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Industrial Forklift Training – Reach Truck and Counterbalance Forklift Training in Melksham and South Wales

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Since its inception the lift truck has proven invaluable across industry, however every year thousands of people are injured and many killed by lift trucks. The majority of these accidents are avoidable, some are due to the lack of training of operators and some are due to operator error. Companies operating lift trucks should ensure that they are complying with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and guide – lines laid down in the approved code of practice.

The aim of providing training is to help you understand the safety rules that apply to lift trucks and increase both your proficiency and productivity whilst reducing the risk of accidents. Remember that accidents do not just happen, they are caused. Proper selection of personnel who are to operate lift trucks followed by the correct training (Basic, Job Specific and Familiarisation) prior to work being undertaken is crucial.

It is very important that any commercial training is undertaken by an ACCREDITED organisation/trainer.

HL Training Services are fully accredited by ITSSAR and offer counterbalance forklift training alongside reach truck training throughout Melksham, South Wales and surrounding areas. Due to the vast number of different trucks it is important that the candidate reads and fully understands the manufacturer’s safe working handbook for the truck to be used. Managers and Supervisors of operators should have an appreciation of the safety rules, also the performance and constraints involved in operating lift trucks. There should also be a safe system of work laid down for use of lift trucks if maximum safety and efficiency is to be achieved.

Counterbalance forklift truck operator training will include;

  • HASAWA – Health And Safety At Work Act 1974.
  • LOLER – Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998
  • PUWER – Provision And Use Of Work Equipment Regulations 1998
  • Introduction to Controls, machine, mount, dismount
  • Basic Steering, moving & Stopping Exercises
  • Operators Safety Code
  • Rated Capacity Plate
  • Basic Use of Hydraulics
  • Engineering Principles & Stability
  • Advanced Steering Exercises, Chicane
  • Battery Charging Procedure (if required)
  • Changing LPG bottles (if required)
  • Stacking and Destacking Principles
  • Attachments (if applicable)
  • Pre-Use Checks
  • Vehicle Loading / Unloading
  • Theory Test
  • Practical Test

Training Levels 

Novice Training – specifically for untrained operators.
Experienced Operator training – for experienced operators who have not had basic adequate training previously.
Conversion Training – for operators who hold a forklift certificate and wish to train on a different machine.
Refresher Training – previously certificated operators, recommended every 3 to 5 years.

Truck Type
 
3.1.1 Ratio
 
 
2.1.1 Ratio
 
 
1.1.1. Ratio
 
 
Novice
Experienced
Refresher
Novice
Experienced
Refresher
Novice
Experienced
Refresher
NOTE: 1 Day = 7½ Hours
Counterbalance Forklift up to 5 tonne (b1)
5
3
1
4
2
1
3
2
5 hrs
Counterbalance Forklift over 5 tonne, up to and including 15 tonne (b2)
5
3
1
4
2
1
3
2
5 hrs
Counterbalance Forklift over 15 tonne(b3)
5
3
1
4
2
1
3
2
5 hrs
Counterbalance Forklift – Pedestrian Operated(b4)
5
3
1
4
2
1
3
2
5 hrs
Reach Truck – up to 8 meter lift – D1
5
3
1
4
2
1
3
2
5 hrs
Reach Truck – above 8 meter lift – D2
5
3
1
4
2
1
3
2
5 hrs

Open Course Dates

Counterbalance Dates;
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Course Timings

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Below is the recommended course timings. Please note, all of our accredditing If you have an queries regarding any of this, please contact us.

Truck Type
3.1.1 Ratio
2.1.1 Ratio
1.1.1. Ratio
Novice
Experienced
Refresher
Novice
Experienced
Refresher
Novice
Experienced
Refresher
NOTE: 1 Day = 7½ Hours
A1 – Pedestrian (Electric) Pallet Truck/ LLOP
1
1/2 Day
1/2 Day
1
1/2 Day
1/2 Day
1
1/2 Day
1/2 Day
A2 – Rider (Electric) Pallet Truck/ LLOP
1
1/2 Day
1/2 Day
1
1/2 Day
1/2 Day
1
1/2 Day
1/2 Day
A3 – Pedestrian Counterbalance Forklift Truck
3
1
1
2
1
1
2
1
1/2 Day
A4 – Rider Pallet Stacker
3
1
1
2
1
1
2
1
1/2 Day
A5 – Pedestrian (Electric) Pallet Stacker
3
1
1
2
1
1
2
1
1/2 Day
A6 – Pedestrian (Electric) Straddle Truck
3
1
1
2
1
1
2
1
1/2 Day
A7 – Pedestrian / Stand on Reach Truck
3
1
1
2
1
1
2
1
1/2 Day
B1 – Counterbalance Forklift up to 5 tonne
5
3
1
4
2
1
3
2
5 hrs
B2 – Counterbalance Forklift over 5 tonne, up to and including 15 tonne
5
3
1
4
2
1
3
2
5 hrs
B3 – Counterbalance Forklift over 15 tonne
5
3
1
4
2
1
3
2
5 hrs
C1 – Sideloader up to 5 tonne
5
3
1
4
2
1
3
2
5 hrs
C2 – Sideloader over 5 tonne, up to and including 15 tonne
5
3
1
4
2
1
3
2
5 hrs
C3 – Sideloader over 15 tonne
5
3
1
4
2
1
3
2
5 hrs
D1 / D2 – Reach Truck
5
3
1
4
2
1
3
2
5 hrs
D3 – Stand On Reach Truck
3
1
1
3
2
1
2
1
5 hrs
E1 – Order Picker Medium lift – up to and including 2.5 metres
4
1
1
3
2
1
2
1
5 hrs
E2 – Order Picker High Lift
4
2
1
3
2
1
2
1
5 hrs
F1 – Very Narrow Aisle (VNA) Operator Up
5
3
1
4
2
1
3
2
5 hrs
F2 – Very Narrow Aisle (VNA) Operator Down
5
3
1
4
2
1
3
2
5 hrs
G1 – Container Handler – Straddle Carrier
5
3
1
4
2
1
3
2
5 hrs
G2 – Container Handler – Counterbalanced
5
3
1
4
2
1
3
2
5 hrs
G3 – Container Handler – Sideloader
5
3
1
4
2
1
3
2
5 hrs
G4 – Container Handler – Telescopic
5
3
1
4
2
1
3
2
5 hrs
H1 – Tow Tractor & Trailer
3
1
1
2
1
1
2
1
5 hrs
H2 – Tow Tractor & Trailer (Pedestrian including flip-up platform)
3
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
5 hrs
H3 – Tow Tractor & Trailer Over 30,000kg
4
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
5 hrs
J1 – Rough Terrain Masted Lift Truck
5
3
1
4
2
1
3
2
5 hrs
J2 – Rough Terrain Telescopic up to 9m lift
5
3
1
4
2
1
3
2
5 hrs
J3 – Rough Terrain Telescopic over 9m lift
5
3
1
4
2
1
3
2
5 hrs
M1 / M2 / M3 – Multi-Directional (Combi Lift)
5
3
1
4
2
1
3
2
5 hrs
P1 – Pivot Steer (Bendi Forklift)
5
3
1
4
2
1
3
2
5 hrs
T – Transportable (Truck Mounted)
5
3
1
4
2
1
3
2
5 hrs
Z1 – Pedestrian Pallet Truck (Manual/Semi Manual)
1
3.75 hrs
3.75 hrs
Z2 – Pedestrian Platform Truck (Inc fixed type – Manual/Semi Manual)
1
3.75 hrs
3.75 hrs
Z3 – Pedestrian Pallet Stacker (Manual/Semi Manual)
1
3.75 hrs
3.75 hrs
Z4 – Pedestrian Straddle Truck (Manual/Semi Manual)
1
3.75 hrs
3.75 hrs
180° Excavator
5
3
1
5
3
1
3
1
1
360° Excavator
5
3
1
4
2
1
3
1
1
Articulated Dump Truck
5
3
1
4
2
1
2
1
1
Commercial Tail Lift
1
3.75 hrs
3.75 hrs
1
3.75 hrs
3.75 hrs
1
3.75 hrs
3.75 hrs
Dumper
2
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
Gully Emptier & Jetting Unit
2
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
Loading /Unloading & Securing Vehicles
2
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
Loading Shovel
5
3
1
4
1
1
3
1
1
Lorry Mounted Loader
2
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
Overhead Crane Pendant/Remote
2
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
Rigid Dumper
5
3
1
4
2
1
2
1
1
Road Sweeper/Suction Unit
2
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
Self Propelled Shipyard Transporter
5
3
1
4
2
1
3
2
3.75 hrs
Skid Steer
3
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
Tandem Vibratory Roller
3
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
Tug Master
5
3
1
4
2
1
2
1
1
NOTE: 1 Day = 7½ Hours
Course
Ratio
Novice
Existing
Refresher
Slinger/Signaller
6:1:1
2
1
1
Abrasive Wheels
6:1:1
1
1
1
Manual Handling
10:1
4 Hrs
4 Hrs
4 Hrs
MEWP – Scissor Lift / Boom Lift (3a/3b)
4:1:1
1 or 2
1
1

VNA Truck Training

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Very Narrow Aisle (VNA) trucks are used for stacking loads, medium and high-level order picking or, in some instances, both.

Its unique steering method sets a VNA truck apart from other forklifts and pallet trucks. VNA trucks are normally only steered by the operator when transferring from one stacking aisle to another. Once in the aisle, they are automatically guided by wire or rail to allow optimal precision and control in an extremely narrow environment. 

The operation of a VNA truck requires high levels of skill and precision, especially when working in tight areas. That’s where VNA license training comes in.

VNA Forklift Truck Benefits

VNA trucks are ideal for operating in tight spaces. If you want to maximise your facility’s storage space, a VNA forklift system could be the answer. By installing narrow aisles, you can benefit from increased storage capacity without needing to expand your facility and have a safe way of navigating through the aisles to pick and pack your products. 

 

As VNA forklift trucks only need to be controlled manually when transported from one stacking aisle to another, staff time on the storage floor can be reduced, increasing employee safety and minimising accidents. This also leads to greater efficiency when order-picking as cameras and sensors can be utilised to provide a more accurate retrieval of goods. 

If VNA forklifts sound like the perfect addition to your facility or you already have them in place, why not ensure your operators are equipped with the knowledge to operate this machinery with one of our VNA license training courses?

VNA Truck Training Course Structure

Our VNA training courses will allow the candidate to operate the VNA forklift truck efficiently and effectively, maintaining the highest quality of operation. 

Upon completing this VNA training course, the candidate will have acquired the skill set to operate the machine safely. They will be able to conduct necessary inspections and understand the impact of weight distribution on truck stability and safety.

We also provide a full range of forklift operator training.

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Course Type
Operator Experience
Course Duration
Delegates
Very Narrow Aisle Trucks
F1 Rider electric VNA lateral and front stacking trucks – man up
F2 Rider electric VNA lateral and front stacking trucks – man down
Multi Level Order Picker.
Novice
5 Days
3 Maximum
Experienced
3 Days
3 Maximum
Refresher
1 Day
3 Maximum
Conversion
2 Days
3 Maximum
 

 

VNA Man-Up (Operator Up) Training Course Dates:

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VNA Forklift Training Course Location

Our VNA driver training courses are based at the HL Training Centre in Barton Hill Trading Estate, Bristol. Our specialist facility has all the necessary equipment and scenarios to build your experience and enhance your skill set. 

The HL Training Centre is built to help you gain experience operating a VNA forklift truck in a safe environment. Our in-centre truck is an Operator-Up forklift installed using a guided wire. This means we provide you with first-hand experience of the real equipment you’ll use at your workplace.

We can also bring our VNA training courses to your door. Whether you need operator-up or operator-down VNA truck training, we can bring the training to you no matter where your facility is in the UK. 

This training is tailored to cover all functions relevant to the delegates’ equipment type, working environment, and job role. We can bring our exceptional standard of training to your workplace and provide the tools and resources required to operate both types of VNA trucks competently.

With hundreds of candidates passing our VNA driver training course and developing their skills in forklift operation, we can help you take the next step toward enhancing your skills and abilities in the workplace.

VNA Licence Training Cost

The VNA truck training cost depends on various factors, including the course type and operator experience. For example, a novice course lasts 5 days, whereas a refresher course typically only takes one day. For more information about our pricing structure, contact our team today; they will gladly help. 

Available Courses

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Get In Touch

If you’re interested in our range of VNA truck training courses and want to know more about how we can help you, get in touch. Our team of experts are happy to answer any questions you may have and help you reach your goals.

Contact us if you’d like information about the course or want to know how we could help your team reach new levels of safety and skill development when working with forklifts. Alternatively, you can browse our range of other forklift training courses and develop your workforce on a broader scale.

FAQs

Is a VNA forklift license a requirement?

You must have completed the appropriate basic, specific, and familiarisation training in order to operate a VNA forklift. However, a VNA license technically does not exist. The training ensures the safety of all staff and employees and comply with regulations. 

Once completed, VNA training will allow you to have full knowledge of how to operate a VNA forklift and the safety procedures that go with it. If you pass the VNA training, you will receive a certificate of completion. We also offer an ID card to accompany your certificate. 

What is unique about VNA Operator/Man-Up trucks?

VNA Operator-Up forklift trucks are unique pieces of machinery that the operator will use to go up and down in correlation with the forks on their truck. This allows for full and clear shelf visibility and precise manoeuvering at height in a narrow space. As the operation of this forklift truck requires a high level of precision and control, training can immeasurably enhance the operator’s skill set. This can create higher levels of control and efficiency in your workplace.

How long is the VNA Truck Training course?

The duration of the course ultimately depends on your current skill level. It ranges from a one-day refresher course to a five-day intensive and comprehensive training course. Each VNA training course is designed for different skill levels, meaning you’ll find the perfect course that integrates perfectly with your current experience and skill level.

Telescopic Forklift Training Course

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Telescopic Forklifts are more commonly known as telehandlers. They are practical and versatile pieces of equipment that use a variety of attachments to expand their capabilities. Knowing how to use these machines safely can significantly benefit businesses across various industries.

Learn to safely and effectively operate telescopic forklifts with our ITSSAR, AITT and RTITB accredited telehandler training courses. Delivered by expert ITSSAR-certified instructors, our courses will equip you with all the skills and knowledge to fully utilise telehandlers.

At HL Training, we are pleased to offer telehandler and forklift operator training at very competitive prices.

We offer onsite telescopic handler training for up to 3 candidates, and we now offer in-centre training at our new premises in Clevedon.

 

Course Duration:

  • Novice Operator – 5 Days
    Experienced Operator – 3 Days
    Refresher Training – 1 Day

 

Telehandler Telescopic Forklift Training

ITSSAR Certified Telescopic Forklift Operator Training

 

This course teaches candidates how to operate a telehandler forklift safely and effectively. You will receive an accredited certificate from ITSSAR (Independent Training Standards Scheme And Register) upon completing the training, which includes practical and theory tests.

Telehandler Training Course For All Levels

We provide first-class training for all levels. Whether you are a novice operator needing in-depth training or a more experienced operator requiring a refresher, our ITSSAR, AITT, and RTITB-certified training will ensure that you operate a telehandler safely and effectively. Our courses range from 1-day refreshers to comprehensive 5-day training courses. 

Why Choose HL Training?

 

HL Training is a trusted telescopic forklift training provider. We combine in-depth training curriculums, detailed operational knowledge, and first-hand operator experience with the best training methods. 

Our CAT 1 trainers are highly knowledgeable and experts in developing the telehandler forklift skillset of trainees. 

If you are ready to learn valuable skills for operating telehandlers, HL Training’s accredited telescopic forklift training course is perfect for you. Find our course dates above and sign up today.

If you would like to discuss our telescopic forklift training options in further detail, please give us a call or e-mail our team. 

Telescopic Handler Training FAQs

 

Do I need a license to operate a telescopic forklift?

Forklifts do not require a license to operate. Upon completing a telescopic forklift operator course, you will be awarded a basic training certificate and an ID card. However, the competent operator card is not a license.

How long are your telehandler training courses?

HL Training provides three levels of telehandler operator training: a 5-day course for novice operators, a 3-day course for experienced operators, and a 1-day refresher training.

What is an ITSSAR accreditation?

ITSSAR is an accrediting body for workplace transport. We at HL Training have delivered ITSSAR-accredited operator training since the 1990s and instructor training for over fifteen years. The TOPS registration scheme, implemented in 2015, registers ITSSAR–accredited training.

Are HL Training instructors accredited?

Yes, our trainers hold accreditations from various governing bodies. Our team includes CAT 4 ITSSAR instructors.