The Beginner Forklift Training Course is designed for individuals with little or no forklift experience who need to gain the skills and certification required to operate forklifts safely. This course ensures compliance with Irish Health & Safety Authority (HSA) regulations and follows National standards for safe forklift operation.
Participants will learn forklift controls, load handling, stability principles, workplace safety, and accident prevention through a mix of classroom and practical hands-on training.
๐ Duration: 3 to 5 Days (Depending on experience & number of Machines)
๐ Location: Available at our training centre or onsite for groups
๐ Certification: PSTC Forklift Operator Certificate (Valid for 3 Years)
๐ก No previous forklift experience required โ this course is designed for new operators.
PSTC certified
Blanchardstown or onsite
In Person
This Beginner Forklift Course is ideal for:
โ๏ธ Individuals looking to start a career as a forklift operator
โ๏ธ Warehouse, logistics, and construction workers
โ๏ธ Employers training new staff on forklift safety
โ๏ธ Anyone required to operate a forklift in their workplace
By the end of this course, participants will:
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Understand Irish forklift safety legislation and regulations
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Learn pre-use checks and routine forklift maintenance
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Develop skills in lifting, stacking, and load handling techniques
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Operate a forklift safely in different workplace environments
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Identify and prevent common forklift hazards and accidents
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Understand pedestrian safety and traffic management in forklift zones
๐ Instructor-led classroom training on forklift safety
๐ Hands-on practical forklift driving exercises
๐ Live load handling and manoeuvring demonstrations
๐ Workplace-specific risk assessment case studies
๐ Final theory and practical assessment for certification
Upon successful completion, participants receive a PSTC Forklift Operator Certificate.
๐ก Next Steps: Employers may also benefit from our Manual Handling Course or Workplace Safety Training to ensure full compliance.