Fork Lift Truck Association
The UK's Independent Authority on Fork Lift Trucks

Welcome to the Fork Lift Truck Association: your first port of call for information and advice on fork lift trucks and materials handling issues.

 

This site features free materials, including helpful fact sheets on operation, training and safety.  There’s an online catalogue of resources and important documentation, details of key events, and ways to contact local FLTA Members.

 

Safety Conference 2010 - book now! 

Book your place on this essential one-day conference!

 

The FLTA's sell-out Safety Conference returns on 22nd September, with a new theme: The Bigger Picture.

 

For more information, visit the Safety Conference page, and for the full programme, see the Safety Conference programme page.

FLTA Safety Conference 2010 logo

FLTA Awards 2011 – Nominations are open!

The FLTA Awards for Excellence 2011 are now accepting nominations.

If you, your co-workers or your company have done something to be proud of this year, or if you just want more information, find out more here.

All the winners at the Fork Lift Truck Association Awards 2010

National Fork Lift Safety Week returns

National safety awareness campaign running from 20th-26th September

National Fork Lift Safety Week is returning on 20th-26th September. For more information on the campaign, such as its goals and the FREE resources that will be made available, click here.

 

For information on our latest story - how Safety Week may have helped reduce accident figures already - click here.

Fork lift truck accident drop graph

  


 

How thorough are your examinations?

Are you breaking the law by confusing 'inspections with legally required Thorough Examinations? Find out how to comply with current legislation by clicking here...

Finding a reliable supplier...

Click here to find a supplier who meets the high standards demanded by the FLTA's rigorous Code of Practice...

What is the minimum age for driving a fork truck?

Can a truck be driven on the public highway? And how long does a fork truck driver's licence last? For answers to these and many more questions, click here...

 
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