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Created at: 13-05-2025 10:50
Warehouses and distribution centres are busy, fast-paced environments — but they’re also among the most hazardous workplaces if safety is overlooked.
From forklift collisions and falling stock to poor manual handling and slip risks, it’s essential to ensure everyone working in a warehouse is trained to prevent injury and comply with safety laws.
At Ireland Safety Training, we offer a fully online, CPD-certified Warehouse & Forklift Safety Awareness Course that helps Irish and UK businesses protect staff, avoid downtime, and stay compliant — affordably and efficiently.
Common hazards include:
Forklift accidents and pedestrian collisions
Incorrect stacking and falling loads
Slips, trips, and falls on polished or cluttered floors
Strain injuries from lifting heavy items
Poorly maintained racking or vehicles
Unmarked walkways and blind spots
Training is essential for reducing incident rates and improving operational flow.
Under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 (Ireland) and UK HSE guidelines, employers must:
Provide proper safety training to all warehouse staff
Conduct risk assessments
Maintain equipment and enforce safe systems of work
Provide proper supervision and instruction
Failure to comply may result in:
Serious injuries or fatalities
Inspections and penalties
Insurance claims and lost productivity
Even small mistakes involving forklifts can lead to:
Crushing injuries
Property damage
Long-term staff absence
Legal liability for managers and supervisors
Designed for general warehouse workers, not certified forklift operators. (Operator licenses must be done separately.)
Modules include:
Key legislation and employer duties
Forklift hazard awareness (non-operational)
Safe pedestrian and vehicle segregation
Manual handling and load stability
Racking safety and shelf loading
PPE in warehouse environments
Walkways, signage, and floor markings
Spill and obstruction management
Fire safety and emergency exits in warehouses
Accident reporting procedures
Includes video-based instruction, scenario examples, and a quiz for CPD certification.
| Role | Why It’s Critical |
|---|---|
| Warehouse Operatives | Face daily risks in lifting, stacking, and movement zones |
| Delivery & Stock Handlers | Deal with high-risk storage and vehicle loading |
| Forklift Spotters | Support safe maneuvering and site traffic |
| Supervisors & Line Managers | Enforce warehouse rules and safe systems of work |
| Retail Stockroom Staff | Often work in warehouse-like back-of-house setups |
| Feature | Benefit |
|---|---|
| 100% Online | Train new and existing staff quickly |
| CPD-Certified Certificate | Complies with Irish and UK warehouse safety laws |
| Self-Paced and Mobile-Friendly | Train on phones, tablets, or computers |
| Practical, Real-World Content | Designed for busy industrial and logistics teams |
| Employer Dashboard | Manage training progress and download team certificates |
| Instant Certification | Available immediately after completion |
| Valid for 2–3 Years | Recommended refresher period for safety-critical roles |
Choose the Warehouse & Forklift Safety Awareness Course
Register individually or enrol multiple staff
Complete the course in approx. 60 minutes
Pass the quiz and download your CPD-accredited certificate
Q: Does this course provide a forklift license?
No — this is an awareness-level safety course, not a practical driving license. Forklift operators must complete certified in-person training.
Q: Is this valid in Ireland and the UK?
Yes — aligned with HSA and HSE guidelines and industry best practices.
Q: Is this suitable for non-driving staff in a warehouse?
Yes — perfect for general warehouse workers, pickers, packers, and supervisors.
Q: Can I monitor team completion?
Yes — use our employer dashboard to manage, track, and reassign training.
Q: What industries use this course?
Logistics, e-commerce, food storage, retail stockrooms, manufacturing, and wholesale.
To ensure full compliance and reduce injury rates, add:
Manual Handling Training – Essential for lifting in warehouse environments
Fire Safety Course – Manage flammable stock and electrical risks
PPE Awareness – Teach staff about gloves, boots, hi-vis, and helmets
Risk Assessment Training – Identify and mitigate hazards on-site
First Aid Awareness – Support immediate response for warehouse injuries
100% online and CPD-certified
Trusted by logistics, retail, and industrial businesses nationwide
Affordable, flexible, and instantly accessible
Employer support tools included at no extra cost
Instant proof of training and compliance
We help you move your team toward a safer, faster, and more compliant warehouse operation.
Call to Action:
Protect Your Warehouse Staff — Get Trained Today
Visit https://ireland-safetytraining.com and enrol in our Warehouse & Forklift Safety Awareness Course — fully certified, workplace-ready, and available now.
