Forklift Training in Merthyr Tydfil

The forklift is an essential piece of equipment around any warehouse and are among the most useful and powerful machines both warehouse workers and builders will use. With the high demand for forklift drivers growing every day in the age of amazon and online shipping, it is a highly sought-after job that can also, unfortunately, be very dangerous. Accidents happen frequently that cost lives, jobs and thousands of pounds in damages, all of which can easily be avoided with the correct training.

Forklift training at Small Training Solutions in Merthyr Tydfil is not only safely controlled, but is also thorough, inclusive and best of all, at a very affordable price.

What does the course cover?

At Small Training Solutions we pride ourselves on high quality Forklift training to ensure that our students leave not just with a qualification, but also with the confidence that they can perform a dangerous job safely and to an extremely high standard.

The course will cover the following:

• Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act, 1974, PUWER 98 & LOLER 98
• Operators Safety code
• Re-charging of the equipment
• Pre-use checks
• Factors affecting stability
• Motive and hydraulic controls of the lift truck
• Maneuvering the lift truck in open and confined areas
• Stacking at different levels
• De-stacking with laden and un-laden pallets
• Working in and out of racking

With over 84 fatalities and almost 35,000 injuries a year caused by or related to forklifts; it is of the upmost importance that anyone seeking to drive one gets the best possible training available. The safety of both the drivers and the individuals working around them is paramount to us and we are also concerned about the potential damage that could be caused and the resulting loss of income your company could take.

By the end of the course you or your employees will be assessed by an associated knowledge test consisting of 20 multiple choice questions and 5 open questions, followed by a pre use test and a practical test of basic operating skills.

Upon successful completion of the course, the candidates will be awarded with a certificate of training and an ID card, accredited by either the RTITB or NPORS.

Our course is hands on with dynamic instruction from experienced drivers and our reputation is stellar. We offer the most in depth forklift training in Merthyr Tydfil at a cost that simply cannot be beaten. With our track record, prices, and facilities, along with the many successful forklift drivers that we have produced, you would be hard pressed to find better training anywhere in Wales.

Whether you are an individual looking to expand your knowledge and have a fresh start with a new, well paid job, or an employer wanting to ensure your employees have the necessary qualifications and Forklift training to effectively and safely work for your company, Small Training Solutions is the right choice.

Click here to learn more about availability, bookings and prices and start your path towards a safer work environment.

Ryan David Small is a writer, who specializes in writing on forklift truck training and forklift driver training. Visit: Small Training Solutions