This Acadame delivered and ITSSAR accredited (or in house) Conversion Operator course is designed for those with an existing qualification in one category, but requires either a different type of machine or a different licence within the same machine type e.g. B1 Counterbalance licence (up to 5 tonnes) being converted to include the B2 Counterbalance licence (5-15 tonnes). This course provides training on a counterbalance forklift up to a 5 tonnes lifting capacity.
It is delivered over 2-3 days and is designed to instruct up to a maximum of 3 learners, providing the skills needed to operate the fork lift truck safely and efficiently, carry out a pre-use inspection & recall and explain the causes of truck and load instability.
FLT is an abbreviation for Fork Lift Truck. FLT’s are the most common types of machines used for moving large palletised goods. If you drive an FLT then you will need the appropriate FLT licence. To obtain the relevant licence you will need to undergo formal training and testing. It is important that employers ensure that lift-truck operators are trained to the standards outlined in the L117 ACOP, whether using in-house programs or accredited.
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This course is for those who already have a qualification in one category, but requires either a different type of machine or a different licence within the same machine type.
Assessment will be by multiple-choice question paper at the end of the course. Learners are also expected to actively participate during the course.
Once delegates have passed the theory test, they move onto the practical assessment where they will be tested on their ability to operate correctly and skillfully, but also without undue slowness, hesitancy or excessive speed.
Introduction to the forklift truck to be used – Daily Maintenance Checks
Relevant Legislation and Regulations – Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, PUWER 1998, LOLER 1998 and L117 – Rider Operated lift trucks (ACOP & Guidance)
Pre-use inspection and take over maintenance
Care of batteries/LPG/Diesel Trucks
Controls and instruments
Weight assessment / Stability Factors
Starting, moving and stopping the truck
Handling laden and unladen pallets
Operation of hydraulic controls
Stacking/de-stacking – free standing and in racking at various heights
Loading and Unloading Procedures
Safety code testing
Practical test of basic operating skills
Written test of operating knowledge
ITSSAR, The Independent Training Standards Scheme and Register is a non-profit making organisation which offers accreditation and monitoring of Material Handling Equipment (MHE).
We recognise that everyone is different, which is why we offer a choice of study routes. We can deliver the course nationally on your site or ours.
The course is held over 2-3 days dependant on how many learners there are, maximum of three.
Yes. On successful completion the learner will receive an accredited digital ITSSAR or in-house certificate. The certificate will be forwarded by at a later date. A proof of pass can be immediately provided if required though.
We know that Health and safety training is often seen as a dull and necessary evil, so our aim is to bring to the market a new and modern, twist to this and promote good working practices in a fun, modern and memorable way.
