JLG Industries Inc., based in McConnellsburg, Pa., updated its JLG University learning platform to enhance the way it delivers training programs through a more modern experience. JLG University offers American National Standards Institute- (ANSI-) required safety training courses for machine operators, service technicians, and supervisors. It also has a Train-the-Trainer Program, which qualifies instructors nationwide to train operators.
Training opportunities available through JLG University are designed to help develop safety and confidence in jobsite crews while making sure on-site supervisors and equipment users are compliant with the up-to-date industry standards and regulations.
“As the access industry continues to experience exponential growth, the need for quality, expert-led training is more important than ever,” says Rick Smith, director of product training at JLG. “That’s why we’re making significant investments in our training offerings, combining JLG University and AccessReady into one all-encompassing, all-new JLG University platform.”
JLG University offers users access to a library of training content and videos, as well as learning paths for continued growth. Smith says, as part of the site’s upgrades, training managers have improved ways to manage and track employees’ training, including the ability to assign courses, view students’ progress through programs and download completion certificates, and access new digital operator IDs. For instructors in the JLG Training Network, their user experience includes more resources and teaching aids, the ability to purchase and assign courses, and access to new business-creation tools.
“This newly launched platform enables us to deliver our world-class training to our customers through a truly industry-leading experience, helping them to grow their skills and increase the knowledge they need to excel in an evolving construction industry,” says Smith. “Another important part of the site upgrade is that JLG University now is available through a single sign-on and connects with other JLG platforms, including JLG.com and OnlineExpress. This allows JLG to offer training opportunities for users to access along their equipment journey.”
Courses are available in several formats, including the following:
- Traditional classroom settings at JLG training centers and customer locations, which are led by industry experts
- Instructor-led online training
- Self-paced e-learning
