Forklift Truck Operator Training – Refresher

Refresher training should be carried out every three to five years. Refresher training enables employers to go over any areas of concern, revisit best practice, and feel confident in
the safety, efficiency, and compliance of the operation.

There are important exceptions to the ‘three to five year’ period such as after a period of absence or for occasional users, who perhaps do not routinely use equipment. These employees should receive refresher training before they operate the equipment.

Who is it for / requirements?

This operator training course is designed for potential operator’s who haveno previous experience of operating industrial counterbalanced or reach lift trucks rider-operated. Theyshould be over the minimum school-leaving age (except in docks where they must be at least 18 years ofage), they should have a reasonable degree of physical fitness.

Course Programme

Practical Training

  • Introduction to the lift truck to be used for training, controls and instruments
  • Correct procedures for mounting/dismounting
  • Starting, moving, stopping and steering the lift truck
  • Operation of the hydraulic controls
  • Weight assessment and lift truck stability
  • Handling unladen pallets and laden loads
  • Stacking/de-stacking procedures
  • Driving on/off ramps and inclines
  • Working in racking
  • Road vehicle loading/unloading procedures
  • Lift truck pre-use checks
  • Refuelling procedures

 

Theoretical Training

  • Health and Safety Regulations
  • Why we need to train
  • Approved Code of Practice
  • Operator’s Safety Code with appropriate Safety film
  • Lift truck stability

Optionally, the theory component can be covered though our E-Learning courses to reduce time and cost. Find out more information about our E-Learning offer and book the online component via our website!

Assessment

Basic Operating Skills Test

  • Practical test of basic operating skills
  • Practical test of ability to carry out a lift truck pre-use check

Venue

Awarding Body

RTITB

Course Length

1 Day (7.5 hours Dependent on ratio of Learners)

Additional Information

COUNTERBALANCED & REACH LIFT TRUCKS, RIDER-OPERATED

Fully accredited and in-house forklift training for operators and instructors on all types of lift trucks. All levels of experience are catered for. Novice courses are provided for those who have little-to-no experience.

Other courses are also available: Novice and experienced operator courses as well as conversion training to other types of trucks.

All our training courses meet the latest standards from the Accrediting Bodies Association – Workplace Transport (ABA) HSE advised training.

Refresher Operator Training Course Durations:

Number of TraineesCourse Duration (Days)E – Learning IncludedFully Accredited
31 DayNoYes
21 DaysNoYes
11 DaysNoYes

 

E- Learning blended Experienced Operator Training Course Durations:

E-Learning is a blended course that helps to reduce time in the classroom and away from the job, thereby also reducing cost. This allows the trainee to study the theory part at home or work and will reduce the amount of time needed with the instructor. Find out more information about our E-Learning offer and book the online component via our website!

 

In-House Course Delivery for this Training Course:

In-House training is another delivery option for this course and offers a lot of flexibility regarding timing and equipment types. It can also be much more specifically adjusted to your company’s requirements . Find out more about our In-House Training Delivery!

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