RTTB Forklift Truck Operator

LOCATION:

Onsite at Bishopstown Campus.

CERTIFICATION:

• RTTB Forklift Truck Operator.

INTRODUCTION:

Our popular RTTB accredited Forklift Truck Operator course runs several times a year. This short programme will give the learner the knowledge and skills to operate forklift safely and efficiently. Successful learners will achieve their RTTB forklift licence.

COURSE CONTENT:

• Induction:
  Learn to apply good safety, health, and hygiene practices. Grasp the basic principles of environmental issues.
• Counterbalance Forklift Truck Skills – RTITB:
  Operate a counterbalance forklift truck safely and efficiently. Follow the manufacturer’s guidelines and current health and safety regulations.
• Reach Forklift Truck Skills – RTITB:
  Operate a reach forklift truck safely and efficiently. Adhere to the manufacturer’s guidelines and current health and safety regulations.
  

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants apply online on www.fetchcourses.ie 

CERFL proficiency at B2 for those whose first language is not English.

The ideal candidate has good mechanical aptitude, problem solving skills, excellent written English, attention to deal, good computer skills, good hand eye coordination and an ability to work as part of a team.

Those from outside the EEA or Common Travel Area must provide evidence of Stamp Four status to undertake this course.

FAQs:

How much does the course cost?
There are no course fees for the course.

What hours are involved?
This is a short full time course, which usually runs for four weeks. The course times are 8.30am – 3.45pm Monday to Thursday and 8.30am – 12.45pm on Friday.

Time of attendance at work experience will be decided by the company and will differ from in centre training times.

What funding is available?
If you are in receipt of social welfare payment, you may be entitled to a training allowance for the programme duration.

How is the course assessed?
The course is assessed through a mixture of practical demonstration and written assessment.

Is there work experience?
No, there is no work experience on this short programme.

Career opportunities?
Successful graduates of the programme have gone on to employment in the warehousing industry.