Offers

Objectives

To provide semi-skilled operators of forklift trucks who have received formal training and are in possession of a Certificate of Basic Training, and to update existing knowledge and skills to safely and efficiently carry out their duties on a different machine.

Contents

Classroom instruction on the following:

• Legislation


• Operators safety code


• Forklift truck stability


• Factors causing forward / sideways tipping


• Familiarisation of different machines

Practical instruction and delegate participation on the following:

• Pre-start and operational checks


• Driving and manoeuvring


• Stacking / de-stacking at low level, eye level and high level


• Correct shutdown and parking procedures


• Familiarisation of different machines

A written multiple-choice questionnaire and practical test must be completed satisfactorily to qualify for Certificate of Basic Training.

NB

A 1-2 day course is available for operators who require a re-test or familiarisation for a different machine.

Accredited forklift training now requires all candidates to be registered with a governing body. This is required for companies whose forklift operators work on their own and clients sites and require a national certificate.

J & D Training will register all our candidates with RTITB NORS or ITSSAR under the TOPS (Trained Operator Passport Scheme).

Objectives
To provide employees with sufficient skills and knowledge to carry out their duties safely and efficiently whilst operating forklift trucks in the workplace.

The training is carried out to a standard accredited by RITB & ITSSAR (Independent Training Standards Scheme and Register) in line with HSE expectations as laid down in L117
(Approved code of practice for Rider Operated Lift Truck Operator Training).

Accredited forklift training now requires all candidates to be registered with a governing body. This is required for companies whose forklift operators work on their own and clients sites and require a national certificate.

J & D Training will register all our candidates with RTITB NORS or ITSSAR under the TOPS (Trained Operator Passport Scheme).

Contents
Classroom & practical instruction on the following:

Health and Safety Responsibilities
Basic Principles of Stability
Operators Safety Code and Legislation
Pre-use Inspection Procedures
Battery Maintenance and Charging
Manoeuvring in Restricted Areas
Manoeuvring on sloping surfaces
Laden and Unladen Pallet Handling
Lorry Loading and Unloading Techniques
Pallet Racking Systems and Bulk Stacking
Stillage and IBC Handling and Stacking
Safe Parking & Shutdown Procedures
Gas & Diesel Refuelling Procedures
An English Language written multiple-choice questionnaire and practical test must be completed satisfactorily to qualify for Certificate of Basic Training.

NB: Other courses available

We offer other courses for operators who require a re-test or familiarisation for a different machine (conversion course). These can range from 1-2 days.
Operators who have significant prior experience of operating forklift trucks but have not had formal training or certification may undergo a shortened course. (Contact us for details).
Courses are available for other lift truck categories, e.g. Reach Truck, Sideloader, etc.