Forklift Instructor Training Courses
As market‑leading forklift trainers, Enterprise are accredited to train instructors by both RTITB and ITSSAR — courses for new instructors and those renewing existing qualifications.
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Market‑Leading Forklift Trainers
As Market Leading Forklift Trainers, Enterprise are accredited to train instructors by both RTITB and ITSSAR.
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Courses for new instructors and also those looking to renew existing qualifications for RTITB and ITSSAR.
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RTITB Forklift Instructor Course
The RTITB Lift Truck Instructor course will provide candidates with the skills required to prepare and examine operators for the working environment of lift trucks. Candidates will be equipped to understand how to do this in accordance with agreed best practice.
Successful completion of the course will require candidates to pass an examination that covers basic operating skills, associated knowledge and practical instructional ability. The course concludes with an examination, which you must successfully complete in order to qualify as an RTITB Lift Truck Instructor. Successful candidates are eligible to register on the RTITB Register of Professional Instructors.
Enterprise provide the relevant forklift training to enable companies to have a designated member of your own team with the qualifications to train your staff on site.
- 10 day Novice Accredited Instructor
- 5 day Re‑registration Accredited Instructor
RTITB Forklift Instructor Training Course Content
The Lift Truck Instructor training course provides candidates with the skills to prepare and examine operators for working with lift trucks in accordance with best practice.
The course provides candidates with an experienced instructor who will guide you over the relevant areas of theory, discussion and practice.
At the end of the course you will be able to recall and discuss relevant legislation and be able to plan, prepare and deliver lift truck training to the RTITB standard.
- Current Legislation — (HASAWA 1974 / PUWER 1998 / LOLER 1998 / ACOP L117)
- Operator Safety Code
- Basic Operating Skills Test to Instructor Standard
- Instructional Techniques
- The Role of the Instructor
- Simple Job Analysis
- Principles of Instruction
- Preparation of a Syllabus
- Skills Assessment
- Classroom Lesson
- Questions and Answers
- Practical Lessons
- Report Writing
- Theoretical Assessment
- Practical Assessment
On Completion You Will Be Able To
- Operate a forklift truck to the standard required for FLT truck instructors.
- Structure training material into a logical sequence for developing knowledge and skills.
- Adopt an effective style for teaching skills appropriate to the type of truck involved.
- Adopt an objective and critical approach towards the effectiveness of the instruction.
- Present the appropriate method of assessment to confirm candidate’s competence.
- Assess candidate’s basic operating skills and knowledge in accordance with requirements.
RTITB Course Entry Requirements
10 Day Novice Instructor Course
Candidates must have passed an accredited (by an ABA member) Counterbalance operator course within 3 years of the instructor course start date.
Candidates must have successfully completed and passed the full eTruck eLearning course within 3 years of the instructor course start date.
Must have strong written skills and verbal communication skills.
5 Day Re‑registration Course
Candidates must be a current RTITB Registered Instructor or hold an expired RTITB Instructor qualification (within the last 24 months). Note: if the RTITB qualification expired more than 24 months ago, you must complete a Novice Instructor Course.
Candidates must have successfully completed and passed the refresher eTruck eLearning course within 3 years of the course start date.
ITSSAR Forklift Instructor Course
The ITSSAR Lift Truck Instructor course will provide candidates with the skills required to prepare and examine operators for the working environment of lift trucks. Candidates will be equipped to understand how to do this in accordance with agreed best practice.
Candidates who successfully pass all elements of the course are eligible to register on the ITSSAR Accredited Training Providers.
- 10 day Novice Accredited Instructor
- 5 day Re‑registration Accredited Instructor
- 5 day Conversion Accredited Instructor
For available ITSSAR course dates, please email or call the office on 0161 494 2836.
ITSSAR Forklift Instructor Training Course Content
Our ITSSAR Instructor Courses provide everything your instructor will need to train forklift operators to the highest standard.
The content on this course includes the principles of forklift truck operations and how they should be operated in accordance with the codes of practice.
You will also discover different learning methods, types of lessons, lesson plans and classroom lessons.
By the end of the course you will have the relevant instructional techniques in addition to skills testing and ongoing assessments.
- Current Legislation — (HASAWA 1974 and other relevant legislation and guidance)
- Operator Training and Safe use (ACoP L117)
- Machine Familiarisation & Pre Use Check Examination
- Preparing Presentations – Theory and Practical
- Role, Responsibilities & Qualities of the Instructor
- Basic Principles of Instruction & Learning Incentives & methods
- Preparation and Planning of Training (Block, Detailed Syllabus & Programmes)
- How to Conduct Task/Skill Analysis
- Report Writing, Certification & Training Records
- Administration, Conduct & Marking of All 3 Basic Skills Examinations
On Completion You Will Have Sound Knowledge Of
- Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations
- Health and Safety at Work Act
- ITSSAR Standards and instructional techniques
ITSSAR Course Entry Requirements
10 Day Novice Instructor Course
Candidates must have passed an accredited (by an ABA member) Counterbalance operator course within 6 months of the course date.
Must have strong written skills and verbal communication skills.
5 Day Re‑registration Course
Candidates must be a current ITSSAR Registered Instructor or hold an expired ITSSAR Instructor qualification (within the last 6 months).
5 Day Conversion Course
Open to instructors registered with another ABA member body, or whose registration expired no more than 12 months ago.
Any instructor holding current registration with any one of the following bodies: AITT, NPORS, RTITB, IPAF, LANTRA, CITB, ALLMI, LEEA and PASMA OR holding one of the following qualifications: PTLLS, CTLLS, DTLLS or an Award in Education & Training certificate may apply for training to become an ITSSAR instructor.
This course is not suitable for holders of in‑house instructor qualifications.
Upcoming Course Dates
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RTITB or ITSSAR Instructor Training — Delivered In‑House
We’ll bring the full instructor course to your premises. Whether your team needs RTITB or ITSSAR accreditation, Enterprise can deliver instructor training at your own site, on your own equipment and in your own working environment — so you have qualified instructors ready to train your operators in‑house. Two options are available:
Option 1 — Tailored Exam Day
Attend on prescribed course dates with us for the first 9 days, the 10th day (exam day) will be completed the following week at your venue with exams tailored to your specific environment. Successful candidates are then eligible to train candidates on their in‑house certification. To be eligible for this candidate must have passed an operator’s course within the last 6 months.
Option 2 — We Come To You
Our second option is to come to your site for a maximum of 2 candidates for 5 days to train them specifically within their work environment and the equipment and space you have. To be eligible for this candidate must have passed an operator’s course within the last 6 months.