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How to obtain a forklift licence

Course Training, Forklift Training, NPORSNovember 28, 20253KViews 0Likes 0Comments

What is a “forklift licence”? The term forklift licence is commonly used, but there is no physical licence like a driving licence. Instead, when people say “forklift licence,” they usually mean that someone has completed basic forklift-truck safety and operation training and received a certificate of training. This certificate allows the person to operate a…

What’s involved in forklift truck training?

Course Training, Forklift TrainingNovember 28, 20253KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Operating a forklift truck safely requires proper training. While a driving licence is not needed and there is no official “forklift licence,” operators must complete qualified training to comply with legal safety requirements. Forklift training is essential for: Aspiring operators seeking new skills and career opportunities Employers ensure staff operate machinery safely and legally…

Do you need a licence to operate a telehandler?

Industry Accreditation, Plant Machinery, TelehandlerSeptember 26, 20255KViews 0Likes 0Comments

A telehandler (also known as a telescopic handler) is a powerful machine commonly used in construction or agriculture. It is similar to a forklift but has a telescopic boom that can extend. It’s often fitted with different attachments and works better on uneven ground. Because of its size and potential risk, operating a telehandler requires…

How long does a forklift licence last?

Forklift Training, Industrial, Plant MachinerySeptember 24, 20254KViews 0Likes 0Comments

If you work with forklifts (in warehousing, construction, etc.), you may wonder how long your “forklift licence” is valid, whether it must be renewed, and what costs are involved. SB Skills Solutions explains these matters clearly below. Summary Table: TopicSummaryFormal licence expirationThere is no expiry date on forklift certificationLegal requirement to renewNone (certification does…

What does Material Handling Equipment (MHE) training involve?

Course Training, Forklift Training, IndustrialSeptember 22, 20256KViews 0Likes 0Comments

SB Skills Solutions provides expert training for Material Handling Equipment (MHE), helping employees operate equipment safely and efficiently. With over 30 years of experience in forklift training and workplace health and safety, SB Skills ensures learners gain both practical skills and certification. What is MHE training? MHE training teaches employees how to safely lift, move,…

How long is a novice forklift course?

Course Training, Forklift TrainingMay 30, 20233KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Considering whether to embark on forklift truck novice training? Regardless of whether you’re new to operating heavy machinery or have been interested in construction and warehousing for a while now, we can help. Below, our expert team of qualified forklift operator instructors explains exactly what to expect when you decide to undergo forklift novice training.…

Is forklift training a legal requirement?

Forklift Training, Industrial, Plant MachineryMay 18, 20233KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Exploring your career and education options? If the construction and warehousing industry is calling your name, it’s important to know the legal requirements of your preferred position. Below, we take a look at the various forklift truck training legal requirements that you’ll need to abide by if you want to pursue a career as a…

What does VNA stand for in the forklift industry?

Forklift Training, Industrial, Plant MachineryMarch 21, 20233KViews 0Likes 0Comments

If you’re in the construction or warehousing industry, then you’re likely to have come across a VNA (Very Narrow Aisle) truck at some point in your professional career. To learn more about this essential forklift vehicle, its various uses, and the degree of training required to drive one, from the expert team at SB Skills…

How to become forklift certified

Forklift Training, Industrial, Plant MachineryMarch 1, 20233KViews 0Likes 0Comments

If you want to enter the construction or warehousing industry, then becoming forklift certified is likely to be high on a to-do list. Providing an individual with the skills required to safely operate a forklift truck, forklift certification is an essential qualification for anyone wanting to land a material handling equipment (MHE) role or forklift…

Is a counterbalance truck the same as a forklift?

Forklift Training, Industrial, Plant MachineryJanuary 25, 20233KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Have you been wondering whether a forklift is a counterbalance truck? Below, we take a closer look at what makes a forklift a counterbalance truck to help you decide whether this type of versatile and long-lasting forklift is right for your business and its specific storage and transportation requirements. From counterbalance lift truck training to…

How often do you need forklift refresher training?

Course Training, Forklift TrainingJanuary 23, 20233KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Is your forklift knowledge in need of updating? Maybe you have had a change of career since you first trained as a forklift operator or perhaps it’s been a while since you got behind the wheel of a B2 forklift. Whatever your reasoning for considering additional forklift truck training, we can help you identify the…

How do you become a reach truck driver?

Course Training, Forklift Training, IndustrialJanuary 20, 20233KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Keen to develop your construction and warehousing career? Why not consider becoming a qualified reach truck driver? To help you decide whether this is the right route for you, we outline the essential qualifications and degree of reach truck forklift training every reach truck driver should possess before applying for one of these positions. Below,…

What are the different forklift types and their uses?

Forklift Training, Industrial, Plant MachineryJanuary 18, 20233KViews 0Likes 0Comments

If you’re eager to begin a career as a forklift operator and you’d like to find out more about the types of forklifts and what they’re used for, then you’ve come to the right place. At SB Skills Solutions, we have years of invaluable experience working with qualified instructors in the construction and warehousing industry,…

How to get a telehandler operator job

Construction, Plant Machinery, TelehandlerJuly 1, 20223KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Working as a telehandler operator is a varied, practical, hands-on job that only requires a short training period and is rewarded with a good salary. According to Talent.com, the average wage for a telehandler operator in the UK is £31,200 p/a (or £16 p/h). Entry-level positions start at around £28,000 p/a, while experienced telehandler operators…

Apprenticeship Telehandler Training Plant Operations

Popular telehandler types and their benefits

Course Training, Plant MachineryJune 29, 20223KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Telescopic handlers are versatile lifting machines that come in different shapes and sizes. When choosing the right type of telehandler for the job there are several factors you should take into consideration, including: How high the telehandler needs to reach. How much the load weighs. How much space there will be to manoeuvre the machine.…

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