HL Training Services offers a wide range of forklift operator training courses for both individual candidates and businesses. We also deliver in-centre training for selected forklifts (see the full selection below) and onsite training for all forklifts.

We are based in the southwest but provide forklift training UK-wide, covering all skill sets from novice to refresher courses. The course schedule enables candidates to learn basic operating skills and safe working practices.Our forklift operator training courses follow HSE’s approved code of practice and testing standards issued by the ABA 2012 (forklift training centre governing bodies). They are also accredited by ITSSAR, AITT, and RTITB.

Forklift Operator Training Levels

• Basic Training: Specifically for untrained operators who will receive basic operator training.
• Experienced Operator Training: Designed for experienced forklift operators who need basic training.
• Conversion Training: Operators with a forklift certificate who wish to train on a different machine.
• Refresher Training: Recommended for certified forklift operators every 3 to 5 years.

Forklift Training Course Lengths

Our course lengths may vary depending on training facilities, group numbers, machine types, and in-house training requirements. Below are the recommended training days for a group of 3 candidates:

• Novices – 5 days of training
• Experienced – 3 days of training
• Conversion (from other truck types/capacities) – 2 days
• Refresher training – 1 day

All forklift operator training courses include 3 elements:

• Practical test
• Theory test
• Pre-use check testing elements

Upon completion, candidates will receive a nationally recognised accredited certificate (excludes in-house training).