Forklift Truck

Didac Forklift training conforms to the standards contained in the HSE publication Approved Code of Practice L117 ‘Rider-operated lift trucks: Operator training’. Fork Lift training is accredited to ITSSAR whom the ACOP L117 specify as a body competent to accredit and monitor Lift Truck training providers. Successful candidates on the Forklift course achieve a Forklift licence in the form of a photo ID card and Forklift certificate.

Refresher Forklift Truck training is a recommended best practice to eliminate bad habits and update operatives on current legislation regarding the use of Lift Trucks.

As a guideline, a Forklift license should be refreshed every 3 – 5 years (as recommended by the Health and Safety Executive) but some discretion should be exercised to maintain competency and ensure safety.

Candiates on the Forklift training course must have appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) including safety footwear and hi viz coat or vest. The client is responsible for supplying this PPE and must be worn at all times during Forklift courses.

Clients should also make manufacturer instructions for the Fork Lift Truck available to the instructor for reference during the Forklift Truck training course.Forklift licence training candidates will undertake both practical and theoretical assessments to determine competence. Practical Forklift driver training will include instructor demonstrations and learner exercises to develop competency of operators.

A theory assessment is required for candidates to demonstrate knowledge which together with the practical assessment is evidence enough for operatives to achieve Forklift certification.

Training for a Forklift driving license on-site offers the advantage that the course can be tailored to your own equipment and operational requirements. The outcome is that Forklift operator training is relevant to your company.

Candidates may also find that they are more relaxed in a familiar surrounding resulting in a higher rate of achievement. Didac trainer assessors will incorporate practical tasks meaning candidates are able to undertake Lift Truck license training on jobs they are required to complete in their normal working day.

Forklift Truck driver training can be delivered on-site throughout the UK to achieve a Forklift ticket. Forklift Truck training cost will depend on the location of client premises.

Training syllabus

• Responsibility of the operator
• Operational Safety Code
• Site Safety
• Risk Assessment
• Simple Manoeuvring
• Advanced Manoeuvring
• Basic Hydraulic & Electrical systems
• Daily Safety Checks & Maintenance
• Refuelling / Recharging
• Stacking & De-stacking (Free & Racking)
• Practical Examinations
• Vehicle Loading (where applicable)

Additional benefits

• Incorporate your company’s risk assessments
• Soft copies of all course paperwork are available to employers on completion of training
• Successful candidates receive a temporary pass notification form on the day as evidence of training