How old must I be to drive a forklift?
16, or 18 if working in a port, according to the L117 ACOP.
The HSE's L117 Approved Code of Practice (ACOP) states that forklift operators must be over the minimum school-leaving age (16), except in ports, where they must be at least 18 years old.
Useful links
L117 ACOP
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