RTITB accredited operator training
Forklift Training in Sevenoaks
RTITB accredited forklift training in Sevenoaks, Kent: on your own site, or at our Purfleet training centre, about 15 miles from the town. Novice, refresher and conversion courses, ending in nationally recognised certification.
Two ways to train in Sevenoaks
On your site
Our instructor comes to you
Training can run on your own premises in Sevenoaks. Operators learn on the trucks they will drive every day, in the aisles and yards they actually work in, and nobody loses a day to travelling.
You will need three things in place: the appropriate equipment, a designated training area with racking and bulk stacking, and somewhere suitable for the theory part of the course. If you are not sure your site qualifies, we will talk it through.
At our centre
Purfleet 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 Chatham training centre also runs courses, if its dates suit you better.
Forklift courses in Sevenoaks, 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 Sevenoaks
Do operators in Sevenoaks need a forklift licence?
Most people in Sevenoaks looking for a forklift licence are really looking for this training. UK law does not issue a forklift licence. It puts the duty on the employer: operators must be trained, assessed and authorised, and an accredited training certificate is the evidence that they were. 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 Sevenoaks
Our instructors run on-site courses across these postcode districts in and around Sevenoaks:
- TN13
- TN14
Forklift training in Sevenoaks: common questions
What does forklift training cost?
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 Sevenoaks?
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.
Do you train on site in Sevenoaks?
Yes. Our instructors come to your premises in Sevenoaks 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.
Where is the nearest forklift training centre to Sevenoaks?
Our Head Office South East at Purfleet, Essex (RM15 4YD), about 15 miles from Sevenoaks. Courses also run at our Southern Service Centre in Chatham. All three of our centres are RTITB accredited.
