Conversion Courses

Forkwise Training ltd

Conversion Courses in Yorkshire

At our accredited training centres across Yorkshire, we provide professional forklift conversion courses designed for operators who already hold a forklift licence but need to expand their skills to include additional truck types. Whether you are an individual looking to boost your career opportunities or a company aiming to upskill your workforce, our conversion courses offer a fast, efficient, and cost-effective way to gain certification on multiple forklift categories.

A forklift conversion course is ideal for trained operators who are already competent on one type of truck, such as a counterbalance, and wish to transfer those skills to other equipment like reach trucks, pallet trucks, rough terrain forklifts, or very narrow aisle (VNA) machines. Because learners already understand the basics of forklift operation and safety legislation, the training focuses specifically on the differences in controls, handling, and operating environments between the trucks. This makes conversion training quicker and more streamlined than a full novice course, while still ensuring operators meet the high safety standards required by the Health & Safety Executive (HSE).

For individuals in Yorkshire, completing a forklift conversion course can significantly increase employability, as many warehouses, distribution centres, and construction sites require multi-skilled operators who can work confidently on different machines. With demand for qualified forklift drivers rising across the region, holding additional licences can give you a real advantage in today’s competitive job market.

For businesses, conversion training is an excellent way to maximise workforce efficiency without the need for lengthy training programmes. By enabling existing operators to use a wider range of trucks, companies can improve flexibility, reduce downtime, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. We can deliver training at your workplace on your own equipment or at one of our fully equipped Yorkshire training facilities, offering maximum convenience to suit your business operations.