RTITB accredited operator training
Forklift Training in Warwickshire
RTITB accredited forklift training across Warwickshire. Our instructors train your operators on your own site, on your own trucks, anywhere in the county, and scheduled courses run at our accredited centres in Purfleet, Chatham and Cosham.
Two ways to train in Warwickshire
On your site
Our instructor comes to you
For Warwickshire employers, on-site training is usually the better choice: no travel, and every operator trained on the machine and in the space they use day to day.
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.
Our nearest centre to Warwickshire
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 Cosham training centre also runs courses, if its dates suit you better.
Forklift courses in Warwickshire, 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 Warwickshire
Do operators in Warwickshire need a forklift licence?
If you have been asked to get a forklift licence for a job in Warwickshire, this is what you need. There is no forklift licence in UK law. What the law requires is that every operator is trained, assessed and authorised by their employer, and a certificate from an accredited course is how that training is evidenced. Our guide to the forklift licence sets out exactly what is required, and am I legally liable? covers where the responsibility sits.
Forklift training in Warwickshire: common questions
Do I need a forklift licence to work in Warwickshire?
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 Warwickshire?
Yes. Our instructors come to your premises in Warwickshire 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 your nearest training centre to Warwickshire?
Our Head Office South East at Purfleet, Essex (RM15 4YD). Courses also run at our South Coast Centre in Cosham. All three of our centres are RTITB accredited.
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.
