Forklift Training
Forklift Training Courses that suit your needs
It’s important that all forklift operators attend forklift training that meets approved standards. Forklifts are an essential piece of equipment in the workplace when it comes to material handling. However, they do come with additional risks.
Forklift training is essential no matter if you’re a small business, construction site, factory or warehouse. Not a business and want to receive training for a new job opportunity? Don’t worry, we have you covered.
Forklift courses can be done on your work site or at our training centre based in Barnsley. All of our forklift courses are accredited through AITT.
The duration and maximum delegates per course will depend on three main factors:
- Truck Type (counterbalance, reach, pivot etc – see below)
- Course Type (refresher, experienced, novice or conversion)
- Restrictions (do you use racking, lorry loading, above 3m etc)
More information on the training times can be found on our ‘How long does forklift training take‘ news page.
Reach Truck
Pallet Mover
Pallet Stacker
Frequently Asked Questions
They are both the same. In actual fact there is no such thing as a ‘forklift licence’. However, as training providers regularly provide Photo ID Cards to prove certification, these are often presumed to be forklift licences.
The minimum age is 16. However, if you work on a dock this is then increased to 18.
Your forklift license / certification will last for 3 to 5 years, dependent on the employer.
Most employers expect refreshers every 3 years in order to ensure the health and safety of everyone at work.
No. The only requirement is to be over 16 and to have passed your forklift training.
Most employees will expect forklift operators to have a valid forklift certification and that this be accredited. It is mandatory under the HSE guidelines that all operators have received training.
Additionally you must be fit and well to drive a forklift.
No. We regularly train operators who have never touched a forklift before. Provided you listen well and follow the instructors instructions, you should have no issues in passing.
Yes. You will need training for each different truck you will be driving.
If you’re only going to be driving one type of forklift, then you will only require training on that one truck.
Technically yes. It must be registered with the DVLA for road use, taxed, number plate and you must have a full drivers license as well as your forklift certification.
None. They are all accrediting bodies under the ABA and recognised as providers of forklift training.
If you are accredited with AITT, this is no different to being accredited with RTITB.
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