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Forklift Training Ipswich – RTITB Accredited Courses
At Result Forklift Training Ipswich, we provide RTITB-accredited forklift training courses for individuals and businesses across Suffolk and the East of England. Whether you’re a beginner earning your first forklift licence, an experienced operator needing RTITB accreditation, or an employer ensuring HSE compliance, our training gives you the skills, certification, and confidence to succeed.
Why Forklift Training in Ipswich is a Smart Move
Ipswich has a proud industrial heritage and a thriving modern economy. In the 19th century, the town gained global recognition for producing 90% of the world’s needles and was home to Samuel Allcock, a company manufacturing millions of fishing hooks each week. Officially designated a new town in 1964, Ipswich has since grown into a hub for manufacturing, trade, logistics, and warehousing.
Today, Ipswich is home to companies like Buildland Ltd and Newtown Packaging, alongside a growing number of warehouses and distribution centres. Just 12 miles away, Felixstowe — the UK’s busiest container port and one of Europe’s largest — plays a crucial role in Suffolk’s economy, creating a constant demand for certified forklift operators in shipping, warehousing, and logistics.
By completing your training with Result, you’ll gain an RTITB-accredited forklift licence that opens doors to opportunities both in Ipswich and in the Felixstowe port and logistics sector.
Course Overview
Our training covers the forklift truck types most in demand across Suffolk’s warehouses and ports:
- Counterbalance Forklifts
- Reach Trucks
- Bendi / Flexi (Pivot Steer) Trucks
- Powered Pallet Trucks (PPT & LLOP)
- Conversion courses for operators switching truck types
All courses combine theory, HSE standards, and practical forklift operation, ensuring learners are safe, confident, and job-ready.
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 at our facility or on-site at your workplace (if suitable)
- 3:1:1 trainee-to-instructor ratio (3 trainees, 1 instructor, 1 truck)
- Delivered by experienced RTITB-accredited instructors
- 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 forklift operations
- Meets HSE and UK workplace requirements
- Accepted across warehousing, logistics, engineering, distribution, and construction
Why Choose This Course?
- Comprehensive mix of theory and practice
- Licence trusted by employers across the UK
- Suitable for beginners, experienced operators, and conversions
- Meets UK HSE compliance standards
Why Choose Result Forklift Training?
At RESULT Forklift Training Ipswich, we deliver flexible, affordable, and accredited forklift training that supports careers and businesses across Suffolk.
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 provide forklift training in Ipswich, Felixstowe, Bury St Edmunds, Colchester, and across Suffolk & Essex.
Supporting Career Growth in Ipswich & Felixstowe
The forklift licence you earn with us is more than just a qualification — it’s a career gateway. Ipswich’s thriving industrial base, combined with Felixstowe’s global status as the UK’s top container port, ensures a steady demand for skilled forklift drivers.
We also provide career support, including:
- Guidance on where to apply for forklift jobs locally
- Advice on the forklift types most used in Bedford and Milton Keynes
- Renewal reminders for keeping your licence valid
- Advanced training options to increase your earning potential
Job Opportunities in Ipswich & Felixstowe
Suffolk’s industrial corridor offers some of the best forklift operator opportunities in the East of England:
- Average forklift operator pay in Bedfordshire and Milton Keynes: £12 – £16 per hour, with higher rates for overtime, shifts, and nights
- Ipswich – jobs in warehousing, manufacturing, packaging, and local distribution
- Felixstowe – demand in shipping, container handling, port logistics, and supply chain hubs
- Major employers include Newtown Packaging, Buildland Ltd, and companies linked to Felixstowe Port
With your RTITB forklift licence, you’ll stand out to employers across Ipswich, Felixstowe, and the wider Suffolk logistics sector.
