M Group: Multidirectional Forklift Training

Course Overview

The ITSSAR-accredited Multidirectional Forklift Truck Training course (M Group) delivered by SID Training is exclusively offered through on-site forklift training at your premises. This unique approach allows operators to train using your own equipment within a real working environment.

Multidirectional forklifts are specifically designed to handle long, awkward, and bulky loads such as timber, steel, piping, and sheet materials. Their ability to travel forwards, backwards, and sideways makes them ideal for operations where manoeuvrability within confined areas is essential.

This course combines both theoretical knowledge and practical training to ensure operators understand the safe operating procedures, workplace responsibilities, and how to minimise risks when handling specialist loads. It is particularly beneficial for those looking to enhance their skills beyond standard HGV training courses.

Emphasis is placed on load stability, directional control, safe manoeuvring in narrow aisles, and maintaining control when transporting extended materials. Operators will also learn how multidirectional steering systems affect handling characteristics and safe operation.

Pre-use inspections are covered in detail, ensuring operators can identify faults and carry out essential safety checks prior to operating the equipment.

Training is conducted on the specific type of multidirectional forklift truck used on your site, and certification will accurately reflect the category of equipment the operator has been trained on.

Upon successful completion, delegates will receive an ITSSAR-accredited Certificate of Training, which is recognised across the UK and within industrial and warehouse sectors.

Throughout the course, delegates will develop a strong understanding of: 

- Safe operation of multidirectional forklift trucks, crucial for effective HGV training courses. 

- Operator responsibilities and workplace safety awareness. 

- Daily pre-use inspections and fault reporting procedures. 

- Understanding multidirectional steering systems and directional controls. 

- Safe handling of long, bulky, and awkward loads. 

- Load stability and weight distribution principles. 

- Safe manoeuvring in narrow aisles and confined working environments, especially during on-site forklift training. 

- Travelling safely with extended loads. 

- Working safely around pedestrians, vehicles, and workplace hazards. 

- End-of-shift procedures and safe shutdown of equipment.

All candidates will complete both a theoretical test and a practical skills assessment at the end of the HGV training courses. Upon successful completion, delegates will receive an ITSSAR-accredited Certificate of Training, which is recognised across the UK and widely accepted within the industry, including for those specializing in multidirectional forklift truck and on-site forklift training.

At SID Training, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, compliant, and engaging HGV training courses that prioritize safety. 

As an ITSSAR accredited training provider, we offer on-site forklift training with experienced, qualified instructors in modern training facilities. Our focus on real-world workplace scenarios ensures that every operator, whether training on a multidirectional forklift truck or other machinery, leaves fully competent, confident, and ready to work safely.

Our students achieve an excellent pass rate on their tests due to our experienced instructors and comprehensive forklift education, including specialized HGV training courses and on-site forklift training for multidirectional forklift trucks.