by Richard Colligan | Feb 15, 2023 | Our News, Training courses
Key Performance Training is delighted to announce that we are now able to offer RTITB Rough Terrain Truck training courses in Swindon.
This type of forklift truck is often referred to as a ‘telehandler’ or ‘telescopic handler’. These machines are often widely used in the construction and agricultural industries due to their adaptability and maneuverability. They are highly versatile and can move loads of all shapes and sizes.
We’re providing training for category J3, which is for lifts over 9m and we’re offering novice, conversion, and refresher courses.
Our first week for this new truck is w/c 17th April 2023, and spaces are limited, so please contact us as soon as possible to guarantee a space on this sought-after course.
Check out our webpage for pricing and course content by clicking here.
Please contact us on 01793 975353 or david.gearon@keyperformancetraining.co.uk for more information or to book on the course.
by Richard Colligan | Feb 8, 2023 | Employment & skills, Forklift Friday, Our News
We’ve recently completed another great Forklift Friday, our free taster session, where anyone can come along and see what we’re all about.
Our attendees got the chance to meet our trainers, discuss their experience and ambitions, and to try out our trucks (only those who felt brave enough on the day!).
David and Darren also put on a “flatpack masterclass” for those who arrived a bit early, as they were caught struggling to build some new screens!
We run these sessions because, not only does it give people the chance to decide what course is right for them, but it also allows people to overcome some of those nerves that inevitably creep in when thinking about training. We’re committed to give everyone a great experience, as well as a great course, so Forklift Friday is an essential tool we use to help people overcome these difficulties.
If you’re unsure about whether forklift driving is the right choice for you, or you already have a certificate on one truck but are thinking about trying a different one, then please join us and we can discuss your needs face to face, with a coffee and a biscuit.
Contact us on 01793 975353 or david.gearon@keyperformancetraining.co.uk for more information, or to book a place on our next session click here.
by Richard Colligan | Feb 1, 2023 | Industry news, Training courses
Every business must prepare for a fire because any flame can kill someone and damage a building. The best way to prepare for the worst is to appoint a fire warden (also known as a fire marshal).
Fire Warden Regulations
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 provides the regulations for fire safety in offices. The order applies to all offices, places of business, and facilities like warehouses.
Under the order, each office must conduct a fire risk assessment that lays out every risk it faces. Anyone with control over the office is a “responsible person” who must take measures to reduce risks. But a fire warden or marshal has the authority to make decisions on fire prevention.
Every office with fewer than 50 employees must have one warden. An office with 50 to 100 employees must have two. For every additional 100 employees, the office must add one more fire warden.
If an office covers multiple floors, there must be one warden on each floor. Each shift must also have a martial on duty, and any martial on a leave of absence must be covered.
Keep in mind that fire regulations in Scotland and Northern Ireland are different from the regulations in England. If you have multiple offices throughout the United Kingdom, you need to familiarize yourself with each code of rules.
The government strictly enforces all fire safety regulations. A fire warden who fails to follow through on their responsibility can receive a fine or a prison sentence.
How to Train as a Fire Warden
The best warden to appoint is someone who has served as a firefighter or a first responder. But a company can select anyone, provided they can fulfil all responsibilities of a warden.
A warden should learn how to help determine the cause and spread of a fire. A knowledge of how to care for people who suffered from burns and smoke inhalation is also a very useful skill to have.
In addition to official courses, wardens should study literature about fire safety. They should be familiar with how the technology their office uses can spark or spread flames. They should have a complete understanding of all aspects of fire awareness, such as the hazards associated with a fire.
The warden must achieve adequate training and gain official certification. They then must apply for recertification every three years.
We offer a selection of Fire Safety Awareness courses, to ensure your staff are adequately trained to meet your obligations:
· Level 1 Award – ideal to raise awareness of fire safety in the workplace and what to do in an emergency – 3.5 hours training
· Level 2 Award – ideal for staff who want to become fire wardens / fire marshal’s – 6 hours training
· Level 1 & 2 Combined Award – combined course offering fully comprehensive fire warden / fire marshal training – 7.5 hours training. Please contact us on 01793 975353 or david.gearon@keyperformancetraining.co.uk for more information.
by Richard Colligan | Jan 26, 2023 | Our News, RTITB, Training courses
Why chose RTITB accredited training?
Key Performance Training is proud to be an RTITB accredited lift truck training company, but what does this mean for you when choosing which company to train with?
The RTITB is the gold standard of training in our industry, and we only use RTITB accredited instructors and examiners for all our lift truck courses
We know that the best lift truck instructors want to deliver high standards of training. They want to ensure their training candidates are engaged with their courses, and to make sure that the lift truck operators they train can ultimately work safely and efficiently. By using only RTITB accredited trainers, we can guarantee that all our courses meet these high standards.
We have access to their range of high-quality materials. We avoid ‘death by PowerPoint’, as no one enjoys long slide presentations, and instead use expertly designed course materials which are engaging for learners. We include different training delivery methods, such as group contributions, group participation and demonstrations, which help make the training more interactive.
We also have high quality question papers and mock theory papers, which enable good preparation and revision for our delegates, and all our materials are regularly updated, to ensure legal compliance.
The result is better engagement, leading to more knowledgeable forklift operators.
When instructors are trained and examined to the RTITB standard, you can be confident that they will deliver training to a high standard because they hold a sought-after, professional qualification.
For businesses, using RTITB instructors helps ensure the highest training and safety standards are upheld, and ensures that their training complies with guidance by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
We believe in offering high quality, engaging training and that’s why the RTITB standard is so important to us. We are audited on an annual basis as well, so you can be confident that these high standards are constantly being met and maintained.
by Richard Colligan | Jan 19, 2023 | Industry news, Our News, Training courses
We’re always being asked what the difference is between the various types of forklifts available for training, so we thought it might be useful to explain the three trucks we have in our training centre and what they are used for, to help you pick the right one for you.
The Counterbalance Truck
A counterbalance forklift truck operates a counterbalance weight design with a weight at the rear of the truck, offsetting the load to be lifted at the front. These trucks are used in many storage, warehouse and distribution systems where they carry out loading, stacking and horizontal transport functions.
The Reach Truck
A reach truck is used in narrow aisle applications, such as warehouses. They are designed to have two outer legs that help distribute the load and a single set of wheels in the back. The wheels are located below the operator, which helps create a tighter turn radius.
The Pivot Steer Truck
The Pivot Steer truck is commonly referred to as a ‘bendi’ or ‘flexi’ truck. The machine is suited to working in tight, narrow environments due to its swing mast, which allows the forks to swing at a 90 degree angle either side of the machine.
We offer novice courses on all of these trucks, but did you know that if you have an existing licence to one, we can offer you a conversion course to the others, which is much quicker and less expensive that a full novice course?
Contact us on 01793 975353 or david.gearon@keyperformancetraining.co.uk for more information.
