Forklift Driver Licence Courses Across the Midlands. Empowering Your Workforce.
Easy Truck Material Handling, an AITT-accredited training provider, delivers professional forklift driver training across the Midlands and West Midlands. Operating from our Bromsgrove base, we partner with businesses to enhance safety, skill, and compliance through recognised certification and hands-on instruction. Training can be conducted either at your own facility or at our purpose-designed training centre, giving you flexibility that suits your operations.
Our mission is to build confident, legally compliant, and highly efficient forklift operators. Every course we offer is aligned with national health and safety standards and AITT accreditation. We work closely with AITT to ensure our course content reflects the latest regulatory updates, practical trends, and best practices in the industry.
To help you identify the right training solution, we offer a complimentary, no-obligation site visit. During this visit, our team will assess your workplace environment, evaluate your operational needs, and recommend the most suitable training packages. Reach out today to get started.
Available Forklift Driver Training Courses
Licence Types We Offer:
- Counterbalance Forklifts
- Reach Trucks
- Articulated Forklifts
- Hand and Powered Pallet Trucks
- Very Narrow Aisle (VNA) Trucks
- Order Pickers
- Tow Tractors
- Access Equipment
Forklift Training Courses
Our forklift training programmes cover all levels of experience and a broad spectrum of truck types. Whether you’re a complete beginner, an experienced driver without certification, or a qualified operator needing refresher training or cross-certification, we have a course for you.
Novice Basic Courses
Perfect for individuals with no prior forklift experience. This comprehensive course ensures compliance with the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) guidelines under the Approved Code of Practice.
- 3 days = 1 delegate
- 4 days = 2 delegates
- 5 days = 3 delegates
The course combines classroom theory with real-time hands-on training. Delegates will learn how to inspect equipment, assess hazards, maintain load stability, and complete tasks under supervision before progressing to independent operation.
Conversion Course
For operators already certified on one type of forklift who need to convert their skills to a different model. It includes both theory and practical modules to ensure safe operation of the new truck type.
- 1 day = 1 delegate
- 2 days = up to 3 delegates
Experienced Basic Course
Intended for operators with hands-on experience but no formal training. Covers legal requirements, standard safety procedures, and hands-on demonstration of skill.
- 2 days = 1 delegate
- 3 days = up to 3 delegates
Refresher & Retest Course
Recommended every 3–5 years, this course reassesses operator skills to maintain compliance and reduce the risk of workplace incidents. Updated regulations, safety expectations, and best practices are included.
- 1 day = up to 3 delegates
Familiarisation Course
Introduces operators to a new truck model within the same equipment class. Reinforces safe use, operating limitations, and differences in controls or visibility.
- 1 day
- 3 delegates AM
- 3 delegates PM
Attachment Course
Essential for operators who regularly work with attachments like fork extensions, barrel clamps, cages, or booms. The course focuses on equipment-specific risks and operational techniques.
- 1 day = (depending on attachment)
- 3 delegates AM &
- 3 delegates PM
Further Forklift Courses We Offer:
Counterbalance Forklifts
In-depth training includes truck configuration, load centre concepts, operational routines, and how to adapt driving techniques in confined areas. Delegates practice real-world scenarios to sharpen decision-making and safety awareness.
Articulated Forklifts
In-depth training includes truck configuration, load centre concepts, operational routines, and how to adapt driving techniques in confined areas. Delegates practice real-world scenarios to sharpen decision-making and safety awareness.
Very Narrow Aisle (VNA) Trucks
VNA training equips operators to navigate guided aisles, perform tight load placements, and manage high-storage systems with pinpoint accuracy. The course builds confidence in environments where space and visibility are limited.
Tow Tractors
This course strengthens understanding of safe towing methods, particularly in high-traffic production or logistics environments. Topics include tractor-trailer configurations, hitching best practices, and stop/start load control.
Reach Trucks
Covers efficient operation in high-racking systems and narrow spaces. Trainees master hydraulic control functions, emergency protocols, and visual awareness through structured practical assessments.
Hand and Powered Pallet Trucks
Covers efficient operation in high-racking systems and narrow spaces. Trainees master hydraulic control functions, emergency protocols, and visual awareness through structured practical assessments.
Order Pickers
Focused on vertical retrieval in active warehouse environments. Training includes floor surface assessments, correct posture techniques, safe picking strategies, and the use of fall protection equipment when applicable.
Access Equipment
We offer comprehensive training on all categories of access platforms, from low-level personnel lifts to articulated boom lifts reaching up to 20 metres. Delegates are trained in equipment inspection, safe usage zones, platform stability, and emergency lowering procedures.
- Up to six delegates per day (three per session) for low-level platforms
- Up to three delegates per day for high-level platforms. Customisation is available based on platform type and your business needs.
Forklift Related Courses:
Forklift Examiner / Instructor Courses
AITT Accredited Basic Instructor/Examiner Course
A ten-day, intensive programme for experienced forklift operators aiming to become accredited instructors. Participants learn training theory, practical assessment techniques, and how to deliver effective instruction under audit supervision.
AITT Accredited Re-Registration Instructor/Examiner Course
For instructors needing to renew their AITT qualification. Over three days, candidates update their understanding of training regulations and validate their skills through performance-based testing.
AITT Accredited Direct Entry Instructor/Examiner Course
This five-day course is designed for qualified instructors seeking AITT accreditation. Training covers the transition process, updated teaching methods, and instructor evaluation standards.
Basic In-House Instructional Techniques Instructor/Examiner Course
An entry-level course in teaching methodology for in-house trainers. Topics include learning styles, assessment formats, communication strategies, and legal considerations in workplace-based training.
Refresher In-House Instructional Techniques Instructor/Examiner Course
Updates existing in-house trainers on new legislation, training tools, and delivery techniques. Participants gain insights on evaluating learning outcomes and engaging different operator skill levels.
Supervisors & Managers Awareness Course
Tailored for team leaders, supervisors, and operations managers, this course ensures those overseeing forklift operations fully understand their legal and procedural responsibilities under PUWER and LOLER.
Through real-world examples and practical group tasks, this programme breaks down complex regulations into actionable knowledge. Whether you’re stepping into a new role or updating previous training, this course ensures you remain compliant and confident.
Explains your role within the legal framework and how to enforce workplace safety standards.
Covers employer/employee duties, including hazard control and accountability mechanisms for workplace safety.
Focuses on selecting suitable equipment, checking safety readiness, and ensuring proper usage protocols are followed.
Covers load risk assessments, safe lifting practices, inspection schedules, and documentation procedures.
Discusses classifications, key functionalities, and how to assign the correct vehicle to a specific task or site condition.
Encourages planned maintenance routines, reporting of defects, and liaison with service teams to minimise downtime and hazard exposure.
Delivers practical safety strategies including hazard scanning, use of spotters, communication signals, and compliance with site traffic rules.
Analyses load dynamics, shifting weights, and how to avoid common incidents such as tip-overs and load drops.
Highlights differences in racking systems, weight capacities, placement techniques, and the importance of condition monitoring.
Reinforces a proactive safety culture, PPE application, signage use, and incident prevention methods based on statistical evidence.
Trains participants in structured risk analysis, mitigation strategies, documentation standards, and dynamic reassessment.
Guides attendees on the accurate recording of training, incident reports, near-miss data, and maintenance logs to ensure traceability.