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Forklift Truck Training

MULTI-DIRECTIONAL FORKLIFT TRAINING

The Rider Operated Multi-Directional Lift Forklift Truck is commonly used in industry both inside and outside of a warehouse to move and handle long loads and where space is restricted. They are commonly used by Timber Merchants, Steel Fabrication Companies and Racking manufacturers.

Whats Included?

  • Introduction & Aims
  • The Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
  • The Provision & Use of Work Equipment Reg 1998 (PUWER)
  • The Lifting Operations & Lifting Equipment Regs 1998 (LOLER)
  • Forklift truck stability and instability
  • Pre-Use Checks & Maintenance of the forklift truck
  • Refueling procedures / Battery charging procedures
  • Introduction to the forklift and use of controls
  • Safe Operating Methods, Hazards & Manoeuvring
  • Safe Operating in confined spaces
  • Stacking and de-stacking in Industrial Racking
  • Bulk Stacking & Lorry Loading
  • Theory Test
  • Practical Assessment
  • Course Evaluation
  • Operator’s safety Video

Courses Applicable

Novice

Multi-directional

1 – 3 Candidates

Multi-directional

3 – 5 Days

Experienced

Multi-directional

1 – 3 Candidates

Multi-directional

2 – 3 Days

Conversion

Multi-directional

1 – 3 Candidates

Multi-directional

1 – 2 Days

Refresher

Multi-directional

1 – 3 Candidates

Multi-directional

1 Day

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Stop Accidents & Deaths

Under UK law, forklift operation is not just about skill – it’s a legal responsibility.

The main laws covering forklift operations include:

  • Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 – Sets out the duty of care employers have to protect their staff, visitors, and anyone affected by their work.

  • Provision & Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER 1998) – Requires all work equipment (including forklifts) to be suitable, well maintained, and only used by trained people.

  • Lifting Operations & Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER 1998) – Ensures that lifting equipment and attachments are strong, stable, and inspected regularly.

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  • Overturning – Often caused by sharp turns, speeding, or uneven ground.
  • Collisions with pedestrians – A leading cause of workplace injuries when walkways aren’t clearly marked or drivers aren’t alert.
  • Overloading or unstable loads – Loads that are too heavy or poorly stacked can tip, fall, or destabilise the truck. & More

RTITB Accredited & NORS Registered

All our accredited courses include NORS registration (National Operator Registration Scheme) – giving operators an official record of their training and proof of qualification that employers can easily verify.

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What Makes This Important:

  • Provides secure, centralised proof of training recognised across the UK
  • Makes refresher training and re-certification easier to track
  • Reduces admin for employers – no lost certificates or training records
  • Shows compliance with industry standards and HSE expectations
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