Introduction:Not all forklift training is created equal. With different truck types, skill levels, and work environments, it’s vital to choose the right course for your team. Types of Forklift Training: How to Choose: Conclusion:The right training can reduce downtime, prevent accidents, and boost productivity. Make sure your provider is AITT accredited and experienced in your […]
Even experienced forklift operators can develop bad habits over time. Regular refresher training is essential—not just to meet compliance but to keep everyone safe. Key Signs You Might Need Refresher Training: Conclusion:Stay proactive. Schedule regular forklift training refreshers with an AITT-accredited provider to maintain a high standard of safety and compliance.
20
Apr
Apr
Introduction:When it comes to workplace safety and operational efficiency, training quality is everything. That’s why choosing an AITT (Association of Industrial Truck Trainers) accredited provider is crucial for businesses that rely on lift trucks. What is AITT Accreditation?AITT is one of the UK’s leading accrediting bodies for industrial truck training. Accreditation ensures that providers meet […]
Forklifts on the Road: Legal Requirements If you plan on driving a forklift on the road then you must adhere to the following requirements: The Vehicle Excise and Registration Act (1994) declares that all motorised vehicles must be registered, taxed, insured and have a valid license plate to operate on public roads. If you are driving […]
Following the announcement of the latest national lockdown, the HSE has confirmed its stance on the continuation of lift truck training at this time. The guidance reiterates that employers must continue to ensure that staff are trained and competent to operate any industrial lift truck equipment that they use, and that until this training has […]
In light of the ongoing COVID-19 situation, the HSE have released a statement regarding a further extension to First Aid at Work and Emergency First Aid at Work certificate validity: First Aid at Work (FAW) and Emergency First aid at Work (EFAW) certificates requalification First aid providers have resumed first aid training and assessment. In […]
The UK is currently in its 3rd National Lockdown and the Chancellor has now extended the Furlough Scheme until mid-March 2021. The rules are unchanged – whilst furloughed, employees can engage and enrol onto a training course to enhance skills and further their education. In March 2020 the Government launched the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme which allows […]
21
Dec
Dec
After interpreting the Government’s rules for Tier 4 in England, training is still permitted to go ahead when it is for the purpose of work or obtaining work, as per the Government’s guidance: Education or training – meaning education related to a formal curriculum or training that relates to work or obtaining work. The Government’s […]
Distinction is made between different types of attachment, capacity of the loader, remote controlled loaders and various specialist applications (e.g. static mount, etc). These are categorised due to the individual skill requirements needed to operate these types of loader crane safely and efficiently. For example, if an operator is trained and certificated in the use […]
05
Nov
Nov
The following announcement was made by JAUPT regarding the unnecessary repetition of driver CPC training subjects. Good afternoon The EU commission have reviewed the Driver CPC directive which now specifies that “a range of different subjects should be covered over the 35 hours. Therefore, DVSA wishes to reemphasise that drivers must not unnecessarily repeat the […]