ON-SITE Forklift operator training
and verification of competency (VOC) for COMPANIES ONLY.
Sorry but we can't help individuals unless you have access to a machine and pay the minimum fee. Other providers are better setup to provide for you.
Location
On your site at start and break times that suit your operations.
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Equipment
Using your equipment so training is relevant to the workers.
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Duration
1 Day or less (refresher practical evaluations are usually quicker)
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Maximum numbers
Depends on the mix of experience but generally 12 or less.
Learners should have some forklift driving practice under supervision of a competent person prior to training day. Download a FREE coaching guideline here.
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Cost
$99 per person + GST
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Minimum charge
$400 (1 to 4 attendees)
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Discounts
$800 day rate for 9 to 12 attendees.
Add $50 for each additional attendee if more than 12.
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FREE BONUS!
The first 90 minutes of the session covers the Health & Safety at Work Act and how it applies to not only forklifts but all work in general.
Key concepts including risk management, controlling hazards, responsibilities and duties are explained in an easy to follow format.
Any other available staff are invited to attend FREE of charge. This is a great opportunity for other workers, administrators, supervisors, managers and directors to ask questions and improve understanding of the requirements under the Act, including the need for “safe systems of work”.
Download a FREE forklift procedure template here.
Only operators that complete the tests will be included in the charges.
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Digital VOC
On completion of a multi-choice test followed by practical training and a Basic Operating Skills Test, a Verification Of Competency will be emailed no later than 6pm the next working day. That is our promise to you. If for any reason we fail to live up to that promise, we will discount 10% off the bill.
Download a sample VOC certificate here.
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Travel surcharge
A travel surcharge of $0.79 per kilometre may apply depending on where our nearest forklift instructor is to your location.
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Travel between Kaitaia and Takanini will be reduced if the $800 day rate is selected.
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Complete the enquiry form, include your site address and we'll let you know if any travel costs will apply.
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Weekend and shift work
Weekends (excluding long weekends and public holidays) and night shifts are available to help fit in with your production schedule.
Minimum charge for weekends is $594.
Night shift training is $149 per attendee with minimum 6.
Forklift Training
FAQs
My worker already has a drivers licence F endorsement, is that enough?
No. Endorsements are only required when driving on a public road is necessary.
In any case, F, W, T & R endorsements are being phased out. Here is a link to further information about that.
Until the amendment is passed, you will need to hold an F endorsement on your driver licence if you are required to drive your forklift on a public road.
What is a public road?
The explanation is not a simple one. It can be found here at this NZ Transport Agency website link.
VerifyME.kiwi recommend you do not allow anyone to take a forklift out the gate or off site on to the actual road or street unless;
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The forklift has a current registration plate and current licence label and warrant of fitness.
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The driver has an F endorsement on their licence.
What is an authorisation?
Mobile plant operators should be authorised to carry out tasks with heavy equipment.
Just driving around the site may be regarded as “high risk” because of the chance of running into pedestrians, structures and other vehicles.
A licence endorsement, training certificate or VOC is not an authorisation to operate a forklift on site. The code of practice requires employers to issue a separate authorisation to carry out specific tasks with specified machinery.
Our FREE SOP template has a built in authorisation panel.
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How often do I need to complete a refresher?
The code of practice allows a maximum period of three years. VerifyME.kiwi recommends retraining every 2 years or annually. Most companies choose a 3 year cycle.
Note: Refresher training should be given at regular intervals OR when an operator has been involved in an accident OR when an operator has been observed operating incorrectly.
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If my worker is required to operate a 12 tonne forklift, but has completed practical training on a 1.8 tonne machine, are they allowed to operate the larger machine?
Only when the PCBU or employer is satisfied that the operator has been properly trained in the safe use of specific equipment, may they authorise that worker to do that work.
Additional job specific training may be required. See authorisation above.