Forklift Operator Training
in Gauteng
ERMT coordinates Forklift Operator training for businesses across Gauteng through suitably approved, accredited and/or registered training providers, where applicable. On-site group training is available, with selected training also available at our Pretoria training facility.
What Is Forklift Operator Training?
Forklift Operator training equips employees with the knowledge and practical skills to operate a forklift safely and in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and applicable regulations. Untrained or inadequately trained forklift operators represent one of the most significant causes of serious workplace injuries and fatalities in South African warehouses, distribution centres and manufacturing facilities.
East Rand Training & Medical (ERMT) is a training brokerage and coordination company, giving businesses one convenient point of contact for sourcing, arranging and managing workplace training. We arrange Forklift Operator training through suitably registered and/or accredited training providers and manage the entire booking process on your behalf.
On-site group training is available across Gauteng, including Boksburg, Benoni, Germiston, Kempton Park, Edenvale, Jet Park, Isando, Wadeville and surrounding East Rand areas. Selected courses are also available at our Pretoria training facility.
Suitable For
- New forklift operators requiring initial certification
- Experienced operators requiring refresher training
- Warehouse, distribution and logistics operations
- Manufacturing, construction and industrial facilities
- Companies preparing for DoL or insurance audits
- Any employer operating forklifts in the workplace
Forklift Training Options
Novice Operator
Comprehensive initial training for new forklift operators. Covers theory, pre-use inspections, safe operation, load handling, stacking and workplace hazard identification.
Refresher Training
Refresher training for operators with prior experience. Covers updated safety procedures, incident review, practical assessment and certificate renewal.
Not sure which option your team needs?
Contact ERMT and we'll advise on the right training for your workplace requirements.
What the Training Covers
Why Train Your Forklift Operators?
Employers have a legal duty under the OHS Act to ensure that forklift operators are competent and trained before operating equipment in the workplace. Proper training reduces the risk of serious incidents, protects your workforce and supports compliance with applicable OHS requirements.
- Supports compliance with applicable OHS Act requirements
- Reduces the risk of forklift-related incidents and injuries
- Satisfies DoL, insurance and client audit requirements
- Training coordinated through registered and/or accredited providers
- On-site group training minimises operational disruption
- Covers both novice and refresher training requirements
Book Forklift Training
Contact ERMT for a fast corporate quotation. We coordinate the booking process and provide one convenient point of contact for your Forklift Operator training requirements.
- On-site group training across Gauteng
- Training available at our Pretoria training facility
- Novice and refresher forklift training
- Corporate & group bookings
- Fast quotation turnaround
- Training + occupational medicals available
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