Forklifts are large, motorised vehicles used in the manufacturing industry. They’re utilised to move and raise large items. Forklifts offer a variety of potential risks to the user and people in the area due to components such as pronged forks and the conditions in which they are utilised. It is the obligation of the site owner or employer to create a safe working environment for all employees. This entails keeping the forklift in excellent operating order, providing personnel with the necessary health and safety equipment, and guaranteeing that they have or will obtain the necessary training. 

Our industrial forklift training complies with all regulatory standards and may be customised to incorporate any additional training components that your company requires. All of our teachers are highly trained and have industry expertise, and we are a fully accredited training centre. 

We also provide training for complete beginners as well as people with more expertise operating and using this sort of equipment. Visit our website to learn more about the courses we provide, or give us a call to discuss custom training for your forklift operators.

Who Should Take Industrial Forklift Training?

Any employee or individual who will be using this sort of machinery must complete industrial forklift training. As a result, this training course should be considered for any employees who need to utilise a forklift, as well as managers and supervisors. Individuals interested in advancing their careers in the construction or warehousing industries can also enrol in the course.

Course Objectives

Forklift operators are required by law to have adequate safety training. This protects their personal safety as well as the safety of everyone else on the premises. Participants will also work toward certification from the certifying organisation. Participants in the industrial forklift truck training will work toward getting their red card as well. Delegates can obtain the red card by obtaining their CITB NVQ once the red card has been obtained.

What Will Participants Learn?

The training begins with a review of basic construction health and safety regulations. Basic balancing training as well as how to read and interpret manufacturer handbooks will be covered. Participants will learn how to load and unload the machine securely, as well as how to travel safely in a restricted space with or without a load.

• Legal regulations for forklift operators and employers
• Typical forklift hazards
• Basic maintenance and repairs
• Counterbalance stability
• Pre-use inspection of the machine
• Setting the forklift up for various load types
• Using the vehicle on a variety of terrain types
• Manoeuvring in confined spaces
• Safe use of the forklift

We work with companies of all sizes to assist them reduce the number of incidents that occur on their premises. You can see all of our courses on our website or contact us at 0330 175 5669 to talk to a member of our staff about any questions or concerns you may have.