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Forklift Training Leicester – RTITB Accredited Courses
At Result Forklift Training Leicester, we provide professional, fully accredited forklift training across Leicester and the wider Leicestershire area. Whether you’re new to forklift operation, refreshing your licence, or training staff to meet HSE standards, our courses are designed to get you certified, job-ready, and compliant with UK safety regulations.
We combine expert instructors, hands-on practice, and flexible training schedules to help both individuals and businesses succeed in Leicester’s growing logistics and warehousing sector.
Why Forklift Training in Leicester is a Smart Move
Leicester is home to one of the UK’s most active logistics and warehousing hubs, with industrial parks in Braunstone, Beaumont Leys, and Thurmaston. With its central location and strong transport links across the Midlands, Leicester has become a key centre for distribution, retail supply chains, and manufacturing.
Employers across the city and surrounding areas — including Loughborough, Wigston, and Hinckley — are actively seeking certified forklift operators to keep their supply chains moving safely and efficiently. This makes obtaining your RTITB forklift licence in Leicester a powerful step toward reliable, well-paid employment.
Course Overview
We provide training on the most widely used forklift truck types, including:
- Counterbalance Forklifts
- Reach Trucks
- Bendi / Flexi (Pivot Steer) Trucks
- Powered Pallet Trucks (PPT & LLOP)
- Conversion training between truck types
Our training blends theory, safety knowledge, and hands-on forklift operation, ensuring every learner gains both competence and confidence
Who Should Attend?
- Beginners with no forklift experience
- Experienced operators needing RTITB accreditation
- Employers needing HSE-compliant staff training
- Self-employed individuals requiring a valid forklift licence
- Operators converting from reach trucks, pallet trucks, or other forklift types
What Will You Learn?
- Forklift controls, functions, and safety checks
- UK legislation: HSW Act 1974, PUWER 1998, LOLER 1998, L117 ACOP
- Safe loading, lifting, and manoeuvring techniques
- Load stability and hazard awareness
- Fuel and battery maintenance
- Stacking, de-stacking, and tight-space operation
- Vehicle loading/unloading procedures
- Final theory and practical assessments
Assessment Method
Theory Test
Multiple-choice and written questions
Practical Test
Demonstration of skills to RTITB standards
Course Includes
- Fully accredited RTITB training and certification
- Training delivered at our centre or on-site at your workplace (if suitable)
- 3:1:1 trainee-to-instructor ratio (3 trainees, 1 instructor, 1 truck)
- Expert instructors with real-world logistics experience
- Hands-on, safety-focused training environment
- Certificate of Basic Training upon successful completion
Skill Levels Available
- Novice – no prior forklift experience
- Experienced (Uncertified) – operators needing RTITB accreditation
- Refresher – expired certificate or skills update
- Conversion – switching from other truck types to counterbalance
Course Duration
- Novice: 3–5 days (depending on group size and experience)
- Experienced: 2–3 days
- Refresher: 1 day
- Conversion: 1–2 days
Qualification You Receive
- RTITB Certificate of Basic Training – nationally recognised
- Proof of competence in counterbalance forklift operations
- Meets HSE and UK workplace requirements
- Accepted across warehousing, logistics, distribution, and construction sites in the UK and internationally
Why Choose This Course?
- Structured training programme with theory & hands-on practice
- RTITB forklift licence recognised by employers nationwide
- Suitable for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced operators
- Meets employer and HSE workplace compliance standards
Why Choose Result Forklift Training?
At RESULT Forklift Training Leicester, we are committed to delivering high-quality, affordable, and fully accredited forklift training that helps you get certified, save money, and boost your career in warehousing, logistics, and construction.
Here’s why learners across the UK choose us
RTITB Accredited Training Centre
Nationally recognised, industry-approved forklift qualifications.
98% Pass Rate
With outstanding student feedback and proven success.
Open 7 Days a Week
including evenings and weekends for ultimate flexibility.
Flexible Training Times
designed to fit around your work schedule.
Price-Beat Guarantee
we won’t be beaten on price for forklift or PPT training.
Special Package Deals
cost-effective bundles for individuals and employers.
5⭐ Google Reviews
trusted by hundreds of learners and major employers across the UK.
We deliver training not only in Corby, but also across Peterborough, Northampton, Leicester, Huntingdon, Cambridge, Kettering, Bedford, Luton, and nationwide.
Supporting Career Growth in Leicester’s Industrial Sector
he forklift licence you earn with us is more than a qualification — it’s a career tool. Leicester’s industrial strength ensures forklift operators are always in demand across warehousing, retail supply chains, and construction.
We also support learners with:
- Advice on where to apply for local forklift jobs
- Advice on where to apply for local forklift jobs
- Renewal reminders to keep your certification valid
- Advanced training options to increase your pay and employability
Job Opportunities in Leicester
Leicester’s logistics sector offers consistent opportunities for trained forklift drivers.
- Average forklift operator pay in Leicester and Leicestershire: £12 – £16 per hour, with higher rates for shift work, overtime, and nights
- Roles available in warehouses, distribution hubs, retail supply chains, and construction sites
- Strong demand across Leicester, Loughborough, Wigston, Hinckley, and surrounding areas
With your RTITB forklift licence, you’ll stand out to employers seeking safety-focused, qualified operators in Leicester’s expanding logistics and warehousing workforce.
