Latest Forklift Training News and Updates
Steel City FLT Training
Wins Business Award
2 May 2026
Steel City FLT Training has been awarded Forklift Training Provider of the Year (Yorkshire) 2026/27 by Prestige Awards, recognising our commitment to accredited high quality training and exceptional customer care.
The award reflects our excellent customer service, fair & friendly approach and our focus on treating customers and trainees as people - not numbers on a balance sheet. The award also reflects our dedication to compliance, respect, equality and delivering top-tier training at fair transparent prices.
With a reputation for professionalism, value for money and genuine care for every learner, Steel City FLT Training continues to set the standard for forklift training across the region.
Special 2026 Offer
26 April 2026
New Group Pricing for AITT Instructor Courses (Save 10–35%)
With many businesses facing increased operational costs this year, we’ve introduced a new group‑pricing structure for our 10‑day AITT Instructor Courses. The aim is simple: to help companies continue developing their teams while easing pressure on training budgets. We are offering 10% off for 3 delegates, 20% off for 4 delegates, 25% off for 5 delegates and a massive 35% off for 6 delegates.
Why We’ve Introduced Group Pricing
We understand the financial strain many organisations are experiencing. Because Steel City FLT Training operates with low overheads and delivers all training at your place of business, we’re able to offer a more cost‑efficient alternative to the larger national providers. Our new group pricing (2–6 people) allows businesses to train multiple delegates at a reduced per‑person cost, without compromising on quality.
A Long‑Term Investment for Your Business
Training an in‑house instructor is one of the most effective ways to reduce long‑term training expenditure. Once qualified, your instructor can deliver:
- refreshers
- novice courses
- conversions
- ongoing staff development
This removes the need to repeatedly hire external trainers and gives you full control over your training schedule and standards.
Delivered by Experienced, Respected Tutors
All courses are delivered by a choice of two highly experienced tutors, both well‑respected within the industry. You’ll receive the same high standard of training you’d expect from a national provider — but with the added benefit of on‑site delivery and reduced costs.
Fully Inclusive Course Package
Our 10‑day AITT Instructor Course includes:
- all administration
- course publications
- registration (valid for 5 years)
- AITT certification
There are no hidden extras.
Pricing & Location
Our new group pricing applies to training delivered within 50 miles of Sheffield.
For locations outside this area, additional travel and/or accommodation charges may apply.
Updated ABA Truck Categories
19 January 2026
From today, 19 January 2026, new ABA truck categories come into force.
Reach D1/D2 will merge into a single D1 category.
New ABA Testing Standard
17 August 2024
On 16 August 2024, The Accrediting Bodies Association for Workplace Transport (ABA) released a new associated knowledge test standard for Counterbalance Lift Truck and Reach Truck operators. The test has changed to be more inclusive and better assess operator knowledge.
Using the new test standard is currently optional. It will become mandatory from 1 March 2025.
Steel City FLT Training will immediately begin using the new testing standard as it is a fairer way of assessing candidates of all abilities.
Train the trainer courses
10 August 2024
Steel City FLT Training now offers instructional techniques courses (Train the trainer).
This is beneficial for companies requiring in-house instructors who do not wish to have the additional costs of accreditation.
On completion of the five day course, your delegates will have covered:
- Legal requirements
- Qualities and role of the instructor
- Effective communication skills
- Effective questioning skills
- Practical lesson planning
- Classroom lesson planning
- Recommendations for training
- Logical sequence for training sessions
These courses are carried out on your premises with a minimum of two delegates/maximum of three and cost £695 per delegate fully inclusive of all course materials and certification.
Below is an example of the course marking sheet
