Category: Forklifts
September 2, 2022
Forklift truck driving can be an interesting, fulfilling career for someone looking for something active and who likes the idea of handling machines. In this article, we’re…
March 25, 2019
As operating a forklift requires such care and extensive knowledge of various components, from the forklift truck itself to the loads it carries, you’d think that a licence…
October 24, 2016
If you want to receive comprehensive and effective training on a huge range of vehicles, then Health and Safety Training are the company for you. As the leading provider of…
July 18, 2016
Even the best forklift operators make mistakes. From forgetting to check the battery and finding it flat, to something more serious, such as misjudging the angle of a corner and…
February 23, 2016
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has revealed that many employers are allowing new forklift operators to be trained casually, by existing forklift operators, rather than by an accredited training…
November 2, 2015
Vehicles used in the workplace always carry a certain level of risk, whether that vehicle is a golf buggy or a cherry picker. Some of the most dangerous types of…
August 18, 2015
Forklift truck drivers are essential to the smooth running of operations in many sectors like construction, manufacturing or warehousing. To become a forklift truck driver, you don’t need any academic…
April 15, 2015
No matter how well maintained your forklift truck is, sometimes you’ll turn the key or push the button, and it just will not start. Of course, now you’re morning is…
January 27, 2015
According to OSHA, the American equivalent of the HSE, 11% of forklift trucks will be involved in an accident each year, and 50% of these accidents could have…
January 6, 2015
Deciding what kind of forklift you need for the job at hand can be tricky. If you invest in a large forklift and it’s lifting capacity is way…
November 19, 2014
With Christmas just around the corner, experts are predicting a 2.2% rise in seasonal spending compared to last year, which could make it one of the busiest Christmas periods…
October 30, 2014
As an employer, it is your job to ensure this training is sufficient and your staff are competent to do their jobs. This includes keeping them up to date with…
September 17, 2014
Working with any type of vehicle is dangerous, but forklifts present a whole host of hazards that don’t affect other vehicles. Most of these hazards relate to the structure…
August 26, 2014
If you have a lot of employees, all expected to operate forklifts, or a high turnover of staff, training all your staff and keeping them in date with refresher training…
March 20, 2014
Forklift trucks are impressive pieces of equipment – usually compact vehicles have a fairly restricted weight lifting capability. But forklifts seem to be able to handle ever increasing loads with…
December 11, 2013
Forklifts are incredibly useful pieces of equipment, used throughout many industries to enhance productivity, speed up processes and protect the health and safety of employees. But they can also…
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