RTITB accredited operator training
Forklift Training in Sittingbourne
RTITB accredited forklift training in Sittingbourne, Kent: on your own site, or at our Chatham training centre, about 15 miles from the town. Novice, refresher and conversion courses, ending in nationally recognised certification.
Two ways to train in Sittingbourne
On your site
Our instructor comes to you
Training on your own site in Sittingbourne 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
Chatham 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 Sittingbourne, 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 |
Training is £360 per training day, ex VAT. The length depends on the truck and on how many people are being trained, and we confirm both when you book. Every course ends in full, nationally recognised certification.
Trucks we train on in Sittingbourne
Do operators in Sittingbourne need a forklift licence?
Most people in Sittingbourne looking for a forklift licence are really looking for this training. 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 Sittingbourne
Our instructors run on-site courses across these postcode districts in and around Sittingbourne:
- ME10
- ME9
Forklift training in Sittingbourne: 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 Sittingbourne?
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 Sittingbourne?
Yes, and for a Sittingbourne business it is often the simpler option. We bring the instructor; you provide the trucks, a training area with racking and bulk stacking, and a space for the theory session.
Where is the nearest forklift training centre to Sittingbourne?
Our Southern Service Centre at Chatham, Kent (ME5 8RZ), about 15 miles from Sittingbourne. Courses also run at our Head Office South East in Purfleet. All three of our centres are RTITB accredited.
