This ITSSAR accredited training provides delegates with an understanding of their responsibilities as a forklift truck operator under the Health and Safety at Work Act. Training will ensure that delegates are equipped with the skills to manoeuvre the trucks in a range of environments and maintain stability whilst handling different loads. Delegates will also gain a knowledge of truck maintenance and the process of completing pre and post use checks. Our courses can be tailored to suit you as we have beginner and experienced levels, with refreshers also available.
On completion of the Counter balance Forklift Truck Training Course candidates will have a theoretical understanding of the following:-
Responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act, 1974 PUWER 98 & LOLER 98
Operators safety code
Battery maintenance and charging procedures
Pre-use checks
Factors affecting stability
Stacking and de-stacking in open and confined areas
Lorry loading and unloading
This ITSSAR Counter balance Forklift Truck Training Course is for any candidates who want to be able to:-
Drive and operate the lift truck safely and efficiently
Stack and de-stack at various levels in a safe and competent manner
Carry out pre-use checks to ensure the equipment is in a safe condition
Carry out battery maintenance and charging procedures
Load and unload vehicles
Operators will receive Counterbalance Forklift Truck training on the following elements:
Responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act, 1974, PUWER 98 & LOLER 98
Operators Safety Code
Battery maintenance and charging procedures
Pre-use checks
Factors affecting stability
Motive controls
Hydraulic controls
Manoeuvring in open and confined areas
Stacking at different levels
De-stacking with laden and unladen pallets
Lorry loading and unloading
The course is delivered between 1 and 5 days and an ITSSAR accredited certificate will be issued upon completion.
Candidates must demonstrate a willingness to learn in both theoretical and practical training along with interaction in group activities.
Delegates should inform their trainer if they have any health concerns, physical ailments or if special consideration should be taken.