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​Forklift Training/competency is vital for any business that uses a forklift machine. Our training provides delegates with the knowledge and practical skills needed to safely operate forklifts in the workplace.

Forklift Machines covered:
Industrial Counterbalance Forklift*
Reach Truck*
Telescopic Material Handler*
Rough Terrain Forklift*
Side - Loader Forklift 

*Can be completed via the NPORS or In-House route.

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Course Levels

​Forklift truck courses are available for beginners with no experience, experienced operators who have no formal training, and for those needing refresher training as it’s been a while since they completed their initial training.

  • Novice (Beginner)

  • Experienced (No formal training)

  • Refresher (Renewal)

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Course Content

  • Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act, 1974, PUWER 98 & LOLER 98

  • Operators Safety code

  • Re-charging of Diesel, Gas or Electric Forklifts

  • Pre-use checks

  • Hazard Awareness

  • Factors affecting stability/Weight Assessment

  • Handling Loads

  • Motive and hydraulic controls of the Forklift

  • Manoeuvring the Forklift Truck in open and confined areas

  • Stacking at different levels

  • De-stacking with laden and un-laden pallets

  • How to handle slopes and ramps

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