RTITB accredited operator training
Forklift Training in Portsmouth
RTITB accredited forklift training in Portsmouth: on your own site, or at our Cosham training centre, here in Portsmouth. Novice, refresher and conversion courses, ending in nationally recognised certification.
Two ways to train in Portsmouth
On your site
Our instructor comes to you
Training on your own site in Portsmouth means your operators are assessed on your own trucks, in your own racking and your own yard, which is exactly where the certificate needs to count.
Before we come out, check you have the equipment the course covers, an area set aside with racking and bulk stacking to train in, and a quiet space for the theory. We can talk you through any of it.
At our centre
Cosham training centre
Scheduled courses run at our three RTITB accredited centres through the year, and each centre's accreditation certificate is published on the course pages. Our Purfleet training centre also runs courses, if its dates suit you better.
Forklift courses in Portsmouth, and what they cost
| Course | Who it is for | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Novice | No previous experience. Takes a new operator through to certification. | 3 to 5 days |
| Refresher | Already certified. Brings an operator back up to date and re-proves competence. | 1 to 2 days |
| Conversion | Certified on one type of truck, moving to another. | 1 to 3 days |
The day rate is £360, ex VAT. A course for one experienced operator can be done in a day; a group of novices takes longer, and we give you the length and the total up front. Every course ends in nationally recognised certification.
Trucks we train on in Portsmouth
Do operators in Portsmouth need a forklift licence?
"Forklift licence" is how most people in Portsmouth search for this, and it is worth knowing what the law actually asks for. Strictly, no such licence exists. Employers have to make sure every operator is trained, assessed and authorised, and the certificate from an accredited course is the record of it. Our guide to the forklift licence sets out exactly what is required, and am I legally liable? covers where the responsibility sits.
Where we train around Portsmouth
Our instructors run on-site courses across these postcode districts in and around Portsmouth:
- PO1
- PO5
- PO4
- PO2
- PO3
- PO12
Forklift training in Portsmouth: common questions
Where is the nearest forklift training centre to Portsmouth?
Our South Coast Centre at Cosham, Portsmouth (PO6 3TJ), here in Portsmouth. Courses also run at our Head Office South East in Purfleet. All three of our centres are RTITB accredited.
How much does forklift training cost in Portsmouth?
Training is £360 per training day, ex VAT. A novice course runs 3 to 5 days and a refresher 1 to 2, depending on the truck and how many people are being trained.
Do I need a forklift licence to work in Portsmouth?
There is no forklift licence in UK law. Employers must make sure operators are trained, assessed and authorised, and a certificate from an accredited course is how that is evidenced.
Is the training accredited?
Yes. Acclaim is an RTITB accredited training provider, and our courses are recognised by the HSE, HSA and HSENI. Every course ends in nationally recognised certification.
Can you run forklift training at our site in Portsmouth?
Yes. Our instructors come to your premises in Portsmouth and train your operators on your own trucks. You need the appropriate equipment, a designated training area with racking and bulk stacking, and a suitable area for the theory part of the course.
