Do I need to have training to operate a forklift truck?
Yes. Under PUWER 1998 employers must ensure forklift operators receive adequate training.
Yes. The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER) require employers to ensure that anyone who uses work equipment has received adequate training for health and safety. This includes training in safe operating methods, the risks involved, and the precautions required when using the equipment. Anyone supervising or managing the use of work equipment must also receive appropriate training.