9nj lmao wtf get outta the Walmart warehouse and go be a forklift operator in construction or in a refinary, they make good money. I work in the refinary

    • @Sinz_-fl9nj
      @Sinz_-fl9nj 3 роки тому +1

      @@supernerdman55 you ain't lying but you think dude in the video gets paid worth a damn?

    • @supernerdman55
      @supernerdman55 3 роки тому +1

      @@Sinz_-fl9nj hell nah lmao

  • @wildonemeister
    @wildonemeister 3 роки тому +1544

    Do you have a license? "Yes."
    "A little white lie never hurt nobody."
    Now I know why there are so many forklift accident videos from the US.

  • @tannaviajohnson6092
    @tannaviajohnson6092 Рік тому +40

    Here I am 3 years later,been lifting and working my ass off in warehouse jobs for years,had enough and ready to drive a forklift,thank you sooo much...Im ready for the test now,you're amazing 🥰

  • @Jz-SG
    @Jz-SG 4 місяці тому +3

    5 years later Im here because I just landed a job at a warehouse and I need to know some basic stuff. Thank you fr this video

  • @robmullen7194
    @robmullen7194 3 роки тому +12

    My interview is in 25 minutes. And i am now forklift certified. Thanks so much 👍🏻

    • @umbra_xxi
      @umbra_xxi 3 роки тому +1

      You get the job?

  • @andreavalos5863
    @andreavalos5863 2 роки тому +32

    Always check fluids first. People write it off, but the initial walk-around serves a huge purpose. Saves lives, and saves money. Great video on actual usage of this type of forklift, but "forklift certification" has always included an initial walk-around inspection; an official certification, that is. That is how you treat EVERY machine you are going to use.

  • @arturo3525
    @arturo3525 3 роки тому +342

    “A little white lie don’t hurt nobody” sayyyy man biggest fact in the video 🤣

    • @ogbeborhenry70
      @ogbeborhenry70 3 роки тому

      Where are you becouse i want to lean it

    • @greetings.haveaniceday.7162
      @greetings.haveaniceday.7162 3 роки тому +7

      Until that lie turns into a sea of lies, where truth can never be found.

    • @alexrubio7014
      @alexrubio7014 3 роки тому +5

      Then I see those videos on UA-cam of people dropping pallets of eggs n shit lmao

    • @samuelsippola7025
      @samuelsippola7025 3 роки тому +4

      If a accident happens and someone asks for your licence, your fucked

    • @liljuz1981
      @liljuz1981 3 роки тому

      @@samuelsippola7025 you don't need a license to operate a forklift, you only need to be certified by your employer

  • @GatoKat-g5g
    @GatoKat-g5g Місяць тому

    He just helped a million people learn to drive forklifts and get a job. Including me‼️Thankyou sir.

  • @Slowmotion2025
    @Slowmotion2025 2 роки тому +9

    Was a packer at work got a promotion as a Hilo driver watching your video god bless brother

  • @josephtosado8097
    @josephtosado8097 4 роки тому +448

    Best forklifting video ever no cap 🔥💯

    • @brimxan5084
      @brimxan5084 4 роки тому +3

      I agree

    • @kevinlit9965
      @kevinlit9965 4 роки тому +11

      I swear. He made this shit look simple

    • @josephtosado8097
      @josephtosado8097 4 роки тому +4

      Kevin Lit after I watch this video I dead ass took peoples forklifts during lunch break idgaf had heads coming back like why tf my shit dead 😂

    • @alexvibar5700
      @alexvibar5700 4 роки тому +2

      How osha give you as a certified evem you go down is not correct ..

    • @KingDevoneoGotBeats
      @KingDevoneoGotBeats 3 роки тому

      💯💯💯

  • @MatthewAKemp
    @MatthewAKemp 2 роки тому +165

    I am one those very few employer who told a guy that he wasn't allowed to drive our forklift until he brought his certification documents. (He never did.) I am glad that you advised the viewers to wear their seatbelt, but this only teaches people the introductory basics on how to drive the forklift. There is a whole lot more to operating and not simply just driving though. You're skill as a mentor is amazing and I'd love if there was a follow-up series of videos demonstrating how to change the propane tank, opening and closing the propane tank to get into the machine, types of tires for indoor and outdoor environments, safety vests/googles/protective shoes etc. Speaking for myself and many, we would pay for an online class like that to show our staff.

    • @forklifttechnicianguru5126
      @forklifttechnicianguru5126 2 роки тому

      ua-cam.com/channels/4uKpzGbBQXtlja5XnrE1uQ.html

    • @victorpresley8774
      @victorpresley8774 2 роки тому

      man gtfoh who cares fuck you and your job lol

    • @mikelowry9709
      @mikelowry9709 Рік тому

      You one of those very few dickheads that exist for no reason

    • @YOLOnyc
      @YOLOnyc Рік тому +2

      Great video, but some safety points should be noted too, like how to use the tilt to keep your load from sliding off, awareness of how rear wheel steering works so you don't drive off the edge of a loading dock, etc. Also, none of the forklifts I've driven had the lateral movement, you had to drive the load into the correct horizontal position - takes a bit more skill but not particularly difficult.

  • @mckayman24
    @mckayman24 3 місяці тому

    I got my license today!
    im 21, i been pushing shopping carts for 1.7 years now..
    Am ready for a new job..
    Thanks forklift joe for the easy explanation..
    I went for just a lesson today, but the guy said I was better than most people who have a license, (after only being shown how to do it for 15 min a month ago)… which is surprising,
    Looking for a job now,
    But still gotta practice and get used to the controls, to remember certain things.. So i hope i’m supervised for my first handful of shifts when i get a job..
    Cheers from Australia

  • @CrossStCroix-no6dv
    @CrossStCroix-no6dv 3 роки тому +49

    I don’t really know what I expected when I clicked on this but I walked away with some info I literally needed at my current job cause I was about to get caught looking stupid so thank you my dude I don’t think anybody could’ve taught me any better

  • @cardalecalamity2235
    @cardalecalamity2235 3 роки тому +509

    “Lift it down”
    Currently taking notes.

  • @Official_G_G
    @Official_G_G 3 роки тому +83

    This man needs to provide us with a “forklift diplomas” to all of us who viewed the whole video 💯🙏

  • @marcgoodson2058
    @marcgoodson2058 6 місяців тому +3

    Just wanted to come back and thank you bro. I went in for a job as a Crown forklift driver at BMW today. I don’t know 💩 about operating a forklift but I watched your videos last night and I passed the written and verbal test today so I got the job! I start Monday!!! Thank you again bro

  • @manacfamily8725
    @manacfamily8725 2 роки тому +10

    This man literally just schooled everyone age ranging all throughout & did it all for free for us yall! I appreciate this man.

  • @luismencia813
    @luismencia813 4 роки тому +76

    You did great bro! But the first thing you wanna do is: inspect the forklift, walk around look for hydraulic fluids, exposed cables, fire extinguisher if it comes equipped with one, check if the horn and seat belt works and check for the annual inspection if it has been inspected and serviced.

    • @GodStarion
      @GodStarion 4 роки тому +15

      Oh. Tutorial on “How to be a Forklift Technician”? Nice.
      Won’t you make us a video?

    • @willd2620
      @willd2620 3 роки тому +13

      It’s actually what your supposed to do but people that be driving them forever we just keep it pushing

    • @sekou3758
      @sekou3758 3 роки тому +1

      @@GodStarion ?

    • @johnwilliams4075
      @johnwilliams4075 3 роки тому +1

      Thats the best video. Easy and simple. The rest you can read in a manual. So go cry to your mama..

    • @gregshearer423
      @gregshearer423 3 роки тому +6

      Who does that shit

  • @raymondjames57
    @raymondjames57 3 роки тому +19

    I swear, I thought from the thumbnail this was going to be a meme
    ,but I got to tell you this,
    5 years in the army working in support units, 7 years of construction working with similar vehicles,
    this man did a GREAT f****** JOB and he explained it better than I imagined myself explaining it in such a short amount of time.
    Props to the man and also Godspeed!

  • @FurryWrecker911
    @FurryWrecker911 29 днів тому +1

    He ain't wrong about lying on the resume. Most jobs are working at such a rate of speed that they can't afford to not have a driver for as short a time as possible. If you got the stones to say "yeah I can do it" they'll hand you the keys and look the other way so long as you don't break anything. I've worked my way into running so much equipment over the years by simply showing interest and confidence, and I genuinely do enjoy getting my hands to the keys of everything I can drive.

  • @SkyeFergus
    @SkyeFergus Рік тому +121

    I commented on this a while ago but you inspired me sir. I took the Forklift class offered in my area, and I'm now officially Forklift certified. Thank you for making it less intimidating for me, you're a real hero

  • @ericmckernan1749
    @ericmckernan1749 4 роки тому +28

    I love driving the forks, and I’ve been doing it for almost two years. I admire this guy for explaining it in a simple way for new operators. My job is all about rules and OSHA, so I’ve turned into a stickler when I teach new ones.

    • @goalie2998
      @goalie2998 3 роки тому +2

      You have to cover your self.
      If there's an accident and you screwed up, they will ruin your day.

  • @dreadus8125
    @dreadus8125 3 роки тому +118

    Am actually forklift certified, can confirm, this is how to forklift.

    • @slimeballson8929
      @slimeballson8929 3 роки тому

      No really ?😱

    • @magicicecube8233
      @magicicecube8233 3 роки тому +2

      yuh although doest touch on the fork height idle driving safety protocols, doesnt mention 3wheel vs 4 wheels.
      also odd for me cuz in Belgium we dont usually use gas/diesel FL's indoors (emissions n all that)

    • @bsumner1991
      @bsumner1991 3 роки тому +3

      @@magicicecube8233 LP is totally safe to use indoors in warehouses. If you're driving it heavily in an enclosed small room you'll still more than likely be ok but that's the only time it could be bad for your health.

    • @subzero6053
      @subzero6053 3 роки тому

      I'm or I am*

    • @magicicecube8233
      @magicicecube8233 3 роки тому

      @@mikeycrackson the safest height to carry your forks idle would be around shin height so 30-ish cm, this i was told so if you do hit someone the chances for permanent damage are lower(too high risk of impalement. destruction of knee joints, too low ruining peoples ankles) also read your damn weight chart on your Forklift, it's there for a reason. but yes, you've obviously been trained well i can tell. kudos fellow FL certified worker

  • @DanjimaKoba
    @DanjimaKoba 6 місяців тому +6

    Bro you made my day better for future now,i never knew it was so simple and easy like that bro,myself am a driver and i drive different types of cars in trucks but i never operate folk lift in my life,but i believe i can do it now,thank so much God bless u

  • @jamesknight1587
    @jamesknight1587 3 роки тому +321

    “The forklift controls, they work just like they would In a normal car”

    • @PilotTed
      @PilotTed 3 роки тому +11

      Said moments before disaster lol

    • @iamthinking2252_
      @iamthinking2252_ 3 роки тому +17

      Except that the rear wheels turn rather than the front

    • @knes167
      @knes167 3 роки тому

      Where's the rearview mirror to put on my makeup then?

  • @markishamack4914
    @markishamack4914 Рік тому +12

    Thank you so much I was just about to pay $150 for 8 hours of high low class you saved me some money at a hard time God bless you.

  • @toddkobelljr.2004
    @toddkobelljr.2004 3 роки тому +66

    The way he looked into my eyes and said, "a little white lie ain't never hurt nobody, u understand?" I was convinced I wanted to get a job in a warehouse.

    • @graffitionthefloor
      @graffitionthefloor 3 роки тому +8

      Trust me you don't man

    • @zureai
      @zureai 3 роки тому +1

      :)

    • @ThexXxXxOLOxXxXx
      @ThexXxXxOLOxXxXx 3 роки тому

      @@graffitionthefloor It all depends on how much we talkin

    • @graffitionthefloor
      @graffitionthefloor 3 роки тому

      @@ThexXxXxOLOxXxXx l brands in my area pays 20 plus quarterly bonus for drivers

  • @Floresflip
    @Floresflip 5 місяців тому +1

    Thank you brother. I've worked sky traks before and tomorrow they want me to show them my "skills" on the forklift so you helped me not stumble. God bless 🙏

  • @jamiemcpolin5157
    @jamiemcpolin5157 Рік тому +69

    This is great what a legend. For anyone inexperienced all I can add is never reverse without looking over your shoulder first, if in doubt with an unstable load don't be afraid to ask for a spotter, know your machine and check it's weight limitations (SWL) plate. Be sure to wear your seatbelt 🙂