Our suite of forklift training in Cork packages includes courses for beginners, courses for more experienced forklift drivers, and courses on specialist topics. We are a SOLAS approved forklift instructor, and our team of knowledgeable instructors are trained to the RTITB level.

Beginner Course

We provide our top-rated forklift training beginner course to new forklift operators eager to gain their certification. This 3 to 4-day course outlines issues such as legislation and the safe operation of a forklift and focuses in detail on safety procedures. The end goal of this course is to ensure a forklift operator has the knowledge and skill to operate a forklift safely and efficiently.

Forklift Training – Experienced Course

The experienced forklift training course is delivered over two days. The modules and learning in this course are designed for those who have professional experience operating forklifts. This course is ideal for people interested in earning their certification for forklift operation or interested in refreshing a previous certificate. Some of the modules covered include forklift safety checks, forklift operation and issues like legislation.

Forklift Refresher Course (CB)

We also provide a forklift refresher course. This is a one-day course designed for learners who want to refresh a previous certification. It is assessed through theory and practical assessment. Upon successful completion of this course, learners get a CMSE Training Certification.

Forklift Stacker Conversion Course

This specialist course is designed for experienced forklift drivers interested in earning a ride-on stacker truck forklift certification. This course combines theory and practical assessment. Topics covered include safe truck operation, how to conduct safety checks and issues surrounding operational legislation.

The above is an intro to the various forklift training courses available. For bookings, please get in contact with our offices today.

Unfortunately, back injuries due to improper lifting techniques remain extremely common and can leave individuals with long-term back pain. 

More so than simply teaching manual handling techniques, we demonstrate how instructors should approach the lifting of different loads based on their size, structural integrity, and weight. 

Plan the task of Manual handling

Our courses get instructors thinking about manually handling objectively. Before approaching a load, we teach learners how to consider 

• What is the load?
• Where is the load to be moved to?
• When is the load to be moved?
• Who is going to move the load?
• How is the load to be moved?
• What equipment is required?

Our course makes sure our learners can answer these questions and pass this teaching on.

Assess the risks of Manual Handling

Before moving a heavy load having the ability and knowledge to access and plan for possible risks is vital. Our manual handling course allows learners to access:

• What are the potential hazards?
• What are the potential consequences?
• How can the risks be controlled?

Choose the right equipment for Manual Handling

Different equipment will be required for proper manual handling. For example, warehouses and stockrooms may require employees to wear lifting belts. Whatever equipment is required, our customised manual handling courses can help instructors communicate to employees how to access selecting the right equipment:

Use the correct technique for Manual Handling

Our manual handling course teaches the core skill of proper lifting technique. When lifting a heavy object is unavoidable, there are movements and methods designed to reduce the possibility of injury. 

During a manual handling course, we’ll teach instructors how to access:

• The correct way to lift the load
• The safest way to move the load
• The most efficient way to carry a load

Please contact our offices for more information on our manual handling class. 

- What driver CPC Training is
- Why Driver CPC training is important
- And what the CPC Courses in Dublin and Cork Entail

What is Driver CPC training?

CPC stands for certificate of professional competence. This certificate was introduced back in September 2013 and mandated that every professional driver must carry a professional Driver CPC card. From 2014 onwards it’s been deemed illegal for any professional driver to drive a bus, coach or truck without a Driver CPC card.
Driver CPC training is the course that professional drivers need to complete to receive their driver CPC card. Driver CPC training is not just for Irish drivers. A driver CPC card is a Europe wide professional driver requirement.

Why is Driver CPC Training Important?

As stated it’s illegal to drive a bus, coach or truck without a Driver CPC card. A driver CPC card ensures the competency of the driver’s of these large vehicles. Ultimately making roads safer not just in Ireland but throughout Europe.

What do the CPC Courses In Dublin & Cork Involve?

The course offered by Safety Alliance is in line with the European standard for the Driver CPC certificate. The course is broken down into 6 modules. Each module takes about 7 hours and includes additional reading material.

Module 1:
This covers control of the vehicle and explores eco drivers techniques

Module 2
Concerns with how to minimise risk and manage transport industry-specific emergencies.

Module 3
Focuses on the health and safety of the modern professional driver

Module 4
The modern role of the professional driver in the transport industry

Module 5
The truck drivers role

Module 6
The professional bus driver’s role

Each one of these modules can be booked on our website at our various available locations. However, the CPC courses in Dublin fills up quickly so please book as soon as possible to ensure your spot.

If you have any additional questions on our Driver CPC course in Dublin or our CPC course in  Cork, please contact our offices or review the information on our website.