Weekly Forklift Training Updates: Diversity and Specialist Training at 4KS Forklift Training
At 4KS Forklift Training, we had an incredible week filled with success stories and notable training achievements. Both our Birmingham and Peterborough centres were bustling with activity, and we are thrilled to share the highlights.
Birmingham Centre: Embracing Diversity in the Forklift Industry
One of the most exciting aspects of this week’s training was the diversity in our group of trainees. A batch of 14 candidates from Birmingham and Coventry successfully completed their Counterbalance and Reach Truck courses. Notably, this group included several female trainees, marking a positive step toward a more inclusive workforce in the material handling industry.
At 4KS Forklift Training, we believe it is crucial to encourage more women to enter the sector, and it was inspiring to see their dedication and skill throughout the course. These women are now fully certified and ready to take on roles in the logistics and warehouse industry, showcasing that forklift operation is a career path for everyone.
Specialist Bendi Training at Our Birmingham Centre
Another highlight this week was the training conducted on our Bendi trucks, a unique offering at our Birmingham forklift training centre. Bendi or Pivot-steer trucks are essential for navigating narrow aisles and tight spaces in warehouses, and not many training centres offer this type of specialist training. We pride ourselves on having this capability, and our Bendi truck refresher course this weekend was fully booked with trainees eager to enhance their skills.
With our experienced instructors and fully equipped facilities, we’re able to deliver high-quality, hands-on Bendi training that sets us apart from other providers.
Additional Achievements at Birmingham
In addition to the Counterbalance and Reach Truck courses, we saw several candidates successfully complete their Counterbalance Experience and Refresher courses. It’s always rewarding to see individuals improve and refine their skills through these essential courses.
Peterborough Centre: Building on Success
Peterborough also saw a busy week of training with diverse courses for both companies and private candidates:
Meanwhile, at our Peterborough training centre, a candidate from the Reed in Partnership Restart Scheme passed both his Counterbalance Experience and Reach Truck Conversion courses with flying colours. This success has motivated him to continue his training, and he’s already eager to take on the PPT (Powered Pallet Truck) course. Here’s what he had to say:
Amazing instructor very friendly and professional. Olly was amazing and very helpful and professional. I came in to do my reach conversion with "baby sheik" was very professional made course easy and informative highly recommended thanks 4KS and team.
Special Instructor Request for Olly
We also received wonderful feedback about our instructor, Olly, whose commitment to high-quality training left such a positive impression on the largest private thermal processing and surface engineered coatings company in the UK, that they’ve requested him to train an additional 12 candidates next month! We’re grateful for Olly’s dedication and the impact he’s making at 4KS Forklift Training.
We would like to book another 4 courses at your Peterborough Training Centre (4 different weekdays – each for 3 people). In the morning, in the next month or so, would be ideal. If Olly is available then that would be great.
Looking Ahead: Encouraging Female Participation and Specialist Training
This week has been a perfect reminder of the importance of diversity and specialised skills in the material handling sector. With more women entering the industry and candidates expanding their expertise through courses like Bendi training, we are excited to continue offering top-tier training that helps build careers and strengthen businesses.
Explore our training highlights in the gallery below and see the variety of courses we offer. Interested in a specific truck or course? Reach out to find the perfect fit for your training needs!
About 4KS Forklift Training Ltd:
4KS Forklift Training Ltd is an award-winning provider of top-quality forklift training programs, accredited by both RTITB and AITT. With training centres in Birmingham and Peterborough, we offer tailored solutions to meet the specific needs of our clients across a variety of industries. Our commitment to excellence has been recognised through prestigious awards, including the UK Material Handling Association’s Archies Award for Training Provider of the Year and 2nd place in the RTITB Training Awards. Our mission is to enhance workplace safety and efficiency by delivering exceptional training experiences.
