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Best Selling Forklift Training Courses
4KS Forklift Training delivers RTITB-accredited forklift certificate training (often called a forklift licence or ticket) at our Birmingham and Peterborough centres, and at your premises through our onsite training service. Our courses cover Counterbalance, Reach Truck, Combined Counterbalance and Reach Truck, Bendi (Pivot-Steer), Very Narrow Aisle (VNA), MEWP – Scissor Lift, PPT, and Low-Level Order Picker (LLOP) trucks, from Novice to Experienced, plus Refresher and conversion courses. Weekend training is available at both centres and onsite.
BEGINNER
Forklift Training Course Counterbalance - Novice
The ideal beginner course for individuals or the company with its first Forklift Trucks with no previous experience of MATERIALS HANDLING EQUIPMENT.
This forklift training course follows all suggested guidelines in accordance to ACOP by the HSE and is approved by RTITB Training Board Standards, the accrediting body approved by the HSE. Any operational requirements can be adapted to suit you.
3:1:1 (3 trainees: 1 instructor: 1 truck)
BEGINNER
Reach Truck Training
This forklift training course will give you the skills to operate a reach truck safely and efficiently and is ideal for moving items from shelf to shelf inside a warehouse (vertically and horizontally) setting them apart from counterbalance trucks.
3:1:1 (3 trainees: 1 instructor: 1 truck)
ADVANCED
Forklift Refresher Course
Our forklift refresher course is suited for the operators who are trained and certificated. The forklift training course allows them to take a test to renew their licence. Licences are valid for 3 years.
3:1:1 (3 trainees: 1 instructor: 1 truck)
ADVANCED
Forklift Conversion Course
Our forklift training course for conversions is suited for the operators who are trained and certificated on certain forklifts. This forklift training course allows them to expand their licences on other types of trucks.
3:1:1 (3 trainees: 1 instructor: 1 truck)
Forklift Training Course Information
The forklift training for every course involves both practical and theory at our accredited training centre. The forklift theory test or practical is not hard and at 4KS Forklift Training, we have a 98% pass rate. Course times are confirmed via email and text and all relevant information is included in the final booking confirmation email sent to candidates. The above are our best-selling and common forklift training courses that we receive inquiries about, but please find below a list of all our forklift training courses.
Click each box to find out more about the forklift training course that you require. Alternatively, please feel free to give us a call. Our instructors will help you prepare for your forklift theory test so rest assured you will be in safe hands.
Which forklift course do I need?
Not sure which certificate you need? Start here:
- Brand new to forklifts: take a Novice Counterbalance course, a Novice Reach Truck course, or the Combined Counterbalance and Reach Truck course to earn both certificates in one go.
- Some experience but no formal training: the Semi-Experienced course.
- Already trained on one type of truck: a conversion course adds another truck type, for example moving between Counterbalance and Reach Truck (a back-to-back conversion).
- Certificate expiring or expired: a Refresher course, recommended every three years.
- Training a team: onsite training at your site.
Call 0121 294 9395 (Birmingham) or 01733 575343 (Peterborough) and our team will point you to the right course.
Forklift training questions
Do I need a forklift licence or certificate?
There is no single legal forklift licence in the UK. What you need is proof of training, and the correct term is a forklift certificate, although most people call it a forklift licence or a forklift ticket. Employers must make sure operators are trained and competent, and an RTITB-accredited certificate from 4KS is recognised nationally. An in-house certificate, by contrast, holds no value outside the organisation that issued it.
How long does forklift training take?
It depends on the course and your experience. A Novice Counterbalance course runs for three to four days depending on the number of candidates, and the Combined Counterbalance and Reach Truck course typically runs for four to five days at our centres. The Semi-Experienced course takes three days, while Refresher and conversion courses are one day. Each course page has the full breakdown, including the Reach Truck course.
What is the difference between Novice, Semi-Experienced, Refresher and conversion courses?
Novice courses are for people with little or no previous experience. Semi-Experienced is for existing operators who have some experience but have never had formal training. Refresher courses are for operators with documented formal training who want to renew their certificate, which does not need to be in date. Conversion courses add another truck type to your certificate if you are already trained on one.
How often do I need refresher training?
We recommend refresher training every three years. An RTITB-accredited certificate is valid for three years from the date of the course, so booking a Refresher before it runs out keeps you covered. If it has already expired, you can still book a Refresher as long as you have documented evidence of previous formal training.
Can I train at the weekend?
Yes. Weekend training is available at both our Birmingham and Peterborough centres, for all courses: Novice, Experienced, conversion and Refresher. Call 0121 294 9395 (Birmingham) or 01733 575343 (Peterborough) to check available dates.
Where can I do forklift training?
You can train at our Birmingham centre or our Peterborough centre, or we can bring an instructor to your workplace with onsite forklift training where suitable facilities are available.
How much does forklift training cost?
Prices depend on the course, the number of candidates and whether training takes place at one of our centres or at your site, so we quote for each booking. Call 0121 294 9395 or use the enquiry form on this page and we will get back to you.
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The instructors have great knowledge with exceptional driving standards. The overall learning from not just the course, but the whole team, will allow us to deliver excellent training to the highest standard.
The training covered all aspects of the forklift from safety to driving. Riz was very helpful had a friendly attitude. He was bilingual which helped one of my colleagues as he is not fluent in English.
Being a company, which needs its staff at a high demand, 4KS delivered all the training while being COVID-19 safe following all guidelines and measures to ensure our safety and their own.
I travelled from Rugby to complete my courses as 4KS was very cheap and good value. The centre is located within great transport links like the train station. Outstanding instructors with great knowledge.
The instructors here were very helpful and motivating throughout my process. I am very thankful to have passed my counterbalance course and can’t wait to start my new job. Also, very good value for money.
Really glad for the support in learning and can say it's a worthwhile experience and skill to have. I will 100% recommend this company and our company will be using 4KS Forklift again.
After having already sent a member of the Coler team for their forklift licence accreditation and getting such great feedback from our staff member we decided to send another 4 members of staff.
