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Forklift training (DGUV 308-001) - for the safe operation of forklifts

Forklift training is an important step in ensuring safety and efficiency when handling forklifts. Hanselmann's forklift training in accordance with DGUV principle 308-001 (BGG 925) teaches you all the relevant knowledge and skills to operate forklifts safely and correctly. Whether you want to expand your professional qualifications or have your employees trained - our forklift training and other trainings provides you with the necessary basics in a practice-oriented manner.

Professional forklift training at Hanselmann

Our forklift training offers you comprehensive certified forklift training to the highest standards, which you complete with a recognizable certificate. If required, we are happy to tailor your training to the specific circumstances and requirements of your company on site to ensure the best possible learning experience.

Your benefits of forklift training with Hanselmann:

Flexibility on site:

training courses directly at our premises in Crailsheim near Stuttgart or at your location throughout Germany.

Certified training:

training in accordance with DGUV principle 308-001 (BGG 925) for safe and efficient forklift operation.

Practical training:

learn all the relevant knowledge and skills for the safe operation of forklift trucks.

Expansion of professional qualifications:

ideal for personal development or employee training.

FAQ: Answers to the most frequently asked questions about forklift training

Participants in a forklift training course should be at least 18 years old and in good physical health. Some training courses also require basic knowledge in the areas of safety and technology. Before the training course begins, we check the individual requirements and ensure that all participants are well prepared. 

Yes, at Hanselmann we offer forklift training either at our training center in Crailsheim or on-site at your facility anywhere in Germany. Our trainers will come to your facility to provide customized training directly within your working environment.

The duration of a forklift training course can vary, depending on the type of course and the level of experience of the participants. As a rule, our basic training course lasts one day. Refresher courses are often shorter and can last between half a day and one day.

Forklift training is usually required once, but there are legal requirements for regular refresher training. In Germany, refresher training must be carried out at least once a year to ensure that knowledge and the driver's license remain up to date and regulations are complied with.

The cost of forklift training can vary depending on the scope of the course, number of participants and location. At Hanselmann, we offer transparent prices and customized offers, which we will be happy to clarify with you in a personal meeting. Contact us for an individual offer.

Our training courses generally cover different types of forklift trucks, including electric forklift trucks, diesel forklift trucks and gas-powered forklift trucks. Incidentally, you can purchase these new and used from us and also rent all equipment flexibly. We also offer specialized training for specific types and applications to ensure that your employees acquire the knowledge relevant to your fleet.

If you have any further questions or require additional information, please do not hesitate to contact us!

Overview of the training contents

Duration of the forklift training:

1 day

Target group:

all people who work or would like to work with a forklift truck

Venue:

face-to-face event, in-house training possible

Completion:

certificate, driving license card, safety pass

Core content:
  • Legal basics, accidents
  • Design and function of industrial trucks and attachments, drive types
  • Stability, handling loads, special applications
  • General operation, regular inspection
Prerequisites for the training:
  • You need to be 18 years old or older
  • Physical and mental fitness
  • safety shoes and work gloves, high-visibility vest required
Benefits of forklift training:
  • You reduce the risk of accidents at work and thus ensure safe handling of your goods.
  • You can use the forklift truck to make work processes significantly faster, so that shorter processing times are guaranteed.
  • You secure your job through professional qualifications or create new career prospects for yourself, even in the future.
  • You will acquire comprehensive knowledge that will prepare you for difficult situations in your day-to-day work.

Comprehensive forklift training

Our forklift training in accordance with DGUV principle 308-001 (BGG 925) covers all the important areas required for safe forklift operation. From the legal basics to driving and loading technology to accident prevention - our training is comprehensive and practice-oriented. Successful completion entitles you to operate forklift trucks safely in various areas of application, for example in the context of logistics or industrial assembly.

Annual training for forklift drivers

In addition to the basic training, the annual instruction for forklift truck drivers is of crucial importance. This annual forklift training ensures that forklift drivers' knowledge is always up to date and that they regularly refresh their skills. With our forklift truck training, you meet all legal requirements and ensure safety in your company.

Flexibility and safety in forklift truck training

Our forklift training offers you maximum flexibility. We provide training both on site at your company and at our training center. Our experienced team works in accordance with the current DGUV principles and ensures that you or your employees are optimally prepared for practical work.

Rely on quality and safety - with our forklift training in accordance with DGUV principle 308-001 (BGG 925), you are ideally equipped for the safe use of forklift trucks in your company.

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Hanselmann Ansprechpartner Tengiz Orjonikidze
Tengiz Orjonikidze Occupational safety officer & Training manager & IT System administrator
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