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VNA Man Up Forklift Training Courses, UK

  • RTITB accredited training
  • Driver CPC Accredited
  • Off-Site & On-site courses
  • Experienced & Novices Driver Courses
  • Refresher & Conversion Courses available
  • All types of forklifts
  • 35 Yrs in business

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Our VNA Man Up Forklift Training Courses, UK

We provide several different VNA Man Up forklift courses & classes to suit your needs in UK areas like Leicester, Northampton, Birmingham, Nottingham, Warwick, Derby, West Midlands, and East Midlands. Some of our VNA driver courses include:

Novice courses on VNA Forklifts:

This course is ideal for employees who have no experience with any type of VNA forklift.

Experienced operators:

You may have employees who know how to operate a forklift but haven’t been taught by an accredited VNA Man-up lift truck trainer.

Refresher:

This course is perfect for employees who’ve had training but haven’t used a forklift in a while or who need to renew their VNA certification.

Conversion:

If you have employees who know how to operate a forklift but haven’t been trained on a VNA Man-up forklift, this course can help

*All our VNA Courses are conducted on the customer’s premises

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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

Angus is accredited by RTITB, an accrediting body that is well-respected in both the UK and Ireland and is recognized by the Health and Safety Executive and Health and Safety Authority.

Our RTITB status means that your employees will learn and be trained in the essential safety standards for working with VNA Man Up forklifts in UK areas like Leicester, Northampton, Birmingham, Nottingham, Warwick, Derby, West Midlands, East Midlands.

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Off-Site VNA Man Up Training Classes, UK

If you aren’t able to come to us, we provide off-site VNA Man-up forklift driver training courses and classes. Our facility is in the Midlands, but we’re happy to deliver VNA Man-up training courses anywhere in the UK, in UK areas like Leicester, Northampton, Birmingham, Nottingham, Warwick, Derby, West Midlands, and East Midlands, to name just a few.

You may prefer off-site training if you want your drivers to experience operating a VNA forklift in your own facility.

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.

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Why Angus Lift Trucks?

VNA Man-up forklifts can be challenging to operate as drivers are manoeuvring narrow lanes and working much higher off the ground.  Angus offers an RTITB-accredited VNA Man-up fork truck training course at our dedicated training centre or at your own worksite, in UK areas like Leicester, Northampton, Birmingham, Nottingham, Warwick, Derby, West Midlands, East Midlands. Our trainers are accredited and experienced, and our prices are fair and competitive.

Our VNA Man-up training courses for novices and experienced drivers ensure that your employees can adequately operate a VNA Man-up forklift. Even if your drivers are experienced on forklifts, VNA Man-up forklifts present some unique challenges that are tackled by our training.

At Angus, we’re well equipped to handle your needs. We train your employees become competent and safe on a VNA Man-up forklift, and offer courses for novices, experienced operators, refresher and conversion. We can also help with any enquiries related to forklift salesrentalstraining, and service.

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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.

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Where we train

Our VNA Man Up training courses and classes are available to all drivers in the following UK areas, both off-site and on-site:

A VNA Man-up forklift has a much higher lift than other lift trucks, and as such specialized training is required. It can get up to 15 meters, allowing you to reach higher storage and requiring added safety measures. These forklifts also will enable you to make the most of your storage space in your warehouse, as they allow you to load, store, and unload double-deep pallets.

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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

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To Ilkeston Warehouse
From Derby:

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

To Hinckley Warehouse
From Birmingham:

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

To Ilkeston Warehouse

From Nottingham:

Direct trains run every 30 minutes from Nottingham station, with journey times between 11 and 14 minutes. The first train departs at 06:16, and fares start from £2.60. From Ilkeston Station, walk 16 minutes to Tesco, take the 14A bus to Mitchell Terrace, and continue the rest of the journey on foot.

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From Derby:

Services from Derby run approximately every 35 minutes, with one change required, typically at Nottingham. Journey time averages 44-60 minutes. The first train departs at 05:22, and fares start from £5.40. From Ilkeston Station, walk 16 minutes to the Tesco bus stop, then take the 14A bus to Mitchell Terrace. Our Ilkeston branch is within walking distance.

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To Hinckley Warehouse

From Birmingham:

Direct trains operate from Birmingham New Street every hour, with journey times between 35 and 42 minutes. The first train departs from New Street Station at 05:19. From Hinckley Station, go to the Crescent Bus Station, take the 148 or 158 to Beaumont Avenue, and walk for 16 minutes.

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From Leicester:

Direct services run every 20 minutes with journey times between 18-21 minutes. The first train departs at 06:18, and fares are available from £3.80. From Hinckley Station, go to the Crescent Bus Station and take the 148 or 158 to Beaumont Avenue and walk for 16 minutes.

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From Northampton:

Services require 1-2 changes, typically via Rugby or Nuneaton. Journey time averages 1 hour 27 minutes, with the fastest services taking 1 hour 11 minutes. From Hinckley Station, go to the Crescent Bus Station and take the 148 or 158 to Beaumont Avenue and walk for 16 minutes.

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From Warwick:

Services require two changes, usually via Birmingham New Street. Journey time averages 1 hour 30 minutes, with the fastest services taking 1 hour 15 minutes. From Hinckley Station, walk to the Crescent Bus Station, take the 148 or 158 to Beaumont Avenue and continue walking for 16 minutes.

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To Ilkeston

From Nottingham:

The ‘two’ service operated by Trentbarton runs every 12 minutes during peak times from Victoria Bus Station. The journey time is approximately 35 minutes. The first bus departs at 05:30 with adult single fares available from £3.80. The bus stops at Ilkeston Market Place, which is a short 5-minute walk to the warehouse.

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From Derby:

The Ilkeston Flyer (IF) service operates every 20-30 minutes from Derby Bus Station. The journey time is approximately 45 minutes. The first bus departs at 06:00, and adult single fares from £4.20. Alight at Ilkeston Market Place for a short walk to Crompton Road Industrial Estate.

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To Hinckley Warehouse

From Leicester:

Arriva service 158 operates from St Margaret’s Bus Station every 20 minutes Monday-Saturday, hourly on Sundays. Journey time is approximately 45-50 minutes. The first bus departs at 05:45, with adult single fares starting from £4.50. The bus stops at Hinckley Bus Station, a 10-minute walk to Lime Kilns Way

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FAQs

Let us now address some of the most often asked questions on VNA training courses in the UK

How long is a VNA forklift course?

Very Narrow Aisle forklift truck courses usually last one day. However, experienced drivers can take a refresher course if needed. Of course, depending of level of expertise, at Angus, we offer courses ranging from 1 and up to 5 days.

What do you do on a VNA forklifts course?

If you are looking for “Very Narrow Aisle forklift training courses near me”, At Angus Lift Trucks we cover the professional operation of Scissor Lifts, Forklifts, Cherry-Pickers, and more. The course will cover the following topics:

  • Health and safety
  • The legal requirements for using a forklift truck
  • Site safety
  • Theory
  • Practical instructions to operate a VNA forklift truck

Do you need to have a licence for VNA forklifts?

VNA forklift truck courses are available for anyone who needs to operate a VNA truck. There is no legal requirement to hold a license to operate a VNA forklift truck, but by law, anyone who uses a forklift truck must be competent enough to do so and must meet several criteria: minimum age 16, good health condition to operate heavy machinery i.e. hearing & vision, at no risk of epilep[tic fits, etc (for more details check the HSG6 booklet from the Health and Safety Executive). The VNA forklift training will give you the professional knowledge and skill to use a VNA truck.

How long does a VNA forklift license last?

The VNA forklift training license lasts for three years. The certification is specific to the worksite.

VNA Forklift Training Courses Near Me

When searching for “VNA forklift training courses near me”, Angus Lift Trucks has over 35 years of forklift training experience in and around Northampton, Warwick, Leicester, Nottingham, Derby, East Midlands, and West Midlands. “Training courses near me” are available both off-site and on-site, with our RTITB accredited trainers often delivering training at client site’s.