productCustomers urged to demand a Thorough Examination
Customers have been advised by CFTS of their right to choose when it comes to ensuring their equipment complies with inspection legislation.
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productDon’t let Thorough Examinations leave you exposed
Are half-measure Thorough Examination standards leaving yourself exposed?
productCFTS to share expertise at IMHX 2019
Specialists will be on hand to offer free advice and guidance on the benefits of a comprehensive Thorough Examination.
productCheck trucks regularly to avoid accidents
CFTS — the body behind a UK national standard for Thorough Examination — is reminding dealers, owners and operators of lift trucks to be aware of the importance of regular checks in reducing forklift accidents.
productBringing clarity to lift truck inspections at IMHX
If you’re responsible for forklift operations, the Thorough Examination stand is a must visit at this year’s IMHX.
productCheck paperwork on used forklifts
Companies purchasing or hiring used forklift trucks are being urged to make sure that they see a valid Thorough Examination Report for every machine they bring on site.
productCombat forklift downtime
Companies could be wasting valuable production time due to forklifts being out of action following a Thorough Examination.
articleInspect your trucks
CFTS takes the opportunity to remind you to think of Thorough Examinations of your forklifts. This could be the easiest decision you make today… and the most important, says the industry body.
productCrown MD joins CFTS Board
Consolidated Fork Truck Services (CFTS) – the body responsible for developing and administering the materials handling industry’s national accreditation scheme for Thorough Examination – has appointed Steve Stewart, Crown Lift Trucks’ managing director of UK Operations, to its board.
articleWhere does the buck stop?
A survey carried out by the Fork Lift Truck Association has revealed that 84% of supervisors and managers that hire fork lift trucks incorrectly thought that the hire company was at least partially accountable for ensuring their truck holds a current Report of Thorough Examination…when the obligation actually lies with them.
productDon’t forget your attachments!
CFTS, the body behind the UK’s national scheme for the Thorough Examination of lift trucks, has issued a reminder to truck owners and operators: Thorough Examination is not just for trucks; attachments require inspection too.
productGood practice spreading far and wide
Fork lift truck users in Jersey can now benefit from assured standards in Thorough Examination, as 4fleet, part of 4group, has become the first Channel Islands company to gain CFTS accreditation.
productTechnical manager
CFTS has introduced another industry expert to its technical team. Prior to stepping into the post of Technical Manager (South), Matthew Kennedy ran a company that was highly successful in delivering the Thorough Examination scheme.
productChas Day honoured for services to fork lift truck industry
At its Annual Awards for Excellence, the Fork Lift Truck Association (FLTA) has awarded its prestigious ‘Services to the Industry Award’ to Chas Day of Consolidated Fork Truck Services (CFTS).
newsChas Day honoured for services to fork lift truck industry
At its Annual Awards for Excellence, the Fork Lift Truck Association (FLTA) has awarded its prestigious ‘Services to the Industry Award’ to Chas Day of Consolidated Fork Truck Services (CFTS).
productManitou accredits to CFTS
Recognising the important benefits of full Thorough Examination, materials handling equipment manufacturer Manitou has chosen to become accredited to Consolidated Fork Truck Services (CFTS).
productThousands could be operating illegally
Following news that a North London meat company has been fined for failing to carry out routine inspections, Mike Mathias of CFTS – the national body for the Thorough Examination of fork lift trucks – has warned that there could be many thousands of trucks operating illegally.
productInteractive guides
A series of new, interactive online guides from CFTS explains the importance of comprehensive Through Examination – not just for counterbalance forklifts, but telehandlers, rough terrain, man-up, and reach trucks, too.
articleTake responsibility for Thorough Examination
In response to greater responsibilities for managers and supervisors overseeing fork lift truck operations, Consolidated Fork Truck Services (CFTS) explains why it is so important for managers and supervisors to be vigilant when it comes to Thorough Examination.
productSafe use of the whole vehicle
New laminated information leaflets from Consolidated Fork Truck Services (CFTS) explain why it is important for rough terrain lift trucks and telehandlers to have a full Thorough Examination.
