Skid Steer

OSHAcampus® delivers convenient, self-paced skid steer operator training that helps learners build confidence and meet workplace expectations. Courses are online, accessible on your schedule, and include a printable, downloadable certificate of completion when you finish.

Employer and Employee Requirements:

• Employers should ensure operators receive documented training and evaluation before using equipment, maintain a safe work environment, require daily pre-use checks, and enforce use of safety features.
• Employees are expected to complete required training, follow manuals and site policies, perform daily checks, use safety devices at all times, report issues promptly, and participate in refresher training when roles, equipment, or conditions change.

There’s no single federal “skid steer license.” However, most worksites require documented training and employer authorization before operating.

Roles that commonly need training include:

• Construction crews
• Landscaping teams
• Utilities and public works
• Road and paving crews
• Agricultural workers
• Warehousing/yard operations
• Maintenance staff

Check employer policies and local rules before operating a skid steer.

You can complete skid steer operator training online with OSHAcampus® to quickly gain foundational knowledge for your career. After you finish, you’ll receive a certificate of completion you can download and print.

Some of our current offerings include:

• Skid Steer Online Training: Covers safety practices and operating procedures for skid steer loaders in various work environments.
• Skid Steer Operator Safety Training Online (Canada): Focuses on safe operation, maintenance awareness, and Canadian workplace safety requirements.
• Entrenamiento de Skid Steer (Español): Ofrece capacitación fundamental sobre la seguridad y operación de minicargadores, completamente en español.

Learning to operate a skid steer can range from straightforward to challenging, depending on prior equipment experience, comfort with machine controls, worksite conditions, and the time dedicated to practice. Our courses are designed to provide foundational knowledge and general guidance to support safe, responsible operation; actual proficiency will depend on individual practice, employer authorization, and supervision.