We deliver a full range of forklift training tailored to your working environment. This helps delegates gain forklift operating skill and safety awareness while familiarising them with their own products and real time work place conditions.
OUR COURSES
All our forklift operator courses are fully certified, so the main decision is whether you need AITT accredited training for your forklift drivers, or whether in-house certification is sufficient.
A range of factors influence counterbalance forklift training costs and course duration - for more information and tips on how to keep it affordable for counterbalance and other FLT courses, see the FAQs below.
Accredited training courses specify the minimum time requirements for each section of the course, based on the number of delegates and the level of the training required. For example:
Accredited training courses specify the minimum time requirements for each section of the course, based on the number of delegates and the level of the training required. For example:
Course Level : Novice
# Delegates : 3
# Days (Accredited) : 5 days
# Days (In-House) : 1-3 days
# Delegates : 3
# Days (Accredited) : 5 days
# Days (In-House) : 1-3 days
Course Level
# of Delegates
# of Days (Accredited)
# of Days (In-house)
Novice
3
5 days (7.5 hrs per day)
1-3 days
Counterbalance Forklift Training (category B1,B2,B3)
Counterbalance trucks are the most common type of forklift truck used in the UK and are the workhorse of most materials handling operations.
Drivers will be trained on their safe and efficient use regardless of size and capacity of FLT (from small, manoeuvrable electric 3 wheelers to over 15 tonne diesel machines).
TRAINING DETAILSDrivers will be trained on their safe and efficient use regardless of size and capacity of FLT (from small, manoeuvrable electric 3 wheelers to over 15 tonne diesel machines).
Reach Truck Forklift Training (D1, D2)
When used to their full potential, reach trucks can bring down costs per pallet stored by enabling reduced aisle widths.
Training on the safe and effective use of reach trucks is delivered across all industry sectors, and machines developed for more specialist applications (eg. outdoor use, multi-directional etc).
training detailsTraining on the safe and effective use of reach trucks is delivered across all industry sectors, and machines developed for more specialist applications (eg. outdoor use, multi-directional etc).
Multidirectional Counterbalance Forklift Training (M1, M3)
Multi-directional trucks offer a single-truck solution for handling bigger loads across a variety of environments. They are versatile, with the facility to travel in any direction without turning the truck, including diagonally. This means, for example, that they can operate in narrower aisles where reach trucks are unable to turn to exit the aisle once they have retrieved a load.
Training on the safe and effective use of multidirectional counterbalance FLTs (like Combilift) is delivered to operators with some existing forklift experience.
training detailsTraining on the safe and effective use of multidirectional counterbalance FLTs (like Combilift) is delivered to operators with some existing forklift experience.
Pivot Steer Forklift Training (P1)
Pivot Steer trucks in the industry are commonly referred to as a “Flexi” or “Bendi” truck. This truck has the capability to operate in tight and narrow aisles, with its strength to be able to swing the mast on a 90 degrees angle on either side to safely load pallets onto the racking systems.
Operators will be trained to work with Pivot Steer (also known as a Bendi or Flexi Truck or Turret) trucks safely, efficiently and with competence.
training detailsOperators will be trained to work with Pivot Steer (also known as a Bendi or Flexi Truck or Turret) trucks safely, efficiently and with competence.
Telescopic / Telehandler Forklift Training (J2)
Telescopic handlers provide a more versatile alternative to the traditional masted counterbalance truck, offering both forward and vertical reach and greater lift heights.
Training on the safe and effective use of telescopic forklift trucks is available on all truck types including industrial, rough terrain and 360-degree telehandlers as well as a wide range of attachments.
training detailsTraining on the safe and effective use of telescopic forklift trucks is available on all truck types including industrial, rough terrain and 360-degree telehandlers as well as a wide range of attachments.
Moffett Truck Mounted Forklift Training (T1)
MOFFETT truck mounted forklifts are lightweight designs maximised for truck capacity, with all-wheel drive that can take you from the warehouse floor, to the shed door, or over rough terrain with powerful ease.
Operators will be trained to work with Moffett Truck Mounted Forklifts safely, efficiently and with competence.
training detailsOperators will be trained to work with Moffett Truck Mounted Forklifts safely, efficiently and with competence.
Accredited training courses specify the minimum time requirements for each section of the course, based on the number of delegates and the level of the training required. This will increase the counterbalance forklift training cost, for example:
Course Level
# of Delegates
# of Days (Accredited)
# of Days (In-house)
NOVICE
1
3 days (7.5 hrs per day)
1-3 days
2
4 days (7.5 hrs per day)
1-3 days
3
5 days (7.5 hrs per day)
1-3 days
EXPERIENCED
1
2 days (7.5 hrs per day)
1-2 days
2
2.5 days (7.5 hrs per day)
1-2 days
3
3 days (7.5 hrs per day)
1-2 days
CONVERSION
1
1 days
0.5-1 day
2-3
2 days
1-2 days
REFRESHER
1
1 days
0.5 day
2-3
1 day
0.5-1 day
Frequently Asked Questions...
incl. counterbalance forklift training costs
Whether you want to know about the type/level of forklift training available, how many days the FLT training courses are, minimum numbers required or what forklift training costs & how to make it as affordable as possible, if your question isn't answered below, please get in touch to discuss.
What types of forklift training are available?
In Scotland, we deliver forklift training tailored to your business and operator needs, which means the right type of course will depend on the machines you have, the products you lift/move, and the driver's experience levels.
We offer:
- basic forklift training (including safety, awareness and handling)
- forklift conversion training (for training on a different model or type of flt)
- experienced operator training (advanced forklift training for specialist applications or machines, to expert level)
- flt refresher training (only suitable for certified operators who have documented experience on flts)
We offer:
- basic forklift training (including safety, awareness and handling)
- forklift conversion training (for training on a different model or type of flt)
- experienced operator training (advanced forklift training for specialist applications or machines, to expert level)
- flt refresher training (only suitable for certified operators who have documented experience on flts)
Can I do my training at night or on backshift?
Yes, absolutely! We know what a hassle it is to mess with shifts just to try and get operators trained during the day, so we offer nightshift and backshift training to fit in with your existing shift patterns, and train your team up as efficiently as possible in real-world conditions.
Do you provide certification?
Yes! All our forklift operator courses are fully certified, so the main decision required is whether you need AITT accredited training for your forklift drivers, or whether in-house certification is sufficient.
The most common request we get is for training that provides a counterbalance forklift licence.
All our courses include theory, practical hands-on training and a practical assessment that operators need to pass in order to achieve their licence/certification.
The most common request we get is for training that provides a counterbalance forklift licence.
All our courses include theory, practical hands-on training and a practical assessment that operators need to pass in order to achieve their licence/certification.
What are the minimum numbers of operators for a forklift training course?
Forklift training courses can be run for a minimum of 1 delegate, though courses are priced per day, so it can be more cost effective to put 2 or 3 delegates on a course each time.
The maximum number of delegates per trainer is 3, to ensure each delegate gets an equal amount of focus and support.
The maximum number of delegates per trainer is 3, to ensure each delegate gets an equal amount of focus and support.
What does counterbalance forklift training cost to get a licence?
Unfortunately there's no single answer on how much it costs to get a forklift operator licence, as it depends on a few factors:
- Number of delegates - because we price our courses per day, if you have more than 1 delegate, the price per delegate reduces if you have 2 or 3 on the same course.
- Experience level of delegates - if all delegates have some existing experience and/or certification, the number of days required for the training is likely to be less.
- Accredited vs in-house certification - accredited (AITT) training specifies the length of the course depending on the level and number of delegates; this means in-house certification is likely to be a cheaper option if full accreditation is not required for insurance or other business purposes.
- Location or shift-pattern training - additional charges may apply to cover reasonable travel expenses and training delivered on shifts (backshift or nightshift).
I'm looking for affordable forklift training - is there a way to keep the cost low?
Some of the ways to keep counterbalance forklift training costs affordable are:
- Arrange for 2 or 3 delegates on each course, rather than just 1
- Check if in-house certification is sufficient for your business' needs
- Group delegates with similar levels of experience together, or double check whether delegates have completed (& passed) other certified forklift training previously
Watch videos of forklift training manoeuvres on our channel
We are constantly adding more videos of different forklift truck training moves, including figure of 8s, negotiating tight space chicanes and stacking/destacking on our YouTube channel. Watch some of them here:
Scotland Forklift Training, YouTube