Accredited training in forklift operations

The Melbourne based company – which recently gained the exclusive distribution licence for Hyundai forklifts throughout Australia - has qualified instructors that ensure operators are trained and licensed within national WorkSafe standards.  

Flexilift’s forklift trainers can tailor a package for refresher or novice training. Flexilift’s fully accredited trainers and assessors will train beginners through to experienced forklift licence levels at one of its locations around Australia.  

For most aspects of training, companies that send staff can access a government based business incentive available to offset forklift training costs.  

Sales and Marketing Manager for Flexilift, Mr John Fisher, says WorkCover inspectors are doing the rounds and employers need to be aware of their obligations under the national WorkSafe standards or face mandatory penalties.  

“Penalties in the form of fines are one of the concerns, but what business owners should focus on is the imperative for its personnel to be properly trained,” said Mr Fisher.  

“To the untrained operator, a lift truck can be a dangerous piece of machinery so it is in everyone’s interest to remain abreast of all the latest skills and requirements for a safe and productive workplace.  

“One would assume all workplaces strive for safety first, and our forklift training programs focus on safe and efficient materials handling methods,” said Mr Fisher.  

Course components include:  

• Workplace Health & Safety
• Forklift usage
• Pre-safety forklift checks
• Safe forklift driving checks
• Pre-exam preparation (theory and practical)  

There are no formal entrance requirements; however, applicants are required to have a basic knowledge of English to participate.