The RTITB Counterbalance Lift Truck instructor training course is a comprehensive program designed to equip individuals with the necessary skills to instruct new operators how to use forklifts safely and efficiently. Forklifts, also known as counterbalance lift trucks, are essential in various industries for material handling and warehouse operations. This training ensures that operators not only manoeuvre the equipment effectively but also understand and implement safety protocols.
Durations
3 Day Re-Registration Excelerated Course
5 Day Re-Registration Course
5 Day Conversion Course
7-10 Day Novice Lift Truck Instructor Course
Day 1
Basic Operating Skills Tests to instructor standard
Cover the pre-use, theory and practical test (construction, administration, conducting and marking etc)
Analysing Test Results
Day 2 (AM)
The legislation framework and the need to train (instructor book)
Principles of instruction (instructor book)
Role of instructor etc (instructor book)
Simple task analysis (instructor book)
Planning and Preparing and Presenting (instructor book)
Trainers guide (time table, block syllabus, detailed syllabus etc)
Useful publications and review (PUWER, LOLER, ACOP, INDG457, INDG462, HSG76, HSG136, SEMA, RTITB Training Recommendations)
Theoretical work and discussions (PUWER, LOLER, ACOP, INDG457, INDG462, HSG76, HSG136, SEMA, RTITB Training Recommendations)
Day 2 (PM) – Day 3 (AM)
Lesson Plan building
Example of a Lesson (you show the delegates how a lesson should be done)
Candidates prepare and deliver a lesson (single stage lesson – start with a racking lesson each)
Day 3 – 4
Candidates prepare and deliver a lesson (single stage lesson – open area unladen lesson, lessons 11, 12, 13 etc)
Day 4 -5
Candidates prepare and deliver a lesson (double stage lesson – chicane, steering lessons etc)
Day 5 – 6
Review of progress
Q&A session
Paperwork review and discussions (Record of training, Test Sheets etc)
Writing reports on training (example of what they could send to the operators employers regards aptitude etc)
Day 6 – 7
Delegates prepare (whenever you want) and deliver a classroom lesson
Candidates prepare and deliver a lesson (double stage lesson – chicane, steering lessons etc)
Day 7 – 8
Continue with the delivery of the static lessons (Pre-use, intro, battery, hydraulics)
Day 8 – 9
Complete all required paperwork whilst waiting for lessons to be emailed
Theory test review whilst waiting for lessons to be emailed
Lesson structure review whilst waiting for lessons to be emailed
Prep lesson for practical exam
Day 10
Exam day
This qualification has been developed for those looking to become an RTITB lift truck instructor.
Delegate Requirements – Delegates should be physically fit, in good health and should, generally, not have problems with eyesight or hearing, heart disease, high blood pressure, epilepsy, impaired limb function, alcohol or drug dependence or psychiatric illness. It is, however, desirable (but not mandatory) that applicants should be literate and have had driving experience as an indication of dexterity
Initial 7-10 day Instructor Course – Documentary evidence of having completed a Counterbalance course of Basic Operating Skills within 36 months of the course start date. The operator course must have been conducted by a currently registered AITT, ITSSAR, LANTRA, NPORS or RTITB Instructor.
Lift Truck Instructor 3 Day Excelerated Re-registration – RTITB Registration Number or RTITB Lift Truck Instructor Certificate (current or expired within the last 12 months).
Lift Truck Instructor 5 day Conversion – Current Lift Truck Instructor Certificate issued by an Accrediting Bodies Association for Workplace Transport (ABA) member.
Lift Truck Instructor 5 Day Re-registration – RTITB Registration Number or RTITB Lift Truck Instructor Certificate (current or expired within the last 24 months).
Please note if the candidate’s RTITB instructor qualification expired more than 24 months ago, the candidate will be treated as a Novice candidate and will need to attend a 10-day course.
RTITB (Road Transport Industry Training Board) is a leading provider of workplace transport training accreditation. Established in the UK, RTITB sets industry standards for the training of forklift operators, LGV (Large Goods Vehicle) drivers, and more. With a focus on safety and efficiency, RTITB ensures that training programs meet high-quality benchmarks. Their accreditation is widely recognized, fostering competence and compliance in the transport and logistics sector globally. RTITB collaborates with training providers to deliver effective, standardized training, enhancing the skills of operators and promoting a safer working environment. The organization’s commitment to excellence contributes to the overall proficiency and professionalism of individuals in the road transport industry.
