Keep managers’ and supervisors’ best practice in check!
As part of the Fork Lift Truck Association’s ‘Safetember’ safety campaign, we’ve launched a helpful resource to aid managers and supervisors overseeing lift truck operations to formalise and document safety checks. Managing Forklift Operations: Manager’s Checklist and Best Practice Guidance Notes, developed in association with the FLTA, will be formally launched at the National Fork […]
Fork lift awareness training for the whole workforce
We are proud to launch our new, high-impact lift truck safety awareness course targeted not just at lift truck operators, but anyone who works in close proximity to them. ‘Safely Working with Lift Trucks’ focusses on dangers presented by lift trucks in the workplace and is targeted at operators, supervisors and pedestrians alike. According to […]
Mentor to sponsor SHD Logistics Awards 2015
Mentor are set to sponsor the Safety category at the SHD Logistics Awards 2015. The annual event, held to recognise excellence within the industry in the UK, will be held at the London Marriott Hotel Grosvenor Square on Thursday 19th March 2015. Winners will be announced over ten categories including Warehouse Efficiency, Innovation and Return […]
HSE information sheet on selection, management and use of MEWPs
The HSE have released a new information sheet on the selection, management and use of Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs). Published by the HSE and produced in consultation with the Strategic Forum for Plant Safety – MEWP Safety Group, the document covers all types of MEWPs, and includes topics from planning, regulations and equipment selection […]
Hazard perception quiz – deadline extended!
Due to overwhelming participation rates, the deadline for completion of the online hazard perception quiz has been extended until 17th November 2014, so there’s still time to take part! Created in conjunction with the FLTA to run during National Fork Lift Safety Week, the quiz tests participant’s fork lift safety awareness skills across two different […]
Hazard Perception Quiz for National Fork Lift Safety Week 2014
We are pleased to support the Fork Lift Truck Association’s National Fork Lift Safety Week, and on behalf of the annual campaign we have produced a hazard perception quiz designed to test the awareness of anyone working on or around forklifts, including managers and supervisors. The quiz presents those taking part with two scenarios and […]
Mentor join Transaid in Tanzania to deliver forklift training
Mentor are supporting the Transaid Professional Driver Training Project by seconding a professional volunteer to deliver two weeks of fork lift truck training in Tanzania. International development charity, Transaid, works to build transport skills and knowledge in countries across Africa. In Tanzania, few people receive formal driver training with most learning from others, who have […]
Accrediting Bodies Association operator training register
Following the review by the Health and Safety Executive of the L117 Approved Code of Practice for Rider Operated Lift Trucks in 2012, the Accrediting Bodies Association (Workplace Transport) was established. During consultation over the review of L117, it was decided that the accrediting bodies themselves would take back the management of the fork lift […]
HSE’s Brief Guide to Working at Height
We think the HSE’s latest ‘at a glance’ guide to Working at Height, is a great resource for anyone involved – directly or indirectly – in work that presents the risk of a fall from height. The seven page leaflet provides valuable guidance in a concise format that, if followed, will assist in complying with […]