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Forklift & MHE Training, Delivered On Your Site

Counterbalance, reach truck, VNA, pallet truck, telehandler and more. Novice, refresher, conversion and familiarisation training - on your equipment, in your warehouse, around your schedule.

Training that actually sticks.

When operators train on their own machines, in their own warehouse, following their own company's SOPs, they don't just pass a course. They become genuinely better, safer operators from day one.

Off-site training centres teach operators on unfamiliar machines in artificial environments. Summit trains in the real world, your world.
1
Train on Your Actual Equipment

Every forklift, reach truck and MEWP handles differently. Operators trained on their own machine know its quirks, controls and characteristics - not a generic training unit.

2
Familiar Environment = Real Confidence

Your site layout, your racking, your loading bays, your pedestrian routes. Operators train in the conditions they face every single shift.

3
Tied Directly to your SOPs

Summit aligns every course with your internal standard operating procedures. Operators aren't trained to pass a test, they're trained to work safely within your specific framework.

4
Operators Back to Work Faster

No travel time, no lost days off-site. If training finishes early, your team can get straight back to work. Minimal disruption to your operation.

Training Levels Explained

Training options tailored to every experience level, from novice operators to refresher and conversion courses.

Level 01

Novice

For candidates with little or no experience operating lift trucks.

3-5 Day Course
Level 02

Experienced

For operators with experience but no formal qualifications.

2-3 Day Course
Level 03

Refresher

Periodic training for certificated operators to maintain safety standards.

1 Day Course
Level 04

Conversion

For operators moving from one truck type to another (e.g. CB to Reach).

1-2 Day Course
Level 05

Familiarisation

Focusing on specific attachments or site-specific tasks.

Half Day Course

Equipment Types

Find the right training for your equipment. Browse our accredited courses below and receive an instant estimate based on your training requirements.

Counterbalance Forklift

Counterbalance Forklift

The most common forklift truck used across warehouses, factories and distribution centres. Also known as a counterbalance truck or FLT, it is designed for lifting, transporting and loading palletised goods safely.

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Reach Truck

Reach Truck

A specialist warehouse truck designed for operating in narrow aisles and accessing high-level racking. Also known as a reach forklift, it is widely used in storage and distribution environments.

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Very Narrow Aisle (VNA)

Very Narrow Aisle (VNA)

Designed to operate in extremely narrow warehouse aisles while maximising storage capacity. Also known as a turret truck or VNA forklift, it is commonly used in high-density storage facilities.

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Pallet Truck (Ride-on)

Pallet Truck (Ride-on)

A powered pallet truck that allows the operator to travel with the machine while moving loads. Also known as a rider pallet truck, it is commonly used in many busy warehouse operations every day.

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Powered Pallet Truck

Powered Pallet Truck

A pedestrian-operated powered pallet truck designed for efficient movement of palletised goods. Also known as an electric pallet truck or PPT, it is widely used across warehousing and logistics.

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Telehandler

Telehandler

A versatile lifting machine featuring a telescopic boom for extended reach and height. Also known as a telescopic handler or teleporter, it is commonly used in construction and industrial settings.

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Order Picker (High-level)

Order Picker High-level

A specialist truck that elevates the operator to retrieve products directly from racking systems. Also known as a high-level order picker, it is commonly used in distribution centres and warehouses.

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Side Loader

Side Loader

A forklift designed to carry loads parallel to the truck rather than in front. Also known as a sideloader, it is commonly used for transporting long or bulky materials safely and efficiently.

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Scissor Lift (MEWP)

Scissor Lift (MEWP)

A mobile elevating work platform that provides safe vertical access for working at height. Also known as a scissor platform, it is commonly used for maintenance and installation tasks.

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Boom Lift (MEWP)

Boom Lift (MEWP)

A mobile elevating work platform designed to provide both vertical and horizontal reach. Also known as an access boom or boom platform, it enables safe access to difficult locations.

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Cherry Picker

Cherry Picker

A popular term for a boom-type access platform used to safely elevate operators to height. Also known as a boom lift or access platform, it provides excellent reach and flexibility.

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Push Around EWP

Push Around EWP

A lightweight elevated work platform that is manually positioned before use. Also known as a push-around vertical lift, it provides a simple and practical solution for working at height.

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Emergency Evacuation Training

Are your high-level VNA operators trained in S-CAPE evacuation procedures? Don't leave safety to chance.

What's Included in Your Course

  • Fully Accredited Certification

    Recognized by major UK insurance providers and industrial regulators.

  • Theoretical Classroom Sessions

    Legislation overview, safety theory, and hazard awareness exams.

  • Practical Assessment

    Hands-on operation including steering, loading, and high-level stacking.

  • Pre-Use Inspection Training

    Mandatory training on how to properly check machines before every shift.

Trainer stood in front of a forklift.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about our training courses, accreditation, certification, coverage areas and on-site delivery.

What are the on-site requirements for training?

You must provide the appropriate truck(s) in good working order with a valid LOLER certificate, a designated quiet area for theory, and a safe area for practical training with representative loads.

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