Who Can Operate a PIT
True or False?
29 CFR 1910.178 Powered Industrial Truck specifically states that employees under 18 may not operate a Powered Industrial Truck.
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Comments (6)
OSHA does say PIT Operators must be at least 18 but not in 1910.178.
"The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) prohibits employees under 18 from operating forklifts in non-agricultural employment in 29 CFR 570.585 Occupations involved in the operation of power-driven hoisting apparatus (Order 7). (Google AI Generated)"
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) also prohibits minors from working in hazardous occupations, including:
Driving or working as an outside helper on a motor vehicle, including in or about a mine
Operating power-driven machinery or hoisting apparatus
Working in manufacturing, processing, and mining occupations
Working in communications or public utilities jobs
Working in construction or repair jobs
29 CFR 570.585 Occupations involved in the operation of power-driven hoisting apparatus (Order 7) may be found here:
https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-29/subtitle-B/chapter-V/subchapter-A/part-570/subpart-E/section-570.58
Also prohibits under 18 from operating Cranes, Derricks, Elevators, Hoists, and Manlifts. There are exceptions like for passenger and automatic elevators.
All only applies to NON-Agriculture occupations.
1910.178 doesn’t specifically state this. OSHA & Federal law states it is a violation for anyone under 18 or over 18 who is not certified to operate a forklift.