You’ve been looking at forklift truck training for your warehouse supervisor. However, all of the courses available are really in-depth and last for days. Do you really need to send your member of
staff on such a course?
Published 02.07.2010
Before you allow staff to use a forklift truck you ensure that they’re trained and then issue authorisation to use it, but you’ve never seen the point of doing the same for a pallet truck. Should you
change your approach?
Published 10.03.2008
One of your forklift drivers has expressed an interest in becoming a trainer. He claims that if you pay for his training you’ll save a fortune in external trainer fees. Is this such a good deal for
you and are there really any savings to be made?
Published 09.05.2006
A construction company has been heavily fined after a self-employed worker was seriously injured whilst using a petrol powered disc cutter. Why was the firm held responsible?
Published 20.04.2021
“What does that button do?” Or “That looks simple why do you need the instructions?” These are questions which often result in something painful. How can you avoid this happening in your business?
Published 06.06.2006
As you’re looking to hire a mini-digger you need to know what level of training is required for your employees to operate it. You understand that the hire company will provide some basic training,
but is that enough?
Published 25.05.2018
You employ staff in practical roles in which they use basic tools, including unpowered equipment like hammers as well as battery drills. It feels over the top to give formal training. What exactly is
required?
Published 26.05.2021
You’ve just taken on a new forklift operator. When he provided evidence of his training, his certificate showed an expiry date. Is this a new standard and if so, how does it affect your current
forklift operators?
Published 07.11.2005
A company has been fined after an agency worker suffered serious injuries to his arm when it was dragged into a lathe. What measures should have been implemented to prevent the accident?
Published 26.10.2020
One of your employees occasionally uses a chainsaw. Although they appear to be proficient, their certificate was gained outside of the UK. How should you proceed?
Published 30.09.2019