
Refresher course
1 Day
This training course is designed for forklift operators who wish to refresh their certification following expiry. This refresher course is available both on-site, and off-site.

Novices courses
3 to 5 Days
For individuals who have no experience whatsoever of operating any kind of lift truck. Take this training course for beginners with our RTITB accredited intructors.

Experienced operators
This 2-3 days forklift course is designed for the experienced operator who has extensive practical experience though has never received any type of formal training.

Conversion courses
2-3 Days
For certificated operators of other types of lift truck, it is possible with a conversion course to gain experience and certification enabling the operation of a different MHE
Rates
Our rate for training at your site is £275.00 + VAT per day for each training course, and daily mileage will be charged at 58p + VAT per mile.
Our In-House Certification
This is a 3-year certification that is specific to your worksite and permits the operation of a certified MHE.
National Operators Registration Scheme (NORS):
A NORS-registered certification lasting 3 years. Ideal for operating MHE at numerous premises.
Accreditation
Considered an industry-standard, RTITB Accreditation focuses on workplace transport training. Our team can train you and your employees no matter the make or model of truck you use, including multi directional fork trucks.
We have a team of instructors who also have RTITB accreditation, and we offer training at multiple levels. Whether you have new employees with no truck driving experience or a team who needs a refresher, we have a Multi-Directional forklift driver training course for you.
Why Angus Lift Trucks?
We provide RTITB Accredited Multi-Directional fork truck driver courses across the UK in areas like Leicester, Northampton, Birmingham, Nottingham, Warwick, Derby, West Midlands, and East Midlands, to name just a few. Training courses on multi-directional forklifts is available at our Training Centre, but we will also travel to your work site to train your drivers.
Our team can also train experienced truck drivers who have yet to receive formal training. We can also help drivers with experience on other trucks transfer their skills to a Multi-Directional forklift.
While our Training Centre is in the Midlands, we can travel anywhere within the UK. Then, you and your employees can receive training on the specific trucks you work with each day, including training on multi directional lift trucks. In addition, at Angus Lift Trucks we have over 30 Years of experience in forklift sales, rental, maintenance, floorcare equipment & access platforms.
Our Multi Directional Forklift Driver Training
Even if you or your employees have training on other lift trucks, you need training on multi-directional forklifts. Some forklifts can handle massive loads, so the driver needs to be able to manoeuvre the load easily.
Multi-Directional training courses for novices and experienced drivers can cover these essential skills. That way, everyone can know how to operate the forklift without putting anyone at risk.
Angus also offers refresher forklift training classes for Multi-Directional drivers. Using the equipment every day can make it seem easier, but a refresher can help remind drivers of certain functions. That way, your Multi-Directional forklift drivers can stay up-to-date on safety measures and other concerns.
Whether you visit our Training Centre or have us come to you, we can train anyone who works with Multi-Directional forklifts within the UK in areas like Leicester, Northampton, Birmingham, Nottingham, Warwick, Derby, West Midlands, East Midlands, to name just a few. We’ll go through whatever training you and your employees need. Then, you can make sure your worksite is safe and productive.
Training & Courses on All Types of Forklifts
Our accredited trainers provide on- and off-site forklift training, for all makes and models of equipment such as Forklifts, Cherry-Pickers, Scissor Lifts, and more for aspiring and practicing drivers.
Counterbalance
Reach
Pivot Steer

Rough Terrain
VNA
Cherry Picker
Scissor Lift
Telescopic Handler
Pedestrian Pallet Truck
Multi Directional
Vehicle Mounted Lift Truck
Sideloaders
Off-Site Multi Directional Fork Truck Training Courses
Off-site Multi-Directional fork truck driver training classes are essential. Your drivers should take the course to learn how to operate the forklift safely within their own working environment. Our training course is run by specialized, RTITB registered trainers who can make the process both easier and more beneficial to your multi-directional lift truck drivers in UK areas like Leicester, Northampton, Birmingham, Nottingham, Warwick, Derby, West Midlands, East Midlands.
Then, you can know that all of your drivers follow the same steps, so you can keep things consistent.
Areas We Serve
Angus Lift Trucks has over 35 Years of experience in forklift sales, hire, service & training across Leicestershire, Derbyshire, Northamptonshire, Nottinghamshire, Warwickshire, West Midlands and East Midlands.
Leicestershire
Leicester, Blaby, Charnwood, Harborough, Hinckley, Market Bosworth, Melton Mowbray, Oadby & Wigston
Nottinghamshire
Nottingham, Ashfield, Bassetlaw, Broxtowe, Gedling, Mansfield, Rushcliffe, Newark, to name just a few.
Warwickshire
Warwick, Atherstone, Bedworth, Kenilworth, Leamington Spa, Nuneaton, Rugby, Shipston-on-Stour, Southam, Stratford-upon-Avon, etc.
Birmingham
Digbeth, Erdington, Edgbaston, Harborne, Moseley, Solihull, and many more.
Northamptonshire
Brackley, Corby, Daventry, Desborough, Higham Ferrers, Kettering, Northampton, Rushden, Towcester, Wellingborough, and many more.
Derbyshire
Derby, Matlock, Ripley, Ashbourne, Ilkeston, Swadlincote, Burton-on-Trent, Buxton, Chesterfield, Draycott, to name just a few.
Where we train
Our Multi-Directional Forklift training courses are available in the following UK areas, both off-site and on-site:
If you want to maximize the value of your multi-directional forklift training and reduce the amount of wasted time, consider having us come to you in any UK area like Leicester, Northampton, Birmingham, Nottingham, Warwick, Derby, West Midlands, East Midlands. Then, you won’t have to relearn how to drive the forklifts you use at work, and you don’t need to travel.
How to find us
Units 10 – 12 Lime Kilns Way Leicestershire, LE10 3EL
Unit 5 Crompton Road, Ilkeston, DE7 4BG
(Leics) 01455 616908
(Notts) 0115 930 3665
(Bham) 0121 728 9333
(Northants) 01604 266961
Take the A52 eastbound through Spondon, then join the A6096 northbound via Kirk Hallam. Follow signs for Ilkeston Industrial Estate. The warehouse is located at Unit 5 Crompton Road Industrial Estate. Journey times are approximately 15 min on a normal day. https://maps.app.goo.gl/cm7QisxW1pWPamVQ9
From Nottingham:
Follow the A610 westbound toward Ilkeston for 8 miles. Continue onto Nottingham Road through Trowell and follow signs for the Ilkeston Industrial Estate. In normal traffic conditions during business hours, the journey takes approximately 16 minutes https://maps.app.goo.gl/gLGPHzJtjQBYcVbY6
Take the M6 eastbound to junction 3, then follow the A444 south through Nuneaton to Hinckley. The warehouse is located at Units 10-12 Lime Kilns Way. The journey distance is 32 miles, taking a little over 30 minutes in normal traffic https://maps.app.goo.gl/LVJH7KGkW4bU5qAi6
From Leicester:
Follow the A47 westbound directly to Hinckley. The journey covers 13 miles and takes approximately 20 minutes. The warehouse is easily accessible from the Sketchley roundabout on the A5 https://maps.app.goo.gl/pkh3VqtHb6gFSHRc7
From Northampton:
Take the M1 northbound to junction 21, then follow the A47 west to Hinckley. The total journey is 34 miles and takes approximately 40 minutes. Follow signs for Lime Kilns Industrial Estate upon reaching Hinckley https://maps.app.goo.gl/aq2a5wGSndbrAuHC9
From Warwick:
Follow the A610 westbound toward Ilkeston for 8 miles. Continue onto Nottingham Road through Trowell and follow signs for the Lime Kilns Business Park. In normal traffic conditions, the journey takes approximately 16 minutes https://maps.app.goo.gl/firsNhJhEKa23GGT6
FAQs
Let us now discuss some of the commonly asked questions on Multi-Directional courses in the UK
How long is a multi directional forklift course?
Angus Lift Trucks offer different lengths of multi directional forklift training based on your levels of experience, including conversion, novice, and experienced. We offer refresher courses, as well. Based on your level of experience on a multi-directional forklift, a course could last 1 to 5 days.
What do you do on a multi directional forklift course?
If you search for “multi directional forklift training courses near me”, you’ll see that our courses include many key safety points, such as:
- Operational Safety Code
- Hydraulic system training
- Site safety review
- Simple manoeuvering
- Advanced manoeuvering
- Safety checks
- Electronic systems
Do you need to have a licence for multi directional forklifts?
The UK currently doesn’t require a license for a multi directional forklift. Forklift training accredited by ALLMI, ITSSAR, RTITB, ALLMI, or AITT is however required by Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. Angus Lift Trucks is accredited by RTITB.
How long does a multi directional forklift license last?
A multi directional forklift training license lasts three years. It is recommended forklift users renew multi directional forklift truck licenses after three years. Angus Lift Trucks provides several options for multi-directional forklift truck courses, including a 3-year certificate for MHE handling on your worksite.
Multi Directional Forklift Training Courses Near Me
Searching for “multi directional forklift training courses near me?” Angus Lift Trucks operate out of
- Warwickshire
- Leicestershire
- Nottinghamshire
- Northamptonshire
- Derbyshire
- Birmingham
We will also travel anywhere in the UK to provide multi directional forklift truck courses.