Container Handler Lift Truck Training Course
There are 5 different types of container handlers used in the UK. Each type has its own category and these categories and the training requirements are listed in the chart below.
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At Matrix Safety Training, we continually achieve high success rates by using the latest training techniques in accordance with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) guidelines.

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If you are interested in any of our lift truck courses, give us a call on 033 3366 0065 or send us an email and one of our team will be happy to point you in the right direction.
Course Name
Number of Candidates
Comments
Operator Experience
Course Duration
G1 - Straddle Carriers
G2 - Counter Balanced
G3 - Side Loader
G4 - Telescopic
G5 - Rough Terrain Telescopic
G5 - Multidirectional Straddle Carrier - Remote control
Novice
One
Two
Three
3 Days
4 Days
5 Days
The novice course is designed for the candidate who has had no previous experience on this equipment.
Conversion
One
Two
Three
2 Days
2 Days
3 Days
The conversion course is designed for the candidate who has previous experience on a similar piece of equipment.
Experienced
One
Two
Three
2 Days
2 Days
3 Days
The experienced course is designed for the candidate who has previous experience on this equipment but cannot evidence previous accredited training.
Refresher
One
Two
Three
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1 Day
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The candidate MUST have an in-date certificate (within the previous 5 years).