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Counterbalance FLT training course HSE compliat

Counterbalance

Experience levels:

  • Novice 

  • Experienced

  • Refresher

Duration: 1-3 days depending on experience

Location:

 Counterbalance Forklift training is conducted on-site, and you must provide a suitable forklift and a classroom for the theory session.

Perfect for group training

Acredited and HSE compliant

Valid for 5 Years 

On site - Customer location 

Course overview

The Counterbalance Forklift Training course equips participants with the essential skills and confidence to operate a counterbalance forklift safely and efficiently. Whether your staff are new operators or require a refresher, this course provides practical experience and theoretical knowledge in a supportive and professional environment. All training is delivered on-site at your location, allowing your team to learn in their actual working environment.​

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Course objectives

  • Understand workplace hazards

  • Learn the operator's safety code

  • Watch safety demonstrations

  • Test your knowledge

  • Get familiar with the forklift you'll be operating

  • Perform daily safety checks

  • Refueling procedure

  • Master the forklift’s controls and instruments

  • Assess weight limits and stability

  • Start, stop, and move the truck

  • Practice manoeuvring

  • Handle hydraulic controls 

  • Learn how to handle loaded and empty pallets s

  • Stack and de-stack loads at different heights.

  • Follow proper loading and unloading procedures

  • Demonstrate your skills with a practical operating test.

Counterbalance accredited training

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Why do we train?

Forklift training is a legal requirement under the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) 1998, which mandates that only adequately trained personnel operate work equipment safely. Additionally, the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 (HSAWA) places a duty on employers to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of employees, including providing proper training to minimize risks in the workplace.

2. What do we need to provide for on-site training?

You will need to provide the forklift, some empty pallets for practicing and a classroom space for the theory side of the training.

3. How often we need to undertake refreshers?

At least every 3-5 years or sooner if you had an accident.

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