Companies need to have proof that all forklift operators are trained and competent to drive the type of forklift they are using in order to meet their Health and Safety at Work Act obligations. Failure to do this can result in fines for the person conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU). This is why it is important for individuals to have this when looking for a forklift driving job.
An F Endorsement on your drivers licence is NOT proof of competency and you need to have a current Worksite Forklift Licence to prove competency and meet Health and Safety Act at Work obligations.
We cover the variety of forklifts you driver under the experienced operators forklift licence if they are on the same site and the assessment is done at the one time. For example if you drive a Reach, Counterbalance and Order Picker all 3 will be assessed and show on your licence if when you display successful competency without needing practical training.
You will need an F Endorsement
To do this you need to hold a Full New Zealand Drivers Licence and a New Zealand Worksite Forklift Licence showing competency (the forklift worksite licence can be done on the same day as this training)
If you can stack and destack and operate the forklift without practical tuition, even if you haven't held an official forklift licence previously, you will be able to sit our half day "Experienced Operators" course instead of a full day "Beginners Course"
If your forklift licence is about to expire, is expired, or you have never had a forklift licence but know how to drive a forklift - you can do the Worksite Experienced Operators Course. Our courses are designed so you don't have to do a full day beginners course unlike our competitors.
If you have a current ASWEFA forklift worksite licence and want to have a different type of forklift added to your licence we can do this for you. You can book practical training with ASWEFA or if you already know how to use it you only need to book an assessment. These options are cheaper than doing a repeat beginner or experienced worksite forklift course.
We have a variety of forklifts at our site, including Counterbalance, Reach, Bendi, Pallet Trucks, Walk Behind Forklifts. If you have a different type at your job site we can do your assessment or practical training at your site.
We can come to your company site for one to 100+ drivers. This allows drivers to return to normal work duties once finished and to be assessed in an environment they are used to and will continue to operate in. We can do this at a time that suits you.
You can complete theory online and the practical assessment can be done either at our site or for a small additional charge at your Auckland located company site
When companies think of training as an investment, rather than an expense, that shift in thought creates some serious savings opportunities. If you use the right training provider, such as ASWEFA, this can lead to reducing product and property damage, avoiding potential injuries and creating better processes that support cost savings in the future. Not only are ASWEFA leaders in Forklift, WTR, MEWP and D Endorsement but also provide Site Audits, Pedestrian Safety Courses, WTR Competency courses, Verification of Competency and Specialised training. Established over 25 years ago, ASWEFA has the wealth of knowledge needed to help you create A Safe Working Environment For All. Contact us now to see how your company can benefit from our services.
