Participants in the RTITB Counterbalance Forklift Truck Training course gain more than just certification. This training provides a range of valuable benefits that support both career development and workplace safety:

1. Enhanced Job Prospects
   Achieving an RTITB-accredited qualification can significantly improve employability across the logistics, warehousing, and industrial sectors.

2. Increased Safety Awareness
   Comprehensive training in health and safety regulations and best practices helps reduce the risk of accidents and promotes a safer working environment.

3. Practical Skill Development
   Hands-on training builds confidence, control, and competence, which are essential for effective and efficient forklift operation.

4. Career Networking
   Delegates have the opportunity to connect with industry professionals, trainers, and fellow learners, potentially opening doors to future job opportunities or employer referrals.

These benefits make the RTITB Counterbalance course an excellent investment for individuals looking to grow their skills and for employers aiming to develop a safer, more capable workforce.

The RTITB Counterbalance Forklift Truck Training course is delivered in a blended format, combining classroom-based theory with practical hands-on training. This structure ensures participants gain both the knowledge and real-world skills required for safe and competent forklift operation.

The course typically includes:

1. Classroom Sessions
   Participants learn about health and safety legislation, operational principles, and equipment components through interactive lectures, discussions, and visual presentations.

2. Practical Training
   Under the supervision of qualified RTITB instructors, learners gain hands-on experience operating counterbalance forklift trucks. This includes:

   • Pre-use inspections and safety checks

   • Driving and manoeuvring techniques

   • Safe load handling, stacking, and de-stacking

   • Operating in confined spaces and realistic scenarios

3. Assessments
   To ensure full understanding and competence, participants will complete:

   • A written theory test covering core knowledge and safety regulations

   • A practical skills assessment, where they must demonstrate safe and effective operation of the forklift

This well-rounded delivery method ensures that learners leave the course with the confidence, competence, and certification needed to operate counterbalance trucks in line with RTITB and HSE requirements.

This course is a half day course

Although it’s a PASMA course, it’s not all about mobile access towers. It covers the whole range of access equipment, thanks to specialist input from our friends in the Access Industry Forum.

There is no practical work involved in this course; it’s all classroom-based theory. No hard hats or tower climbing required!

The written assessment tests each delegate’s understanding of the key theoretical concepts covered during the course, including risk assessment, safety regulations, and best practice when working at height. This is combined with practical elements to create a well-rounded learning experience.

This dual approach ensures that participants not only retain the essential knowledge but also develop the confidence to apply it safely and effectively in real-world situations.

To deliver the RTITB Counterbalance Forklift Truck Training course safely and effectively, the following facilities and equipment are typically required:

1. Training Area
   A designated and secure training space large enough to allow for safe manoeuvring, reversing, and load handling. The area should include varied surfaces, racking, and simulated obstacles to reflect real-world working conditions.

2. Counterbalance Fork Trucks
   An appropriate number of RTITB-compliant counterbalance fork trucks, maintained in safe working condition, must be available to allow for hands-on practice and assessment.

3. Classroom Facilities
   A comfortable, well-equipped classroom for delivering the theoretical elements of the course. This should include audio-visual aids, whiteboards or screens, and adequate seating for all participants.

4. Safety Equipment (PPE)
   All participants must be provided with, or bring their own, appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) including:

   • Safety helmets

   • High-visibility vests

   • Safety footwear

   • Gloves (if required)

These facilities ensure that training is conducted in a realistic, compliant, and safety-focused environment, fully aligned with RTITB standards.

All necessary course materials will be provided, including booklets, literature, slide presentations, and expert instruction. Delegates will receive everything they need to fully understand the content and confidently pass the written assessment.

The entry requirements for the PASMA Work at Height (Novice) course are designed to ensure that all participants can engage safely and effectively with the training.

There are no formal prerequisites, making the course accessible to individuals from all backgrounds and industries. However, delegates should:

• Be at least 18 years old

• Have a basic understanding of health and safety principles

• Possess a good level of English reading and writing, as all instruction, course materials, and assessments are delivered in English

We are committed to supporting every learner. If you have additional learning needs—such as dyslexia—please contact our sales office in advance. We will be happy to discuss how we can make reasonable adjustments to support your learning and ensure you have the best possible experience.

No PPE is required due to this being a classroom session.

PASMA Working at Height (Novice)

5 Years

Please check the calendar for details, alternatively please call or email with your enquiry. We can carry this out at your premises if required.

After completion of this course then the next step would be PASMA Towers for User, please see calendar for details.