Having an accredited forklift license is crucial for several reasons, including safety, legal compliance, and career opportunities. Here’s why it matters:

1. Ensuring Individual Safety

Forklift trucks, for example, multidirectional and counterbalance lift trucks, are powerful machines that require specialized training to operate safely and professionally. Without proper handling, they can pose significant risks in the workplace.

According to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), in 2022/2023:

• 135 work-related fatalities were recorded.
• 30% of these deaths resulted from falls from height.
• 15% were caused by moving vehicles, including forklifts.

Additionally, in the UK, around 1,300 forklift-related accidents occur annually, many of which result in serious injuries or fatalities.

2. Common Causes of Forklift Accidents

Several factors contribute to forklift accidents, including:

• Improper Operation – Speeding, driving with an elevated load, or engaging in reckless behaviour on the forklift.
• Lack of Communication – Failing to coordinate with other workers in the workplace.
• Overturning – Making improper turns on the forklift or driving with an elevated load, leading to tip-overs.
• Falling – Workers falling from elevated pallets or platforms.
• Striking Hazards – Accidents involving workers being hit by a forklift or falling materials.

The above factors emphasize the importance of forklift training for both operators and employees working nearby. Our expert trainers provide RITB and AITT accredited forklift training across the East of England. Training can be conducted on-site at your company or at Milne Safety. By investing in accredited training, you ensure that your employees meet the highest safety standards, reducing risks and improving workplace efficiency.

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