Operate safely and confidently with ARC’s Reach Truck Forklift Training—designed for warehouse, distribution, and logistics professionals. Our accredited courses are delivered by experienced instructors in South Wales, with flexible options for all skill levels.
Course Overview
- Accreditation: NPORS / In-house certification
- Duration:
- Novice: 3–5 days
- Experienced (no formal training): 2–3 days
- Refresher: 1 day
- Conversion: 1 day (e.g. from Counterbalance or Bendi)
- Location: ARC Training Centre, Pontyclun or your workplace
- Certificate Validity: Typically 3–5 years
- Assessment: Theory exam, pre-use checks, and practical driving test
What Is a Reach Truck?
A reach truck is a type of forklift designed for narrow aisle work and high-level pallet racking. Common in warehouses and cold storage, reach trucks offer excellent manoeuvrability and height reach—ideal for vertical storage environments.
Course Content
- Legal and safety regulations (PUWER, LOLER)
- Reach truck controls and stability principles
- Pre-use inspections and fault reporting
- Load handling at height
- Manoeuvring in confined spaces
- Racking systems and stacking/de-stacking
- Battery care and safe shutdown
- Final theory and practical tests
Who Should Attend?
- Warehouse & logistics personnel
- Stock handlers and forklift operators
- Employers needing operator certification
- Individuals seeking work in warehousing or distribution
Entry Requirements
- Age 16+
- Understanding of written and spoken English
- Basic fitness for practical training
- PPE required (can be provided)
Funding Available
ARC supports learners and employers with access to:
- PLA (Personal Learning Account) – for eligible Welsh residents
- ReAct+ – for recently unemployed individuals
- CITB Levy Funding – for registered construction employers
Why Choose ARC?
- Accredited by ITSSAR
- Modern training facilities and equipment
- CITB Approved Training Organisation (ATO)
- Flexible delivery, small group sizes
- High pass rates & job-ready skills
Book Your Reach Truck Forklift Training
Advance your career or upskill your team with reach truck training from ARC.
- Phone: 01443 303006
- Email: plant@thearcgroup.co.uk