Our courses are designed to equip people at all levels with the necessary skills to minimise incidents in the workplace.
Forklift Training
TETA-accredited forklift training for South African businesses —
safer operators, legal compliance, and practical on-site delivery.
Our
forklift training course is designed for businesses that need to train
or retrain forklift operators safely, efficiently, and in line with
their occupational health and safety obligations. We work primarily with
employers, HR and training managers, and safety officers responsible
for meeting compliance requirements under the OHS Act.
Whether
you need training for new operators, refresher training for staff with
expiring certificates, or on-site delivery for a team at your premises,
we can assist. We offer forklift training nationwide across South Africa, with a strong footprint in Johannesburg, Pretoria, Durban, Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, and East London.
Why businesses choose our forklift training
Forklift
training is not simply a certification requirement — it plays a direct
role in reducing preventable incidents and improving operational
standards. A well-trained operator is better equipped to inspect the
machine correctly, handle loads safely, work within rated capacities,
and respond to hazards appropriately.
Key reasons employers choose us:
TETA-accredited training provider
Supports legal compliance under the OHS Act
On-site training available — train staff at your own premises
Practical training aligned to real workplace conditions
Suitable for individual operators or larger teams
Refresher training available for expiring certificates
Competitive pricing
What the forklift training covers
This
course is structured around the SAQA unit standard for operating a
counterbalanced lift truck (US 242974, NQF Level 3). Training develops
the practical skills and knowledge operators need to work safely and
effectively in a workplace environment.
Training includes:
Forklift controls and operating principles
Pre-use and post-use inspections
Identifying faults and reporting defects
Load handling, classification, and stability
Safe lifting, moving, stacking, and unloading
Operating in line with workplace safety procedures
Shutdown and secure parking procedures
Practical operator assessment
Refresher and reassessment requirements where applicable
Forklift classes covered: F1, F2, F3 and F4
The SAQA unit standard for counterbalanced lift trucks covers four capacity categories:
F1: Rated capacity up to 3 000 kg
F2: Rated capacity up to 7 000 kg
F3: Rated capacity up to 15 000 kg
F4: Rated capacity above 15 000 kg
Operators
should be trained on the class that matches the machine they will be
using. If you are unsure which class applies, include this in your
enquiry and we will advise.
Who this forklift course is for
This
course is aimed primarily at businesses and organisations that need
forklift operators trained or retrained as part of their workplace
safety and compliance programme.
We regularly work with:
Manufacturing and production facilities
Warehousing and logistics operations
Mining companies
Transport and distribution businesses
Wholesale and retail operations
Construction companies
Agricultural, farming, and export businesses
Schools, universities, and property management organisations
On-site forklift training for companies
We offer on-site forklift training
for businesses that want their staff trained at their own premises.
This reduces logistical disruption, allows operators to be assessed in a
familiar working environment, and is often the most practical option
when training multiple employees at once.
On-site training is available nationwide. Include your site address in your quote request and we will confirm availability.
Forklift training locations
We offer forklift training nationally and frequently operate in:
Johannesburg
Pretoria
Durban
Cape Town
Port Elizabeth
East London
Training at other locations is also available. Contact us to confirm availability in your area.
Refresher training and repeat business need
Forklift
certificates are valid for two years. Operators are required to attend a
refresher training course within three months of the expiry date. This
makes forklift training an ongoing compliance requirement for most
employers — not a once-off exercise.
Refresher training is relevant when:
A certificate has expired or is approaching expiry
An operator has been inactive and needs to be retrained
An employer wants to reconfirm competency standards
Internal compliance records need to be kept up to date
Need forklift training for your staff or site?
We
offer TETA-accredited forklift training and refresher training across
South Africa. Tell us where you are, how many operators you need to
train, and which forklift class applies — we’ll provide a competitive
quote.
Yes. Under the Occupational Health and Safety Act, employers are required to ensure that machinery is operated by competent persons. Forklift operators are expected to be adequately trained and assessed as competent before operating lifting equipment in the workplace. Accredited training provides documented evidence of competency and supports an employer’s compliance obligations under the Act.
Yes. Our forklift training is accredited with the Transport Education and Training Authority (TETA). The course is aligned to SAQA Unit Standard 242974 (Operate counter-balanced lift truck), NQF Level 3, 7 Credits.
The F classes refer to the rated load capacity of the counterbalanced forklift. F1 covers machines rated up to 3,000 kg, F2 up to 7,000 kg, F3 up to 15,000 kg, and F4 covers machines with a capacity above 15,000 kg. Operators should hold a certificate for the class that corresponds to the machine they operate in your workplace.
A forklift certificate is valid for two years from the date of assessment. Operators are required to attend a refresher training course within three months of the expiry date. Employers are responsible for tracking certificate expiry dates and arranging timely renewal for their staff.
Yes. We offer on-site forklift training for companies that prefer to train staff at their own workplace. This reduces travel, limits disruption to operations, and allows operators to be assessed in the environment they actually work in. It is particularly practical when training multiple operators at the same site. Include your location and requirements in your quote request.
Our primary focus is on businesses and organisations that need accredited workplace training for their employees. If you are an individual operator whose employer has asked you to arrange training, contact us and we will advise on the most appropriate option.
Pricing depends on the number of operators, the forklift class required, your location, and whether you need on-site delivery or training at a centre. Use the Request a Quote button to send through your requirements and we will provide a competitive quote.
