Forklift warning

Over 1.2 million workers in the UK could be at risk of a serious or even fatal accident because they have not been adequately trained to work near forklift trucks.

The shocking findings were revealed by the Fork Lift Truck Association, the independent authority working to improve standards and safety, to open National Fork Lift Safety Week.

To help remedy the situation, this year's National Fork Lift Safety Week focuses upon training.Until the end of October, visitors to the FLTA website will be invited to download a free safety poster, complete a checklist to evaluate their own training arrangements, and view a presentation on the importance of ensuring supervisors are themselves properly trained.