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Equipment Operator Safety Training & Certification

Southern MN, Western WI & Northern IA

Complete Training Provider Meeting All OSHA and ANSI Standards

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Tri-State Safety is a locally owned training center serving Southern Minnesota, Northern Iowa, and Western Wisconsin. We provide comprehensive safety certifications that meet all OSHA and ANSI standards, ensuring your team operates equipment safely and confidently.

Our hands-on approach helps operators truly understand and respect the equipment they'll be using. We come directly to your site for training, and you'll have your certification card in hand before we leave. This maximizes efficiency while minimizing downtime. Contact us today to get started!

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Locally and Independently Owned

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We Can Provide 2 Courses in One Day of Training - Maximize Your Efficiency, Minimize Your Downtime

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Tri-State Safety
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Boom Lift Classes and Certification

Our boom lift training covers safe operation for operators, occupants, and supervisors with practical, real-world instruction.
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Forklift Classes and Certification

Get certified in forklift operation through training that emphasizes safety protocols and proper equipment handling techniques.

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M.E.W.P. Classes and Certification

Mobile Elevated Work Platform certification ensures your team understands the critical safety requirements for aerial work.
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Scissor Lift Classes and Certification

Learn scissor lift operation with training that builds confidence and promotes safe workplace practices.

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Telehandler Classes and Certification

Our telehandler certification program provides thorough instruction on operating these versatile machines safely and effectively.
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At Tri-State Safety, we take pride in providing exceptional safety training to our customers. We would be grateful if you could share your thoughts about our business with others. Your feedback helps us improve and helps others make informed decisions. Please take a moment to leave a review  of Tri-State Safety and let others know what you think.

At Tri-State Safety, we take pride in providing exceptional safety training to our customers. We would be grateful if you could share your thoughts about our business with others. Your feedback helps us improve and helps others make informed decisions. Please take a moment to leave a review of Tri-State Safety and let others know what you think.

FAQs

  • What regions and specific areas do you provide your on-site safety training services for businesses?

    We provide equipment training throughout Minnesota, Iowa, and Wisconsin. Our experienced instructors travel directly to your facility or job site, making it easy to train your operators without sending your team off-site. While these states are our focus, we are happy to travel outside of our normal service area when needed. We work around your schedule and provide classroom and hands-on instruction to help your employees operate equipment safely and confidently.

  • Can we schedule both aerial and material handling certifications on the same day to minimize our team downtime?

    Yes! Our flexible scheduling allows us to provide up to two courses in a single day. This means your team can complete multiple certifications, such as M.E.W.P. and telehandler training during the same visit. By combining courses, we provide consistent, hands-on instruction while minimizing time away from your employees’ regular duties. All training is OSHA and ANSI compliant and designed to keep your operators, occupants, and supervisors safe and confident on the job.



  • Are your certification courses fully compliant with the latest workplace safety standards required by regulatory bodies?

    Absolutely. All of our courses, including forklift, telehandler, and mobile elevated work platform training, are designed to meet current OSHA and ANSI standards. Our training focuses on proper equipment operation, safety procedures, and hazard recognition, giving your team the knowledge and skills needed to operate equipment safely and confidently.



  • How long does it typically take to receive our certification credentials after successfully completing a course?

    Once all required coursework and hands-on assessments have been successfully completed, trainees receive their certification cards at the end of the training day, right at your facility. There’s no waiting weeks for paperwork to arrive. Our goal is to make the entire training process impactful and robust and at the same time simple and efficient, so your team can get back to work with a safer mind set and the proper credentials in hand. 



  • What does the hands-on portion of your equipment operation course actually involve for our onsite workers?

    The hands-on portion gives your workers the opportunity to demonstrate their ability to safely operate the equipment in a real-world setting. Under the guidance of our trainer, operators perform key tasks such as equipment inspections, proper start-up and shutdown procedures, maneuvering, positioning, and operate emergency systems. Whenever possible, we recommend training on your own equipment. This provides the most practical and effective training by allowing operators to learn on the machines they will actually use on the job. The assessment verifies that each operator can apply what they learned and operate the equipment safely and confidently before certification is issued.



  • Do you provide specialized instruction for job site supervisors and platform occupants, or only for equipment operators?

    Yes. Our training is not limited to equipment operators. OSHA requires employers to ensure that supervisors and other personnel involved with aerial equipment understand their responsibilities and applicable safety procedures. Ground personnel and platform occupants should also understand the equipment’s capabilities, controls, limitations, and emergency features. In the event of an incident at height, having properly trained personnel on the ground who know how to respond can be just as important as having a trained operator in the platform. Our training helps ensure everyone involved understands their role and can contribute to a safer work environment.



  • What is the typical turnaround time for scheduling a specialized safety instruction course at our business location?

    We offer flexible scheduling and work hard to accommodate your timeline. Depending on availability and your training needs, we can often schedule training within a week of your request. We understand that taking employees away from their regular duties can impact your operation, so we make every effort to find a convenient time and keep the process as efficient as possible. Call or text us today to discuss your training needs and scheduling options.



Recent Blog Posts

forklift training services
October 22, 2026
Want to reduce costly warehouse accidents and boost daily efficiency? Expert forklift training services ensure your team operates heavy machinery securely.
boom and scissor lift training
September 25, 2026
Proper boom and scissor lift training teaches how to execute gentle starts and stops, respect load charts, and continuously monitor equipment health during use.