productCFTS, the body behind the Thorough Examination of lift trucks reminds us that Under LOLER 98, fork extensions are classified as ‘Workshop Lifting Equipment or Non- Permanent Forklift Attachments’ and, as such, must be inspected at least once every six months. Failure to comply could lead to prosecution by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
productA series of new, interactive online guides from CFTS explains the importance of comprehensive Through Examination – not just for counterbalance forklifts, but telehandlers, rough terrain, man-up, and reach trucks, too.
productCFTS, the body behind the UK’s national scheme for the Thorough Examination of lift trucks, has issued a reminder to truck owners and operators: Thorough Examination is not just for trucks; attachments require inspection too.
productFork lift truck users in Jersey can now benefit from assured standards in Thorough Examination, as 4fleet, part of 4group, has become the first Channel Islands company to gain CFTS accreditation.
productCFTS’ game-changing Thorough Examination scheme, which has grown every year since its inception 11 years ago, has introduced another industry expert to its technical team.
productAt its Annual Awards for Excellence, the Fork Lift Truck Association (FLTA) awarded its prestigious ‘Services to the Industry Award’ to Chas Day of Consolidated Fork Truck Services (CFTS).
productRecognising the benefits of Thorough Examination, materials handling equipment manufacturer Manitou has chosen to become accredited to Consolidated Fork Truck Services (CFTS).
productConsolidated Fork Truck Services (CFTS), the body responsible for developing and administering the materials handling industry’s national accreditation scheme for Thorough Examination, has appointed Steve Stewart, Crown Lift Trucks’ MD of UK Operations, to its board.
productCFTS – the body responsible for developing and administering the materials handling industry’s national accreditation scheme for Thorough Examination – has appointed Mike Knowles, operations director for Crown Lift Trucks, to its board.
productNew laminated information leaflets from Consolidated Fork Truck Services (CFTS) explain why it is important for rough terrain lift trucks and telehandlers to have a full Thorough Examination.
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