Staying legal while operating a forklift in the workplace

When using a forklift truck in the workplace it's important you know the forklift safety rules. Breaching forklift safety regulations can lead to injury or even death, and result in the person responsible being fined or imprisoned.

1) All operators and supervisors of each truck type MUST have ‘adequate training’.

2) Pre-Use checks must be carried out at least once a week (ideally daily). You can download our guide here: pre-use checks (pdf)

3) Each lift truck is required by law to have a 'Thorough Examination' under LOLER & PUWER. This must be done every 12 months. If a forklift is used to lift a person using an appropriate safety cage, then this inspection must be done every 6 months.