The True Impact of Forklift Truck Accidents in the Business Landscape When operating in the logistics, manufacturing, or construction sectors in the UK, forklifts, or lift trucks as they are often referred, become essential machinery for streamlining operations. But with this vital role comes the responsibility of ensuring safety and avoiding accidents. While the immediate Continue reading
The concept of manual handling refers to the process of moving, lifting, or supporting objects by hand or bodily force. It’s a common task in various industries including construction, manufacturing, healthcare, and logistics. However, incorrect execution of manual handling tasks can result in injuries, and the development of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). Consequently, the implementation Continue reading
When it comes to versatility, the telehandler (telescopic forklift) is a winner every time. As well as being able to lift extremely heavy loads, these machines can extend and retract their telescopic forks to gain additional reach and lift height. Whether you need to organise pallets, shift loose sand, or lift personnel to a Continue reading
As an accredited forklift training provider, we like to stay up to date with industry trends and keep a close eye on the different forklift manufacturers to see which ones are staying ahead of the curve in providing the best equipment to help our clients keep their businesses productive and safe. With that in mind, Continue reading
When it comes to choosing a forklift, there are some important decisions to make. You want a tool that will meet your lifting needs and have low running costs (including maintenance requirements). It obviously makes sense to first understand your needs, for example, lift height, load type and your load weight, and pick accordingly but Continue reading
When it comes to improvements in efficiency, there is a vast array of forklift attachments and extentions on the market that have the potential to increase your logistics productivity. With so many forklift accessories to choose from, selecting the right forklift attachment for your requirements can be tricky. Keeping in mind the aim of expanding Continue reading
With such a wide range of forklift types available, there is a lift truck out there to suit every business need but which is the right one for you? What are the advantages and disadvantages of electric forklifts vs propane forklifts and how can you choose between a diesel forklift and an LPG forklift? We Continue reading
When you look at the statistics, it is easy to see why forklift driver training is so important. Around 25% of all transport-related workplace accidents involve a lift truck of some kind. UK employers have a legal responsibility to ensure the health and safety of their employees and other people on their premises. In this Continue reading
Most of us have become accustomed to using apps in our everyday lives. It can be difficult to recall a time when we didn’t rely on apps to get us from A to B, allowing us to contact our loved ones and help us enjoy our hobbies. Apps can also be very useful and improve Continue reading
Forklift jobs are available across a wide range of industries and, once you follow the forklift job requirements, including forklift training, you will find this a rewarding and flexible job option that could take you across the country and even around the world if you wanted it to. If you are wondering about how to Continue reading
Clive’s experience dates back to 1975 at Vauxhall Motors, Luton. He’s operated trucks at all levels. We’re talking:
He started with Fork Truck Training Ltd in 1986 working as an on-site forklift truck instructor and he remained for 25 years.
He’s covered the length and breadth of Britain and as far afield as Novgorod in Russia, Bahrain and Azerbaijan. He’s instructed in all types of environment and that’s what makes him so good. Any application, he’s really confident with all of them:
He’s qualified to both instruct and teach and can supervise and instruct on a range of forklift trucks and attachments, loading shovels, dumpers, lorry loaders, mobile elevated working platforms, agricultural tractors and trailers.
Clive sits on the AITT council and is a Training Standards Adviser for the AITT.
He loves the job today every bit as much as he did over 30 years ago, he’s as enthusiastic as he was when he started. He’s a grandfather and he’s not only a proficient water-skier, he’s also a water-ski instructor.
Dawid Ungar qualified as an instructor in July 2015 and provides training on a variety of forklift trucks including:
He qualified as an MHE operator in the USA back in 1996, and since arriving in the UK in 2008 has qualified as a C/Balance and Reach Truck operator.
Dawid decided to become an instructor because he has a passion for teaching people new skills and helping them grow in their new role. He’s always happy to share his knowledge and provide additional help when needed.
He loves to run all of the course’s but especially likes anything to do with Reach Truck’s.
In his spare time Dawid is a very active person who likes to keep fit in the gym, swim and enjoys a variety of outdoor activities.
Scott guy became an instructor in 2015 with 9 years of experiences operating forklift trucks in a warehouse environment.
He provides training on a range of forklift trucks which include:
He also provides training on the following non fork lift truck courses:
Scott has a calm, friendly and understanding approach with the correct attitude and skills to keep his trainees relaxed, safe and confident when on the course.
He was attracted to instructing because he wanted to give people a chance to get employment and follow their career in fork truck driving.
Scott enjoys running all the courses but especially likes the Reach Stacker as it’s a big machine weighing 82 tonne.
Outside of work Scott is a family man who enjoys spending time with the family and also loves camping, cycling, boardsports and other fun activities.
Wadeed has been both a forklift truck instructor and examiner since 1986 with Fork Truck Training Ltd.
He instructs on ALL types of
He’s qualified to instruct on many different attachments.
He trained more than 500 operators on seven sites whilst working for MK Electrics in London, Basildon and Southend, Essex.
He’s worked as a commercial instructor since October 2010.
Kelvin Stock has been a forklift operator since the age of 16 with more than 30 years of experience in warehousing from paper mills to engineering.
He provides training on a variety of trucks, from the pedestrian pallet truck up to counterbalance 15000kg and over. Kelvin also provides training on ramps and is well versed in providing manual handling training.
He became an in-house instructor for ASD Metals in 2003 and then an external instructor in 2006 working for a company called Mentor. Having enjoyed his job as an in-house instructor he jumped at the chance in becoming a forklift instructor and has been doing it ever since.
He has successfully trained many people over the years and from a wide number of industries, Kelvin’s been told by many trainees how relaxed he makes them feel while being on the course which Kelvin puts down to his motto:
“Train how I would like to be trained”
Although he provides training on many vehicles his favourite is the VNA Man up truck as it’s a great truck to operate and a very clever machine.
Outside of work Kelvin loves to relax and socialise with people but also has a passion for flying his drone quadcopter, taking videos and pictures of scenic areas.