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Forklift Training

Professional Forklift Operator Training

Accredited Certification for Industrial Truck Operators Nationwide

At SJT Training, we provide a comprehensive range of AITT-accredited forklift training courses designed to equip operators with the skills needed for safe and efficient operation. Our training is delivered by expert instructors at our dedicated Bedfordshire centre or at your own facility, ensuring your team meets all legal safety requirements and industry standards.

Counterbalance Forklift Training

Professional Certification for the UK's Most Widely Used Industrial Truck

The Counterbalance forklift is the most widely used industrial truck in the UK. Our courses ensure that operators understand the stability, weight distribution, and safety protocols required for professional operation.

  • At Our Training Centre: We provide full facilities for Counterbalance (B1) training.
  • On-site Training: We can deliver accredited Counterbalance training at your premises nationwide.

Key Details:

  • Maximum Candidates: 3 people per course for optimal safety and instruction.
  • Certification: AITT Accredited (Nationally recognised qualification).
SJT Training - Counterbalance Forklift Training Courses in Bedfordshire and Nationwide

Reach Forklift Training

Specialised Operator Training for High-Density Warehouse Environments

Designed for high-density warehouse environments, Reach Truck training focuses on precision, high-level load handling, and manoeuvring in narrow aisles.

  • At Our Training Centre: Dedicated Reach Truck (D) training available in Bedfordshire.
  • On-site Training: Available at your facility for operators using site-specific equipment.

Key Details:

  • Maximum Candidates: 3 people per course.
  • Certification: Fully AITT Accredited.
SJT Training - Reach Forklift Training Courses in Bedfordshire and Nationwide

Specialist Truck Training

Accredited Instruction for a Wide Range of Industrial Machinery

In addition to our centre-based courses, we offer accredited training on-site at customer premises for a variety of specialist industrial trucks. This allows your team to train on the exact equipment they use daily.

We provide on-site training for:

  • Order Pickers: Low Level (E0), Mid Level (E1), and High Level (E2)
  • VNA (F1): Very Narrow Aisle Man Up trucks
  • Pivot Steer (P1): Bendi and Flexi truck operations
  • Scissor Lift (3a): Mobile Vertical platform operation
SJT Training - Accredited Forklift Training in Bedfordshire

Course Levels

Comprehensive Training Options Tailored to Operator Experience

Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced driver, we offer a level of training suited to your current ability. These levels apply to both Counterbalance and Reach Truck categories.

Novice Operator:
For those with no prior forklift experience.
Duration: 3–5 days (dependent on candidate numbers)
Refresher Training:
Mandatory periodic safety updates for existing certificate holders.
Duration: 1 day
Conversion Course:
For operators qualifying on new truck categories (e.g. moving from Counterbalance to Reach).
Duration: 1–2 days
Experienced Worker Assessment:
For operators with significant experience who have never held a formal certificate.
Duration: 2 days

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Straightforward Booking for Individual Operators and Corporate Teams

Our booking process is designed to be as efficient as possible. Simply get in touch with our team to discuss your specific truck requirements, the number of candidates, and your preferred dates.

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