Professional forklift drivers in eastern Washington are invited to compete July 28 in a forklift rodeo at Spokane Community College. Those who place first, second and third will win prizes ranging from $100 to $300. In all, the top seven drivers will receive a cash prize.
Employers are encouraged to sponsor in-house competitions and send their best drivers. Participation is limited to the first 30 drivers who register.
The top five individual qualifiers from each of three regional competitions – in Pasco, Spokane and Seattle – will compete in the 10th Annual Forklift Rodeo at the 56th Governor's Industrial Safety and Health Conference in Tacoma on Sept. 26.
Competitors will test their abilities in a written exam, pre-use inspection of a forklift and an obstacle course. Applications are at http://www.wagovconf.org/forklift.htm, or by calling 360-902-5452, or 888-451-2004 (TDD users: 360-902-5797). Entry fee is $40.
There is no admission charge for spectators.
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