CPCS Forklift Training A14 | Rough Terrain

Our CPCS forklift training course provides delegates with the knowledge and practical skills needed to operate a rough terrain masted forklift safely and competently.

The course covers relevant health and safety legislation, operating procedures, risk assessments and safe load handling. Delegates will also learn how to inspect, manoeuvre and operate the forklift across uneven ground and varying site conditions.

Designed to prepare delegates for the CPCS A14 theory and practical technical tests, this course provides a recognised route towards obtaining a CPCS Red Trained Operator Card.

Regulations and legislation
Comprehending the manufacturer’s manual and operator’s handbook
Safe and competent use of the Rough Terrain Forklift
Personal duties and responsibilities
Start-up and end-of-day checks and securing procedures
Travelling and manoeuvring the machine safely over varying terrains
Travel-related loading and unloading procedures
Transferring, lifting, placing, and removing loads securely
Risk assessment and hazards
Underground and overhead services

To obtain a CPCS A14 Trained Operator Card, delegates must have passed the relevant CITB or NOCN Health, Safety and Environment (HS&E) test within the previous two years.

Delegates must also successfully complete the CPCS A14 theory and practical technical tests at an accredited CPCS Test Centre.

No previous forklift operating experience is required for novice training. However, delegates must be physically capable of operating the equipment safely and should bring appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

Course duration

2 – 4 days, depending on experience

Certification valid for

2 years (CPCS Red Trained Operator Card)

Available

Nationwide

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Who is the course for?

This CPCS forklift training course can be taken by complete novices, but there is also a CPCS Rough Terrain Forklift course available for experienced delegates. The course is similar but has a reduced number of training hours to reflect the delegates’ experience levels.

CPCS Forklift Training FAQs

Can I complete the CPCS A14 rough terrain forklift course on-site at my own location?

You can’t complete this course on-site; however, if you would like onsite training, consider the NPORS Rough Terrain Forklift Course.

How do I upgrade my CPCS Red Card to a Blue Card?

To upgrade from a CPCS Red Trained Operator Card to a CPCS Blue Competent Operator Card, you must complete the relevant vocational qualification (NVQ or SVQ) for your plant category.

You must also hold the appropriate CPCS Red Card within the permitted upgrade period and have passed the relevant Health, Safety and Environment (HS&E) test within the previous two years.

Once the qualification and other requirements have been met, you can apply to CPCS for your Blue Competent Operator Card, which is valid for five years.

Can I renew my blue card?

Yes. CPCS Blue Competent Operator Cards are valid for five years and can be renewed by meeting the current CPCS renewal requirements.

To renew your card, you will generally need to:

Have passed the relevant CITB or NOCN Health, Safety and Environment (HS&E) test within the previous two years.
Complete the relevant CPCS Renewal CPD.
Demonstrate ongoing practical competence through a qualifying logbook, an on-site assessment or a CPCS practical test.
Submit the appropriate CPCS renewal application.

For the logbook route, operators generally need to evidence at least 300 operating hours per category, subject to applicable CPCS exemptions.

If you have not maintained a logbook, you may be able to demonstrate your competence through an on-site assessment or practical test instead.

What is the difference between a rough terrain forklift and a telehandler?

The main difference between a rough terrain forklift and a telehandler is how they lift and position loads.

A rough terrain forklift typically uses a vertical mast and forks to lift, carry and stack loads. It is designed to operate on uneven ground and challenging outdoor surfaces, making it particularly useful on construction sites and other environments where ground conditions may be difficult.

A telehandler, also known as a telescopic handler, uses an extendable boom rather than a conventional vertical mast. This allows it to lift loads to greater heights and reach forwards over obstacles, depending on the machine’s specifications and lifting capacity.

Both machines are commonly used in construction, but they fall under different CPCS categories:

CPCS A14: Rough Terrain Masted Forklift
CPCS A17: Telescopic Handler

Operators should undertake appropriate training and assessment for the specific machine category they intend to use.

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