B1 & B2 Counterbalance Forklift Training

All training takes place at your premises.

A counterbalance forklift truck or counterbalance truck is what most people think of when talking about forklift trucks. Usually found in either a warehouse or construction environment, moving freight inside or out. They are by far the most common forklift truck in use in the world today.

Training on their safe and efficient use is delivered on B1 up to 5000kg lifting Capacity & B2 5000kg – 15000kg lifting Capacity

Each course involves three stages of testing:

A theory test – consisting of 25 questions
Pre-use inspection test
Practical skills test involving various manoeuvres completed in a safe manner

COURSE	DAYS TRAINING
Refresher 1-3 Candidates	1
Novice 1-3 Candidates	3-5
Experienced 1-3 Candidates	2-3
Conversion 1-3 Candidates	1-2

Course Content for Lift Truck Novice & Experienced Operator Course

Theoretical

The need to train & statutory requirements

Counterbalance Principles Rated Capacities – stability and instability

Re-fuelling

Operator Safety Code

Suitable safety films

Multi choice theory test

Practical Skill Instruction

Introduction to the machine

Control familiarisation

Daily checks/refuelling procedures

Battery charging & simple battery maintenance

Driving and steering procedures, (unladen & laden)

Load weight assessment

Load handling

Stacking / de-stacking procedures in Racking

Bulk stacking / de-stacking

Stacking / de-stacking cup post pallets

Handling awkward loads & vehicle loading / unloading

Pre-use check test

Practical skill test

SAFETY / REFRESHER – This practical course is designed for existing lift truck operators who can produce documentary evidence of previous training and testing. Lift truck operators are recommended to attend this course at 3-5 year intervals.

NOVICE TRAINING – Basic training is designed for trainees with little or no experience. It will fully cover the skills and knowledge needed to safely operate the type of lift truck and handling attachments the trainee will be required to use.

EXPERIENCED OPERATOR –This training is appropriate for trainees with prior experience in operating lift trucks i.e. for trainee/s who have lift truck experience but have had no formal training or documentation of proof of training.

CONVERSION TRAINING – For operators who have had full basic training on a rider operated lift truck (usually a counterbalance or reach, documentary evidence required) and is required to operate a truck of a different category, they can usually take a conversion course, rather than another full novice course to bridge the knowledge gap.

Facilities required

Firstly, and most importantly we need the use of your Counterbalance forklift truck. Also, an area where we will not be disturbed, with ample space to carry out basic manoeuvres and testing. Pallets and realistic loads appropriate to your business are useful. For the theory lessons, we need sufficient space for the instructor and the trainees to work. A small office with a table, chairs and power will suffice.

All forklift operators are required to wear hi-visibility vests, safety boots and any other personal protective equipment as per the company’s internal risk assessments

BOOKINGS

We will accept your booking verbally, but it must be confirmed by either, a confirmation letter on your company headed paper or official purchase order.
These can either be posted or emailed. A minimum of 50% Non-refundable deposit is required prior to any booking made through us.

All prices are inclusive.

TERMS

Fees to be paid prior to certificate’s being released.
Certificates will be dispatched on successful completion of the course.

COUNTERBALANCE (B1) & (B2)

COURSE

DAYS TRAINING

Facilities required

BOOKINGS

TERMS

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