Experienced Forklift Drivers

For experienced forklift users, training is typically focused on refreshing their skills, enhancing their knowledge, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. It may also involve advanced techniques, adapting to new equipment, and addressing any unsafe habits they may have developed.

Training we can offer:

B1 refreshers, Conversion up to B2 & B3

MEWPS

Reach Truck D1,D2,D3

Pivot Steer P1

Side Loader M1,M2,M3

Pallet Truck A1, A2 electric

Pallet Stacker A5 manual

Telescopic J2, J3

Very Narrow Aisle

1. Refresher on Legal Responsibilities

• Updates on changes in relevant legislation (e.g., LOLER, PUWER).
• Reinforcing the operator’s and employer’s legal responsibilities.
• Importance of maintaining certification validity.

2. Advanced Forklift Operations

• Handling difficult loads (e.g., oversized, irregular, or fragile loads).
• Operating on challenging terrains (e.g., slopes, uneven surfaces).
• Maneuvering in confined spaces and narrow aisles.
• Working with specialized forklift attachments (clamps, rotators, sideshifters).

3. Load Stability and Center of Gravity

• Detailed focus on the forklift’s stability triangle.
• Handling off-center or unbalanced loads safely.
• Weight distribution and how different load shapes affect stability.
• Techniques to prevent tipping.

4. Advanced Hazard Awareness

• Identifying less obvious workplace hazards (blind spots, sloped floors, multiple forklifts operating).
• Working in environments with high pedestrian traffic or shared spaces.
• Avoiding hazards specific to industries (e.g., in warehouses, manufacturing, construction).
• Risk assessment for unusual tasks or complex operations.