news$9 million paid out in settlement after forklift injury
A man in the USA who was run over by a forklift twice has settled his case against a number of companies for $9m.
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newsUK SMEs as divided as populace on Brexit
Survey data from Close Brothers Asset Finance has revealed UK SME business owners as divided on Brexit and with little faith they will ‘get what they want from it’.
productRTITB offers End Point Assessments for apprenticeships
To help employers with their apprenticeship delivery, RTITB can now conduct End Point Assessments (EPA) for warehouse operatives and LGV drivers.
productDon’t let Thorough Examinations leave you exposed
Are half-measure Thorough Examination standards leaving yourself exposed?
newsNational Forklift Safety Day approaching on June 11
As part of its commitment to raising industry standards and improving the safe use of materials handling equipment, BITA is championing the UK launch of National Forklift Safety Day on June 11, 2019.
articleECOBAT develops lithium service packages
Responding to customer need, ECOBAT Battery Technologies has created service packages for lithium based MHE batteries.
newsLoad topples from fork lift to injure worker
The worker suffered multiple severe fractures and an erupted bladder, and has been unable to return to work.
productDon’t let Thorough Examinations leave you exposed
Thousands of businesses operating fork lift trucks may, unknowingly, be falling foul of the Law over their Thorough Examinations, according to industry leaders.
productAITT launches electronic testing system
The Association of Industrial Truck trainers has revealed a new portable electronic forklift testing document that is set to transform operator training.
articleInvest in training to beat the skills shortage
Mentor FLT Training managing director Stuart Taylor looks at the skills crisis facing the warehousing industry today and explains how, by investing in training, employers can not only minimise its impact on operations, but reap some significant benefits.
productApprenticeship standard raised
In a major new development for the sector, a Level 3 Lift Truck and Powered Access Engineering Technician apprenticeship standard and end point assessment (EPA) have been approved by the Institute for Apprenticeships & Technical Education.
productNew version of fleet management software boosts safety
I.D. Systems, the well-known specialist for intelligent fleet management has launched the next smart solution for the management of forklifts and other material handling equipment. PowerFleet Expert is an OEM-neutral system was presented for the first time at this year’s LogiMAT.
productTheme announced for National Forklift Safety Convention 2019
The FLTA has revealed the theme for this year’s event.
articleInnovation in Materials Handling
In a challenging environment, how can you be sure that you are keeping up to date with all of the developments in materials handling? From understanding the implications of automation through to choosing the right energy source for your next forklift truck there’s a lot to consider.
productFLTA answers questions from public on safe use of forklifts
As the leading UK authority on forklift matters, the Fork Lift Truck Association is often the go-to place for members of the public with pressing lift truck queries.
articleWhat’s next for safety tech?
As R&D manager at ELOKON, Dr. Kai Haake is best placed to talk about how software, sensor, autonomous and wireless technology can be used to devise more solutions for enhancing safety in the warehouse.
productRobotics to drive down cost
It’s an age-old question in materials handling: how do operations increase productivity while driving down costs?
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.
productLinde launches Safety Passport programme
The launch of Linde’s bespoke compulsory in-house training programme is said to be the first in the materials handling sector and aims to further increase the protection of its workforce.
productFull portfolio on show
Industrial Battery and Charger Services (IBCS) is to showcase its product and service portfolio at IMHX 2019.
