Pivot Steer Forklift
From: £246.00
the Pivot Steer Forklift training will cover how to properly manoeuvre Stack and de-stack using this Forklift Truck (FLT). The Pivot Steer falls into the P Group of Forklifts. This truck has the ability to articulate the forks, through 180 degrees. helping to move round corners and into Aisles when space is restricted. A Pivot Steer forklift can operate in aisle widths as small as 1.8 meters which increases warehouse space for more capacity. A Pivot Steer truck can also operate inside and outside as well which is in addition to narrow aisles, doing the job of both a counterbalance and a reach truck all in one machine.
Courses for all experience levels
N
Novice Level Training
Trainees with little or no previous experience operating the relevant truck.
E
Experienced Forklift Training
Trainees with relevant experience who have not received any approved training, or certification is expired (over five years from issue date).
R
Forklift Refresher Training
Periodic forklift refresher training for experienced operators who hold an accredited certificate issued in the last five years.
C
Forklift Conversion Training
Training on a truck of a similar level to the one that the operator has already been trained, tested, and certified on.
What’s Included:
Once you complete and pass your Pivot Steer Forklift training, you will be able to:
- Train with an ITSSAR accredited Forklift instructor who will build your knowledge and comprehension around the safe operating and use of a Pivot Steer Forklift Truck.
- Ability to complete your course at one of our training depots with dedicated warehouse and training facilities.
- Or, depending on your location, complete your course at your own site
- Gain Certificate of completion after your course.
- Printed certificate and ID card available at an extra cost.
Course Modules
The following list is the elements that make up a novice Pivot Steer truck course. For experienced operators, safety refresher and conversion courses the list may be shorter.
- Course induction
- The need and reasons for training and statutory requirements (HASAWA 1974, Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER) Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) 1998 & L117 Approved code of practice
- Introduction to equipment/control familiarisation/principles of operation
- Identification/use/adjustment of attachments in pre-determined positions including forks
- Recommended mount and dismount
- Introduction to motive, steering controls and practice
- Basic steering exercises – simple courses
- Advanced steering exercises – figure of 8/chicane/90° approaches
- Battery charging procedures/maintenance
- Operator safety code and relevant handout
- Daily pre-use inspections/refuelling procedures
- Engineering principles/rated capacity/stability
- Simple hydraulics (theory)
- Introduction to hydraulic controls, handling empty pallets low-level
- Load types/handling and weight assessment
- Stacking/de-stacking at low, medium and high levels on industrial racking*
- Stacking/de-stacking at low, medium and high levels bulk stacks*
- Stacking/de-stacking at low, medium and high levels cup post pallets*
- Manoeuvring with loads/ramps and inclines/handling awkward loads*
- Relevant safety film
- Vehicle loading and unloading (theory)*
- Vehicle loading and unloading (practical)*
- Multi-choice theory test
- Pre-use inspection test
- Practical skills test
* To be covered where relevant to operation or facilities permit
Course Benefits
ITSSAR Accredited Training
Dedicated Training Areas & Racking
Experienced Instructors
Pivot Steer Forklift & Training Hardware Provided
Course Durations
1 Day
3 Days
5 Days
Durations available for this specific course.
Forklift Requirements
To complete training to operate a Pivot Steer FLT, you must be at least 16 years old. The Forklift you are planning to operate must be the Truck you are completing training and testing for.
Ongoing Requirements
To retain your ITSSAR accredited certification, it is advised that you should attend refresher training every 3-5 years in accordance with the ACOP L117 so that you are compliant. If you cannot find your certification, then you should complete our experienced operator course.
Test Requirements
You will complete three tests in total.
- Theory Test.
- Pre-use Inspection Test.
- Practical Skills Test.
Theory Test:
The first is the theory test. You are required to complete 5 open and 20 multiple choice questions. These questions will apply to the industry, and you will have to also consider the working environment when answering them.
A minimum mark of 80% is necessary to pass this test.
Pre-use Inspection test:
The pre-use checks test an operator’s ability to correctly asses and check the key components of the pivot-steer forklift to ensure the vehicle is safe and fit for use, this includes checking 18 key areas of the forklift and is typically broken down into two areas of focus.
Walkaround Visual Checks:
- Forks
- Carriage and Side Shift
- Load Guard
- Mast and Mast Rollers
- Lift Chains and Pulleys
- Hydraulics
- Steering Pump and Mechanism
- Wheels and Tyres
- External Condition
- Battery and Charger
- Operating position and rating plate
- Seat
Functional Checks:
- Lights & Warning Indicators
- Horn and Warning Alarms
- Hydraulic Controls
- Drive and Braking
- Steering
Fuel Checks:
- Petrol/Diesel/LPG
- Fuel Level
- Fuel Connectors
- Engine Oil Level
- Coolant Level
- Battery
- Fan or Other Belts
- Inching Pedal
- LPG Bottle Security
- Electric
- Electrolyte Levels
- Cable Connections
- General Cleanliness
- Battery Security
Practical Skills Test:
The third test is the practical assessment. You will be marked on how you operate and manoeuvre the forklift, both with and without a load through a dedicated course to demonstrate your safe operation of the pivot steer FLT.
You must show that you understand the following competencies:
- Mounting, dismounting and parking a truck
- Starting and stopping a truck
- Driving forwards and in reverse, including braking
- Steering accurately
- Lifting and travelling with a load
- Using hydraulic controls correctly and sympathetically
- Judging the position of fork tips at varying heights, laden and unladen
- Stacking and de-stacking accurately at various heights
- Observing the working environment and judging speed, height, width and distance from within the confines of the machine.
Further Training
While refresher training can be completed for the Reach Forklift, you can opt for a conversion course, which will take the skills you have already acclaimed through your Pivot Steer training, and implement it with another Forklift Truck, such as a Counterbalance FLT.
You can choose to upskill and complete our Forklift Instructor course, so you can train other individuals in getting their FLT certification.
Earning Potential
Reputable Salary Checkers estimate the following for a forklift operator across the South Coast:
While all efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of this information, we suggest conducting your own research and use these figures for information purposes only.
- Forklift Operators in Hampshire averages £26,205 per annum
- Forklift Operators in Reading averages £27,495 per annum
- Forklift Operators in Worthing averages £32,368 per annum
- Forklift Operators in Portsmouth averages £27,871 per annum
- Forklift Operators in Theale averages £28,305 per annum
Although this may not be your primary job role, for example, you could be a warehouse operative that is upskilling to increase your earning potential.
Who is this course for?
Anyone who needs to use a Pivot Steer Forklift and is a minimum age of 16 should be looking to complete this course. Alternatively, anyone who already has a Pivot Steer certification, but is about to expire will benefit from completing our refresher course.
A good understanding of spoken and written English is required for this course. Translator may be required to assist if English is not the first language as required within ITSSAR standards.
What can I operate with a Pivot Steer Certification?
Upon gaining the certification for the Pivot Steer forklift, you can only operate this P group FLT. In order to use any other Forklift truck, you must complete the appropriate training and gain the proper certification for that truck type.
What will you receive upon successful completion of this course?
Once you pass this course, you will receive your ITSSAR certification, stating that you have completed the training for, and showed you are competent to overage a P group Pivot Steer Forklift Truck. You can also, at an additional cost, receive an ID card for the Trained Operator Passport Scheme (TOPS).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is pivot-steer forklift operator training?
Pivot-steer forklift operator training teaches individuals how to safely and effectively operate pivot-steer forklifts, which are specialized machines designed for tight spaces and manoeuvrability. This training is important because it ensures operators understand proper handling techniques, safety protocols, and how to navigate obstacles, reducing the risk of accidents, damage, and improving efficiency in warehouses or construction sites.
How long does pivot-steer forklift operator training take to complete?
The duration of pivot-steer forklift operator training typically ranges from one to two days, depending on the course provider. The training includes both classroom sessions, covering safety regulations and forklift operation theory, and hands-on practical training, allowing operators to practice in a controlled environment.
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