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Festive Forklift Competition

The FLTA is calling on young artists from across the UK to show us how great their skills are. We're holding a competition to see who can produce the best picture of a FESTIVE FORKLIFT... and there's a special prize for the best one!

Join us at the FLTA Awards 2020

Tickets are now available for the biggest night in the materials handling calendar: the FLTA Awards for Excellence 2020.

Expect dazzling entertainment, delicious food and, of course, fantastic company.

Any questions?

The FLTA receives many requests for information and advice. To make that service even more accessible, the Association has created this library of Fact Sheets which answers many frequently asked questions.

Lisa's Story

What is it like to be hit by a fork lift truck?

In this powerful video interview, FLTA Safety Ambassador, Lisa Ramos, explains how she lost her leg in a fork lift accident... and the life-changing consequences for her and her family.

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FLTA Awards 2020

Tickets now available for the FLTA Awards for Excellence 2020

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Audits

FLTA Members must abide by a stringent Code of Practice and comply with the FLTA Audit

Fact Sheets

The FLTA's extensive library of Fact Sheets addresses many of the most important and frequently asked questions about owning and operating fork lift trucks

Training & Apprenticeships

Find out how the FLTA and BITA are meeting the industry's increasing demand for skilled engineers

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A bright future
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16 February, 19

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Chief Executive of the FLTA steps down
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31 January, 19

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FLTA Awards 2019: Let Linde entertain you…
Winners of the FLTA Awards for Excellence 2019 will be revealed at a black-tie dinner gala, held at the International Centre in Telford on Saturday 30th...

16 January, 19

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