RTITB Conversion Course (Face to Face)
Course Description
Quality lift truck operator training is a vital component of safe and efficient warehousing and transport operations, but what happens when a trained operator, qualified to use a particular category of truck (like a counterbalance B1), is required to operate a different piece of equipment, say a reach truck? They will need a conversion course.
Course Delivery Method: Face to Face.
For essential services, or where authorised, On Site training can be conducted depending on which current level of the National Framework for Living with Covid-19 is in place and once the minimum infection controls below can be observed:
- A minimum of 2 metres between each trainee.
- A well aired room with windows that can be open.
- Hand sanitiser or/and gloves made available to all trainees.
- All hard surfaces cleaned before and after the training course.
- No other personnel allowed in the room until the course has finished.
- No entry of personnel showing any symptoms of COVID-19.
- Pre-screening Covid-19 questionnaire completed and approved before course commencement.
- All Government, HSE, WHO & CIF guidelines can be adhered to.
On completion of this course, participants will:
- Demonstrate safe operating skill.
- Avoid danger to people and property.
- List the key features of relevant legislation.
The course content meets the requirements of the Code of Practice for Forklift Operator Training issued by the Health and Safety Authority.
- Introduction & Welcome.
- Module 1 – Theory update.
- Module 2 – Introduction to the Truck & Principles of stability.
- Module 3 – Preparing, Steering, moving, stopping & parking the truck.
- Module 4 – Battery care and maintenance.
- Module 5 – Fuel sources & Battery care and maintenance.
- Module 6 – Pre-use inspection.
- Module 7 – Load Handling & Stacking/ Bulk stacking.
- Module 8 – Turning & Depositing Industrial racking.
- Module 9 – Vehicle loading and unloading.
- Module 10 – Basic operating skills.
The Road Transport Industry Training Board (RTITB) certificate and operator card will be awarded to all those who attend the course and successfully complete the written and practical assessments. The course content meets the requirements of the Code of Practice for Forklift Operator Training issued by the Health and Safety Authority.
Who should attend?
Forklift drivers that hold a valid certification for Counterbalance or Reach truck and require a conversion.
Prior knowledge
Learners who wish to do the conversion course must hold a valid certification.
Pre-course preparation
Candidates are required to bring the following on the training day:
- Passport Photo.
- Photo ID.
- All operators must provide appropriate Personnel Protective Equipment.
- Complete our Pre-Course Questionnaire 3 days prior to course.
- Complete our COVID-19 Training Commencement form 3 days prior to course (On Site courses only).
Need a Quote?
Need a group of employees trained? A member of the team will contact you to discuss your requirements and issue a quote.