Counterbalance Truck
Our Counterbalance Forklift Truck Training Course is designed to provide operators with the essential skills and knowledge needed to operate a counterbalance forklift safely and efficiently in a range of workplace environments.
Course Overview:
The RTITB programme meets the Approved Code of Practice L117 and includes;
• The Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
• Operator's Safety Video (E-Learning)
• Pre-Use Checks & Maintenance of Forklift
• Introduction to Controls and Instruments
• Safe Operating Methods, Hazards & Manoeuvring.
• Safe Operating In Confined Spaces
• Stacking and de-stacking in Industrial Racking
• Bulk Stacking & Lorry Loading
• Theory Assessment
• Practical Assessment
This course covers both theoretical knowledge and practical operation, including safe manoeuvring, load handling, stacking, and working around pedestrians and obstacles. Counterbalance trucks are one of the most commonly used forklifts across warehouses, factories, and yards, making this training ideal for beginners and experienced operators alike.
Upon successful completion, operators will have the confidence to carry out daily checks, operate the truck responsibly, and comply with current health and safety regulations.
Suitable for: Warehousing, manufacturing, logistics, retail distribution
Course options: Novice | Refresher | Conversion