National Forklift Safety Day will be a hybrid event in 2026National Forklift Safety Day to be hybrid event in US
Washington, United States
The US’ Industrial Truck Association’s (ITA) 13th annual National Forklift Safety Day, will be held as a hybrid event this year on Tuesday, June 9 with the in-person event held at the National Press Club in Washington.
ITA says the event is an opportunity for forklift manufacturers to highlight the safe use of forklifts, the value of operator training and the need for daily equipment checks.
“ITA is proud to host the 13th National Forklift Safety Day and to reaffirm our industry's commitment to safety,” says Brian Feehan, president of ITA.
“As our industry continues to evolve, the importance of comprehensive forklift operator training and a strong safety culture has never been greater. National Forklift Safety Day serves as an important reminder — and a call to action — to keep safety at the forefront of our operations every day, year after year.”
The National Forklift Safety Day 2026 will continue with the format or previous years and will include presentations from government representatives, safety experts and industry leaders, allowing for the sharing of insights, reinforcing best practices and advancing the collective commitment to forklift safety.
Registration for the both the in-person and online events can be made on ITA’s website.
MHS Lift named top workplace again
Pennsauken, NJ, United States
MHS Lift receives workplace award for second consecutive year
New Jersey-based warehousing and distribution solutions provider MHS Lift, has been awarded a 2026 Top Workplaces USA award for the second consecutive year.
Founded in 1970, MHS Lift is a second-generation family and employee-owned business.
Winners of the Top Workplaces USA awards are determined by employee feedback captured in a confidential survey conducted by independent HR research and technology company, Energage.
The awards are open to companies with more than 150 employees and which have created exceptional, people-first workplaces.
Andy Levin, co-president, says: “At MHS Lift, our people are the heart of everything we do”.
“We’ve made culture a priority for years because we want to make MHS Lift a place where people feel respected, supported and part to our company’s success,” he continues.
Brett Levin, co-president at MHS Lift adds: “If we expect our team to deliver at a high level, we have to support them at that same level. That means investing in competitive benefits, opportunities for professional growth and clear paths to success.”