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Forklift Recertification

The Forklift Recertification Training Course is designed for certified forklift operators who need to renew their forklift licence and update their knowledge of safe forklift operation, load handling, and hazard awareness.

This course ensures compliance with Irish Health & Safety Authority (HSA) regulations and follows National industry standards, helping operators maintain a high level of competence and safety awareness in the workplace.

👉 Duration: 1 Day
👉 Location: Available at our training centre or onsite for groups
👉 Certification: PSTC Forklift Recertification Certificate

⚠️ Prerequisite: Participants must hold a valid forklift certificate (not expired beyond the grace period).

This Forklift Refresher Course is ideal for:
✔️ Experienced forklift operators renewing their certification
✔️ Employers ensuring compliance with HSA regulations
✔️ Warehouse, logistics, and construction workers using forklifts regularly
✔️ Operators needing to update their skills in line with new safety regulations

By the end of this course, participants will:
✅ Refresh their understanding of forklift safety legislation and responsibilities
✅ Demonstrate correct pre-use checks and maintenance procedures
✅ Update their skills in lifting, stacking, and load handling
✅ Improve awareness of workplace hazards and accident prevention
✅ Practise manoeuvring techniques and safe forklift operation in real-life scenarios
✅ Understand pedestrian safety and traffic management in forklift areas

📌 Classroom-based theory refresher on forklift safety regulations
📌 Hands-on forklift operation assessment
📌 Practical load handling, stability, and manoeuvring exercises
📌 Real-life workplace hazard identification and risk assessment
📌 Final theory and practical assessment for certification renewal

Upon successful completion, participants receive a PSTC Forklift Refresher Certificate.

💡 Next Steps: Employers and operators may also benefit from our Manual Handling Course or Fire Warden Course.