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Order Picker Certification (OSHA Class II) — Online Course
Updated August 2026 — reviewed against current OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178 requirements
Accepted by employers in all 50 states · 3-year certificate validity
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Class II
Electric motor narrow-aisle truck
29 CFR 1910.178
Covered by 29 CFR 1910.178(l) — elevated platform also triggers fall-protection rules under 1910.140.
What makes order pickers different from other forklifts
- The operator platform elevates with the load — up to 30+ feet.
- Fall protection (harness + lanyard anchored to the platform) is required whenever the platform is raised.
- Steering is done from the elevated platform, not the ground.
- Load and operator weight combine to shift the truck's center of gravity dramatically.
- Pedestrian and rack-collision risk grows at height due to reduced visibility.
OSHA topics covered in our order picker course
- Pre-shift inspection with elevated-platform focus.
- Fall protection: harness fit, lanyard length, anchor points.
- Traveling with the platform lowered vs elevated.
- Load stability at height and rack contact avoidance.
- Emergency lower/descent procedures.
- Battery safety and platform gate interlocks.
Certification steps
- Complete online formal instruction (Classes 1–6) — ~1 hour.
- Pass the written exam.
- Employer conducts practical training on your actual order picker.
- Employer signs the workplace evaluation form we provide.
- Recertify every 3 years or after any incident.
Frequently asked questions
- Is fall protection required on an order picker?
- Yes. OSHA requires operators on elevated order picker platforms to use a full-body harness and lanyard anchored to the platform anchor point.
- Is an order picker the same as a cherry picker?
- In warehouse context yes — 'cherry picker' is a common name for stock/order pickers. In construction, 'cherry picker' can also refer to a boom lift, which requires separate aerial lift training.
- Does OSHA Operator cover order pickers?
- Yes. Our Class II training includes order picker operation. $69 per operator covers Classes 1–6.
Ready to get certified?
Complete OSHA-aligned formal instruction at your own pace. Pass the final exam for a digital certificate, wallet card, and employer evaluation form.