
HANDS-ON FORKLIFT TRAINING
Rough Terrain Forklift Certification
ROUGH TERRAIN FORKLIFT CERTIFICATION
$400
Get real seat time on a rough terrain forklift. At our Lawrenceville, Georgia training facility, you’ll work directly with an instructor and operate a telehandler yourself—not just sit through a classroom course. This is an OSHA compliant certification.
You’ll learn how to inspect the equipment, maneuver safely, lift and position loads, and demonstrate the hands-on skills required to complete your Rough Terrain Forklift Certification.
Certification Includes
Safety Fundamentals
Learn pre-operation inspection, hazard awareness, stability, load handling, and essential safe-operating practices for rough terrain forklifts.
Equipment Operation
Get hands-on practice operating a telehandler, including maneuvering, lifting, positioning, and load-handling exercises.
Practical Evaluation
Demonstrate safe equipment operation through hands-on exercises and an instructor-led practical evaluation.
Course Completion
Complete the required instruction and evaluation and receive your Seat Time forklift certification documentation.

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HANDS-ON ROUGH TERRAIN FORKLIFT TRAINING

TRAIN ON REAL EQUIPMENT
Train on a Lull (aka a telehandler). You’ll practice equipment inspection, maneuvering, lifting, positioning, load handling, and safe operating techniques.
PRACTICE WITH AN INSTRUCTOR
Work directly with an instructor as you practice operating the equipment and complete your hands-on practical evaluation.
COURSE DURATION:
Typically 4 HOURS

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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. You can register multiple employees for the same scheduled class using the employee quantity selector. If you need training for a larger group or have specific scheduling needs, contact Seat Time and we can coordinate the best option.
Plan for approximately a half day of training. Actual training time can vary based on class size, experience level, and the amount of hands-on practice required.
Employees should arrive ready for hands-on training and wear appropriate work clothing and closed-toe footwear. Bring any company-required PPE you normally use on the job. If additional items are needed for your class, Seat Time will let you know in advance.
Yes. The hands-on portion of this course uses a telehandler (aka a lull) which is considered a rough terrain forklift. Vertical straight masts are also considered Rough Terrain forklifts. We are certified for a class 7.
This course is intended for forklift operators who already have experience. If you’re new to forklifts or heavy equipment, ask us about introductory training options.
No, you’ll be certified to operate any PIT that is a class 7 vehicle.
Bring a form of ID, closed-toe shoes, weather-appropriate clothing (we may train outside), and a lunch item or snack for 8-hour sessions. We do have a refrigerator. Seat Time provides PPE as necessary, water, and coffee.

Our Training Locations
Public training is held at our facility in Lawrenceville, GA.
Need Training for your company or group? We may be able to bring training to your location when the site and equipment are appropriate. Additional travel, equipment, or logistics fees may apply depending on your training needs.