Forklift Training for drivers and MHE operators
Employers have a legal responsibility to ensure that their staff receive basic MHE training and testing on all forklift equipment they will operate. This not only reduces the likelihood of accidents in the warehouse, but improves the safety of both operators and pedestrians.
Why use Jungheinrich forklift licence training solutions?
Jungheinrich offer complete training solutions for all categories of forklift and materials handling equipment, with dedicated training centres supported by a UK wide network of field based AITT registered instructors, there's always forklift training available near you.
The materials handling and FLT training courses we offer meet all industry best practice guidelines, working alongside leading associations and accrediting bodies to ensure we deliver the highest standard of education and safety awareness for every course.
Each and every one of our customers receives the best value, quality of instruction and safety training at a competitive price.
***Important information about operator training to consider before applying***
In the UK, forklift training is unlike obtaining a driving licence for a car or other motor vehicle. While a driving licence is a general license that allows individuals to drive any type of car, forklift training is specific to the type of forklift being used. There are several different types of forklifts, each with unique features and operating requirements. As such, individuals must receive specific training and certification for each type of forklift they are operating (counterbalance, reach truck, VNA turret truck or ride on pallet truck, for example). Forklift training also includes instruction on how to operate the machinery safely and efficiently, as well as how to perform inspections. Therefore, while obtaining a driving licence may allow individuals to operate any car or vehicle, forklift training is tailored to the specific type of machinery being used, and is necessary for ensuring safe and effective operation.
You must know which truck type you wish to train for before we can provide you with a quote for certification. This certification does not fulfil the role of a so-called 'licence to operate material handling equipment’ but instead provides evidence that you have undertaken training on a specific form of equipment.
Forklift training courses
Our complete package of forklift training courses can be fully, or part, managed by our dedicated team of instructors. This ensures that making a booking and fulfilling your training requirements is quick and simple. Detailed reports and cost analysis can be made available for all training options. Our FLT and MHE training matrix can be viewed or downloaded below for guidance
Jungheinrich provide the relevant forklift training to enable you to have a designated member of your own team with the qualifications to train your staff on site.
- 10 day Accredited Instructor
- 5 day Re-registration
- 5 day In-house Instructor (Non accredited)
Course content
- Current Legislation - (HASAWA 1974 / PUWER 1998 / LOLER 1998 / ACOP L117)
- Operator safety code
- Basic Operating Skills Test to Instructor Standard
- Instructional Techniques
- The Role of the Instructor
- Simple Job Analysis
- Principles of Instruction
- Preparation of a Syllabus
- Skills Assessment
- Classroom Lesson
- Questions and Answers
- Practical Lessons
- Report Writing
- Theoretical Assessment
- Practical Assessment
Course outcome
On the completion of the training candidates will be able to:
- Operate a forklift truck to the standard required for FLT truck instructors.
- Structure training material into a logical sequence for developing knowledge and skills.
- Adopt an effective style for teaching skills appropriate to the type of truck involved.
- Adopt an objective and critical approach towards the effectiveness of the instruction.
- Present the appropriate method of assessment to confirm candidate’s competence.
- Assess candidate’s basic operating skills and knowledge in accordance with requirements.
Jungheinrich Forklift training solutions can offer a wide range of courses suited to all your warehouse requirements, such as:
- Managers / Supervisors Course
- Rope Escape
- MEWP (Scissor Lift and Boom Access Platforms)
- Telehandlers
- Overhead cranes
- Tow Tugs
- Heavy Plant
- Manual Handling
- First Aid
- Fire Marshall
