Side Loader Training
This course is suitable for anyone who is required to use a Side Loader, whether they have never used the truck, have some experience or need refresher training.
NOVICE – a dedicated learning programme which builds up confidence. Trainees will learn all the theory knowledge associated with this truck, learn how to check over the truck to make sure it is safe (pre shift check) as well as how to operate the truck to the correct safety standards outlined by ITSSAR and recognised by the HSE. A sample of some of the lessons would include:-
The Health and Safety at Work Act including the Approved Code of Practice (L117), PUWER & LOLER regulations
* Rated Capacity
* Handling, Stacking/De-stacking with long loads
* Operators Safety Code – Do’s and Don’ts
* Lift Truck Stability
* Vehicle Loading/Unloading
* Battery Charging and Maintenance procedures/Refuelling
Candidates will be supported with the necessary information to help them through this course, including a comprehensive manual. The course duration is three days for one person, four days for two or five days for three.
EXPERIENCED – for those already operating the truck on a regular basis but have never received formal training. This course will make sure operators are following all the correct procedures but the course duration is less. Two days for one or two candidates, three days for three candidates.
SAFETY REFRESHERS – this course is for candidates who already hold a certificate for this truck. Whether you have one, two or three candidates this is a days course.
CONVERSION – for those who already hold a basic training certificate for another forklift truck eg. Counterbalance, Reach, Pivot Steer, Multi Directional, it is possible to convert skills across to this truck within one to two days.
On successful completion of any course, our customer will be issued with all training records and certificates as well as uploaded onto the ITSSAR TOPS Database as required by the HSE. So you can be rest assured that all paperwork will be in order for audit purposes. Highgate Training will keep copies of all training records for six years.
Course Type
Novice, Experienced Operator, Safety Refresher or Conversion
Number of Trainees
Up to 3 Maximum
Qualification
ITSSAR
28 Years of Experience
Highgate Training has over 28 years of industry training experience.
All our trainers have to undergo extensive training to keep their instructor status.
ITSSAR Accredited Company & CITB RECOGNISED TRAINER
Which means we have to be inspected on a yearly basis to make sure we are adhering to the correct standards as recommend by ITSSAR and the Health and Safety Executive. We are also proud to be an approved CITB member.
We Come To You
We come to your site at a time suited to you. Cutting travelling time and cost. Allowing us to train in your environment, on the exact equipment that your employees will be using.
Why Train?
By having properly trained staff it can improve moral and inspire confidence in your workforce. It improves the safety of your staff, lessens the risk of damage to stock, racking and equipment and could prevent hefty fines.