Essential forklift training resources made available

In line with the HSE’s recent statement that basic lift truck training remains essential during the pandemic, Mentor FLT Training is offering a number of materials and courses to help businesses stay safe and compliant during this critical time.

Key industries’ supply chains are under extreme pressure, with many businesses hiring additional personnel to join their operations — all of whom will require training.

Stuart Taylor, managing director of Mentor FLT Training explained: “The HSE is clear that companies have a responsibility to ensure all operators are properly trained. Lift trucks play a vital role in keeping supply chains moving, but they have the potential to be very dangerous unless they are operated by someone who understands how to do so safely. It’s vital that anyone new to the equipment receives relevant training to reduce the risk of accidents, not to mention disruption and delays.

“For this reason, we are still providing training courses for key workers, which are being delivered in line with all government and Public Health England guidelines.”

Online training for managers

The HSE’s latest guidance also makes specific reference to an employer’s legal duty to monitor and supervise lift truck drivers to ensure that they continue to operate safely. 

To ensure managers can easily access the training they need to uphold safety, compliance and productivity, Mentor provides an online ‘Managing Forklift Operations’ course which offers learners the flexibility to fit training around their current working patterns. 

Stuart added: “Many businesses in key industries may be working flat out, with newly expanded teams. But with operators under increased pressure to meet demand and new starters at highest risk of accidents, monitoring and supervision are essential to ensure safety is upheld.”

Like many organisations, Mentor has adapted how it operates and remains available to support businesses wherever possible. “Whether we can provide training, resources or advice, we’re here to help keep operations running safely and effectively throughout this challenging time,” assures Stuart.