CPCS A16 Industrial Forklift - Project Skills Solutions

CPCS Forklift Training (A16) - Open Course

What is the CPCS Forklift Training (A16) Open Course?

Open Courses are face-to-face training courses that are held at a training venue. Due to the nature of CPCS training and the practical elements involved, they suit only this type of training, they are not suitable for virtual or on-site delivery.

This CPCS forklift training is for industrial forklifts, also known as a heavy-duty forklift. It is a type of forklift designed for heavy-duty use in industrial applications such as warehouses, ports, construction sites, and manufacturing facilities. Compared to regular forklifts, industrial forklifts are larger and have a greater lifting capacity, typically ranging from 13,000 to 80,000 pounds.

Industrial forklifts have a variety of unique features that make them suitable for handling heavy loads in challenging environments. For example, they have reinforced frames, larger tires, and powerful engines to support their heavy-lifting capabilities. They are also equipped with hydraulic systems that allow for precise control of the lifting and lowering of heavy loads.

Another significant difference between industrial forklifts and regular forklifts is their specialized attachments. Industrial forklifts often have specialised attachments such as paper roll clamps, fork positioners, and side shifters that allow them to handle a variety of loads with ease. Project Skills Solutions offers the CPCS A16 Forklift training course available for both beginner and experienced operators. By the end of the course, you’ll be ready to take the CPCS tests and become a certified Industrial Forklift Operator.

CPCS Industrial Forklift Training Open Course - Key Information

Foundation and Experienced courses available
Complete this course to apply for your Red Card or keep your Blue Card up to date
CPCS is the most recognised qualification for operating plant in the UK
Practical, hands-on training course
You must hold the relevant CITB health, safety and environment test (less than 2 years old)
Theory assessment and practical CPCS technical test

CPCS Forward Tipping Dumper Course Details

On receiving payment for your forklift training course, an email with your ‘course joining instructions’ is sent to you.
This document includes the following details:

Your chosen course start date and subsequent dates (this is either a 2 or 3-day course)
Course start time at your chosen venue
Address of your chosen venue, including a map screenshot
Details of what to do if you need any special requirements to complete the course

You need to bring photographic ID, such as a driving licence or passport with you.

Lunch is not included, so please provide your own.

CPCS Forklift Training (A16) Course Content

You will cover the following content on your CPCS Forklift training course:

The purpose of principle components, controls and terminology
Conforming with manufacturer requirements and relevant regulations and legislation
Conduct pre-use plant checks and configuring the machine ready for travel
Travelling to and manoeuvring in confined spaces (with and without loads)
Configuring and setting the machine for lifting and transferring duties
lifting and manoeuvring various loads using the full working height of the forklift
Loading and unloading procedures for machine transporting
Transferring and placing loads accurately at given locations
Placing and removing loads from a vehicle
Maintaining tidy working areas and following safe working practices
Carrying out shut down and securing procedures

What happens on an industrial forklift training course?

Most CPCS courses will run in the following format:

Day 1 – mostly theory-based classroom training. This is to ensure that you are confident with the theory aspect before you go out and complete the practical training. Depending on how your theory learning goes, you may get practical training for some of the day on your first day.
Day 2 – putting your theory knowledge into practice by completing the practical exercises of your training.
On the final day of your course, you will complete your theory test preparation by completing mock exam questions, and then complete your actual assessment: the CPCS technical tests.

Assessment and Certification

You will take both a theory and practical assessment for your CPCS Forklift training course.
You will take a theory assessment in the form of the CPCS verbal test. You need to achieve 80%, plus full marks on any mandatory questions to pass the standard set in the theory test.
Your practical test will assess your operating ability through practical activities based on the core skills needed to operate the forklift.

What qualification will I get on the CPCS Forklift training course?

CPCS Trained Operator Card (red card) on passing the CPCS technical tests.
CITB National Construction College e-certificate, available on request from CITB.

Entry Requirements

You need to have the following to enrol on the CPCS Forklift Training course:

The relevant CITB health, safety and environment test passed no more than two years before the course start date
Good understanding of spoken and written English.

Special Considerations

The delegate can have additional time for their theory test which is a verbal or taped verbal test. If a translator is required, this will incur additional costs and will need to be arranged in advance.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding support during the course, please contact our team on 0800 0213 263.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some of the questions we frequently get asked about CPCS courses.

How long does my CPCS card last for?

See the CPCS website here and click on the link 'How to get your CPCS Card' find out all the information you need about your Red Trained Operator Card and Blue Competent Operator Card. On CPCS individual CPCS courses, there is a 'CPCS Card' tab, which will tell you about the process of Red and Blue cards.

How much is a CPCS course?

CPCS courses will vary depending on location and how many days your course is. Most courses are 3-5 days long. Your assessment, card and certificate (if applicable) and the hire of the plant you will have your practical training in, is all included in your course price. CPCS is one of the most widely recognised qualifications in the UK and they are dedicated to raising the standards and skills of those in the construction industry. Therefore, most principal contractors and major house builders will require all construction workers to hold a valid CSCS card, which includes CPCS. This means that if you invest in a CPCS course and pass it successfully, you will have gained the most widely recognised qualifications in the UK.

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