There is no official license or qualification required to legally operate a pallet truck. However, it is sensible to take a basic training course or demonstration before using a pallet truck. A course like this will help you can operate the pallet truck safely while helping to prevent injuries or accidents that might occur from misuse of the truck.
All Pallet Trucks, no matter how high they lift their payload off the ground, are classed in the UK as PUWER equipment. PUWER stands for ‘Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations’ and covers all machinery, tools, and equipment used in a workplace. These regulations ensure proper installation, use and maintenance of equipment.
A PUWER inspection is performed to assess the safety of the pallet truck. Each piece of equipment must be inspected at least once a year by a competent person. It is up to the “responsible person” in any workplace to ensure this happens – this is usually the owner or employer. Failure to perform a PUWER inspection can result in fines or legal actions and increases the risk of accidents and injuries.
Most Pallet Trucks do not need a LOLER inspection – only trucks that lift their payload higher than 300mm require a LOLER inspection. LOLER stands for ‘Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations’ and they set out and enforce the annual inspection of lifting equipment. If you do have equipment that lifts higher than 300mm, such as a high lift pallet truck, these will require a LOLER inspection.
A Pallet Truck is a piece of equipment used to lift and move pallets. They are typically used within warehouses or indoor depots for the movement of pallet-laden goods within the confines of the building. A Pallet Truck, also known as a Pump Truck, works by lifting the pallet off the ground using a hydraulic lifting system.
Pallet Trucks
With an extensive range of high-quality pallet trucks available online from SHS Handling Solutions, you will be truly spoilt for choice when you are looking for a new truck to make your operation more efficient and your workload, quite literally, lighter. From high lift pallet scales and manual pallet scales to rough terrain pallet trucks, hand pallet trucks and long reach pallet trucks, we have pallet trucks to suit every budget and requirement, all of which are available to order online at a highly competitive price.
We have developed a strong reputation in the moving and handling industry, and we are recognised nationwide for the quality and reliability of our pallet trucks. At the same time, our exceptional customer service has helped us to establish a strong base of loyal repeat business. In the same way as a forklift truck, our manual and electric pallet truck models offer varying load lift capacities, while providing the operator with the utmost safety and control. From low profile to heavy duty pallet trucks we offer handling equipment in a variety of materials including galvanised & stainless steel trucks, ideal for any type of sterile or hygienic environment.
We deliver our pallet trucks nationwide to clients working in a range of environments. Whether you know exactly what you are looking for or you require a little extra help to find the right manual handling equipment for your site, our expert team will always be on hand to assist at any stage of your order.
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