Who is the Training For?
New forklift operators needing formal certification
Existing operators requiring refresher or conversion training
Warehouse supervisors seeking in-house training solutions
Companies based in Coventry, Birmingham, Leicester, Rugby, Derby, and other local areas
What Does the Training Cover?
Types of Forklifts & Controls
Learn about counterbalance, reach, and VNA operator-up trucks, including key operational differences.
Regulations & Compliance
Familiarise yourself with PUWER and general Health & Safety obligations for operating and supervising forklift usage.
Pre-Use Checks & Maintenance
Inspect your forklift, check fluid levels, forks, and tyres, and maintain safe working conditions.
Load Handling Techniques
Develop the skills to safely lift, transport, and stack various loads with precision and care.
Practical Driving Sessions
Perform manoeuvres in confined spaces, handle pallets, and practice safe parking and shut-down procedures.
Why Train with Train-a-Lift?
The UK's Original Lifting Trainers
We've been lift training pioneers since 1977, predating all of our competitors and even our accrediting bodies.
National Reach
Our network of trainers can reach any site in the UK or welcome you to our training centre in the West Midlands.
A Cup of COFFEE
Our values of Courage, Order, Futurism, Facts, Enthusiasm and Excellence guide everything we do.
Commitment to Safety
Our approach prioritises compliance and real-world application, giving your operators the skills to work confidently and safely.
Comprehensive Support
From pre-course advice to post-course certification and beyond, our friendly and knowledgeable team are there to guide you every step of the way.
Course Structure and Outputs
Our Forklift Truck Training courses typically range from 1 to 5 days depending on trainee experience. Upon successful completion, candidates receive a recognised certificate of training and are added to Train-a-Lift's TALIA database as well as the AITT's ACORNS system.
Note that Counterbalance and Reach trucks require separate courses. Very Narrow Aisle (VNA) Training is also available.