Basic training for forklift truck drivers - specialising in industrial trucks (level 1)
The basic training for forklift truck drivers provides all the important knowledge required to operate industrial trucks and forklift trucks safely, efficiently and in compliance with the law. The course is aimed at people who use forklift trucks in their everyday work - especially in warehouses, production facilities and logistics.
You will learn the technical basics and safe handling of forklift trucks, including control types, load handling equipment and driving behaviour. You will also learn about legal regulations, the duties of operators and drivers and accident prevention.
What can you expect?
- Legal basis: Laws, DGUV regulations, liability and obligations.
- Technology & structure: Forklift types, control types, safety equipment.
- Physical basics: Centre of gravity, stability, load capacity.
- Load handling & driving technique: Safe picking up, transporting and setting down of loads.
- Danger areas & accident prevention: Recognising and avoiding risks.
- Examinations: Theory and practical test with certificate and driving licence.
Special feature:
You can complete the course at our premises or book an in-house training course directly at your company (via group enquiry). As in-house training courses are tailored to your individual requirements, we work with you to customise the content. This means that the training is optimally adapted to your operational processes and equipment.
Wednesday to Friday, 01.07.-03.07.2026
Course times:
- Wednesday - Thursday: 08:00 - 16:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 13:00
After successfully completing the training - consisting of a theory and practical test - participants receive a recognised certificate and a driving licence as proof of their qualification.
