Novice Pivot Steer Forklift Training
Novice Pivot Steer Forklift Training
Course Overview
Off-Site Cost:
£449 (ex VAT) | £538.80 (inc VAT)
Course Duration: Up to 5 days
Delivery: Practical
Novice Pivot Steer Forklift Training is designed to develop the core skills required to operate pivot steer lift trucks safely in high-density racking environments. This RTITB-accredited course provides structured instruction for beginners, covering pre-use inspections, load handling techniques, truck features, and operator responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974.
Training duration depends on group size, ranging from a minimum of 19.5 hours for one-to-one training to 32.5 hours for groups of three.
Please note: This Novice Pivot Steer Forklift Training course is currently available off site only, delivered at employer premises with access to suitable equipment and facilities. It is not available at our training centres at this time.
This basic training does not cover all site-specific tasks or lift configurations. Employers are responsible for providing additional Familiarisation and Specific Job training to reflect the complexity of individual working environments.
- Equipment Familiarity: Understand the function and layout of industrial pivot steer lift trucks, including key components and safety features.
- Workplace Responsibilities: Learn about operator duties under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and the importance of site-specific risk awareness.
- Pre-Use Inspections: Carry out effective daily checks and understand reporting procedures to maintain equipment safety and compliance.
- Safe Operating Techniques: Practise controlled manoeuvring in confined spaces and high-density racking environments.
- Load Assessment and Handling: Develop confidence in assessing loads, stacking securely, and maintaining truck stability during transfers.
- Operating Area Awareness: Learn to identify and select safe operating zones within a workplace setting.
- Authorisation Procedures: Understand the importance of operator authorisation and the employer’s responsibilities for Familiarisation and Job-Specific training.
- Assessment and Certification: Demonstrate knowledge and practical ability to meet the standards required for RTITB certification.
- RTITB Accreditation: Gain a recognised qualification that meets national industry standards.
- Increased Workplace Confidence: Build the skills needed to operate pivot steer trucks safely and efficiently in demanding environments.
- Improved Safety Awareness: Reduce the risk of accidents through a solid understanding of safe operating practices and legal responsibilities.
- Hands-On Learning: Benefit from practical, scenario-based training that prepares you for real workplace conditions.
- Flexible Delivery: On-site training at your workplace ensures relevance to your specific working environment and equipment.
- Career Progression: Enhance your skill set and open up new job opportunities in logistics, warehousing, and industrial settings.
- Legal Compliance: Ensure alignment with the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and contribute to a safer workplace culture.
We have invested in RTITB Accreditation
We partner with RTITB, the leading UK accrediting body for forklift and plant operator training, to deliver standardised, high-quality training in warehousing and logistics, promoting safety, compliance, and efficiency while ensuring thorough training records for our customers.
Accredited Forklift Training at Your Convenience
At Forward Step Training Centre, we are proud to be accredited to deliver our courses not only at our main location but also in suitable employer premises throughout the region. This means we can bring our high-quality training directly to your workplace, making it even more convenient for you and your team.
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