PROGroup | Workplace Training

Fork Lift Truck
Training

Professional Fork Lift Truck operator training for novice, experienced and returning operators, delivered around your equipment, workplace and operational requirements.

Practical Workplace Training Safer Operators. Better Workplace Control.
01NoviceNew operators
02RefresherSkills reassessment
03On-SiteAt your workplace
UKBusiness SupportTraining & compliance
Professional Operator Training

Safer Operators. Safer Workplaces.

Fork Lift Trucks are essential across transport, warehousing, manufacturing and distribution. Effective operator training helps reduce risk to people, equipment, stock and workplace infrastructure.

Structured Workplace Training

PROGroup provides structured Fork Lift Truck operator training designed around the operator’s experience, the equipment being used and the operational requirements of the workplace. Training combines theory, practical operating skills and assessment.

Training Suitable For

βœ“Novice operators
βœ“Experienced operators
βœ“Refresher training
βœ“Conversion training
Operator Training

Fork Lift Truck Training Courses

Training can be structured according to operator experience, truck type and the requirements of your workplace.

01
Initial Training

Novice Operator

Structured training for employees with little or no previous Fork Lift Truck operating experience.

02
Experienced

Experienced Operator

For operators with practical experience who require structured training and formal assessment.

03
Refresher

Refresher Training

Reinforce safe techniques, address poor operating habits and reassess operator competence.

04
Conversion

Conversion Training

For trained operators moving to a different category or type of Fork Lift Truck.

05
Workplace

On-Site Training

Training delivered at your premises using your equipment and operational environment.

06
Business

Group Training

Flexible arrangements for businesses requiring multiple operators to be trained or reassessed.

Course Content

What Operators Learn

Theory and practical operation are combined to develop safe, confident and competent Fork Lift Truck operators.

01Pre-Use ChecksDaily inspection, defects and reporting procedures.
02Truck StabilityStability principles, load centre and overturn risk.
03Load HandlingSafe lifting, carrying, stacking and positioning.
04Pedestrian SafetySafe interaction with pedestrians and shared areas.
05ManoeuvringSteering, reversing and confined-space operation.
06StackingSafe stacking, de-stacking and load placement.
07Hazard AwarenessRecognising unsafe conditions and workplace hazards.
08AssessmentTheory and practical assessment of operator competence.
Equipment Categories

Fork Lift Truck Types

Training requirements vary depending on the equipment category, operator experience and workplace application.

01
CounterbalanceWarehouse and yard operations
02
Reach TruckWarehouse racking applications
03
Telescopic HandlerMaterial handling applications
04
Rough TerrainOutdoor working environments
05
Pivot SteerBendi / Flexi type equipment
06
Other EquipmentContact PROGroup to discuss requirements
Employer Support

More Than Just Driving The Truck

Effective Fork Lift Truck safety depends on trained operators, suitable equipment, workplace controls, supervision, risk assessment and clearly documented Safe Systems of Work.

PROGroup Can Also Support

βœ“Safe Systems of Work
βœ“Workplace Transport Audits
βœ“Risk Assessment Reviews
βœ“Operator Competence Reviews
βœ“Transport Compliance Support
Fork Lift Truck Training

Need Training For Your Operators?

Tell us what equipment you operate, how many employees require training and whether they are novice, experienced or refresher operators.