Course Overview
The NPORS Industrial Counterbalanced Training course is designed to equip operators with the knowledge and practical skills required to safely and efficiently operate counterbalance forklifts in industrial settings. This training focuses on safety, precision, and compliance with industry regulations, ensuring operators are confident and capable in their roles.
Whether you’re new to forklift operations or looking to refine your expertise, this course provides a comprehensive foundation for safe and efficient machinery use.
Course Objectives
By the end of this training, participants will:
- Understand the industry, associated dangers, and their responsibilities as plant operators.
- Develop a working knowledge of the manufacturer’s handbook for the specific counterbalance forklift in use.
- Identify the major components of the forklift and explain their functions.
- Locate and explain the functions of steering, driving, and braking controls.
- Conduct pre-operational checks in compliance with manufacturer and legislative requirements.
- Safely mount and dismount the machine.
- Start and stop the engine and safely move the forklift, including starting and stopping operations.
- Configure the forklift for travel and manoeuvre it safely, both laden and unladen, in open and confined spaces.
- Conduct necessary safety checks at the worksite.
- Manoeuvre the forklift to the work area and prepare it for lifting and load handling tasks.
- Perform lifting and load handling tasks safely and accurately across various locations.
- Load and unload external transport vehicles safely.
- Fit, adjust, or remove attachments as required.
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of loading and unloading procedures for machine transportation.
- Execute end-of-shift and shutdown procedures effectively.
Duration
1-5 days depending on experience
Maximum Delegates
3 novices or 4 Exp Tests
Entry Requirements
Good understanding of spoken and written English.
Card options*
NPORS Traditional Operator Card (Non-CSCS)
- Best for operators working in non-construction sectors where a CSCS logo card is not required.
- We standardly issue cards for 3 years but can issue cards for 5 years on request
- Companies can choose to have the cards restricted to just for their company use on request
NPORS/CSCS Card Route (Construction)
- For operators working on construction sites where a CSCS logo card is required.
- You will need a valid NPORS or CITB HS&E touchscreen test dated within 2 years of application
NPORS/CSCS Red Trained Operator Card (2 years)
- For operators who do not yet hold the required (S)NVQ.
- You will need a valid NPORS or CITB HS&E touchscreen test dated within 2 years of application
- During the 2-year card period you must:
- Register for and achieve the required (S)NVQ before renewal/upgrade
NPORS/CSCS Competent Operator Card (5 years)
- For operators who already hold the required (S)NVQ
- You will need a valid NPORS or CITB HS&E touchscreen test dated within 2 years of application
- The required (S)NVQ for the category
*Some categories are only eligible for traditional cards or certificates