Variable

Knowledge & Practical based training

On any UK Site

Knowledge & Practical Skills

HSE Standard / Accrediting Body
A4 Certificate - Pass Notifications - Pocket Card 

Typical course contents will include:-

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

Please note the above will vary dependant upon Lift truck Type and operating environments.

All course levels are Fully Certificated to HSE legislative requirements

We ensure that all training is administered to the most cost effective outcome, if you have mixed requirements as regards experience levels etc we optimise the training time to accommodate the best possible outcome.

Given the complex nature of this subject, the variation of machines, the different levels of training available and different operating environments etc, a dedicated brochure is available, please call 01536 414966 to request this or discuss your requirements, or download a brochure from the above menu.

Fully included within all course fees

GENERIC DURATIONS

Rider Operated Lift trucks
HSCS are able to deliver all accredited and approved training courses for lift truck operator training and certification. The most common rider operated courses are shown below, in addition operator courses include conversion (From one truck type to another), Attachment (specific to the attachment being used), Specific load handling, Fridge / Freezer operating, Off Shore operating etc.

Refresher / Retraining / Re Certification - 1 Day
As per client company policy (usually 3 to 5 years) and HSE ACOP L116, HSG 136 Training based on a ratio of 3 candidates per instructor.

Experienced Operator (Has had at least 3 months experience of driving a lift truck truck, but has had no formal training.)
1 Candidate 1 Day, 2 Candidates 2 Days, 3 Candidates 2½ Days

Novice Operator (Little or no established prior experience of driving any type of lift truck)
1 Candidate 3 Days, 2 Candidates 4 Days, 3 Candidates 5 Days

PEDESTRIAN (Warehouse) TRUCKS
Many users do not realise that these lift trucks also fall into the legislative framework. Consequently this type of lift truck is sometimes overlooked when it comes to training in the work place. It does not look dangerous or powerful but in fact it is a major course of accidents. If a motorised type is in operation at your premises then training and certification is required.

Most motorised versions have a capability of around 1 tonne and will lift loads clear of the floor, and transport them around the site, or load vehicles. Some have a capacity of 2 tonne and are capable of lifting loads to a height of 3 or 4 meters.

Powered Pedestrian Trucks
Novice 2 Candidates – 1 instructor 1 day Experienced 3 Candidates – 1 instructor 1 day Re-test / Refresher 3 Candidates – 1 instructor ½ day

Stacking Trucks
Novice 1 Candidates – 1 instructor 1 day Experience 2 Candidates – 1 instructor 1 day Re-test / Refresher 3 Candidates – 1 instructor 1 Day