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Forklift Trucks - History

Clark are credited with producing the forerunner of the seated counterbalanced forklift truck in 1917 but it was Yale that, in 1925, produced the first electric truck that had raising forks and an elevating mast.

After the 2nd world war British industry started importing forklift trucks from the USA and they were used mainly for outside applications but then in in 1946 the first truly British company, Coventry Climax, produced the first forklift truck and the rest as they say, is history.

Forklift trucks nowadays are more sophisticated with complex electronic and hydraulic systems, high visibility masts and with comfort and safety for the operator paramount.

Rough terrain forklifts is by comparison a relatively modern development, however exactly when are were they were first used is unclear as they were developed from existing machines.

Rough Terrain Forklift Truck Training

Rough Terrain Forklifts are unsurprisingly found in areas which are too arduous for conventional forklifts. There are several manufacturers but tend to follow the same basic design.

Accredited Rough Forklift Truck training helps you not only stay within the current regulations but ensures that your staff fully understand the capabilities of a machine which buy its very nature tends to be used in more hazardous areas.

In addition to Rough Terrain Forklift truck training this course covers essential features of these trucks and their daily maintenance, including how to avoid the potential dangers of operation, how to assess loads and move them safely, how to get the best from your Rough Terrain Forklift in different conditions and the relevant legal requirements.

Manitou Rough Terrain Forklift - training

As with most of our courses if training a group of people Rough Terrain Forklift truck training can either be held at a suitable site of your choice, which has the advantage of developing some friendly camaraderie to see who will be the best. Reducing the time taken, by eliminating the traveling time involved. Alternatively we can arrange training at our own site for individuals or smaller groups.

When contacting us about Rough Terrain Forklift truck training it is important to give us an accurate overview of the experience levels and existing relevant qualifications held by all the people to attend the course.

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