PART OF HENDERSON GROUP. EST. 1897

MALLUSK, NORTHERN IRELAND. BT36 4RT

For Businesses
For Businesses

Enquire About Counterbalance Training for Your Team

New operators, refresher courses, or recertification — we'll ensure your workforce meets the required standard.

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For Individuals
For Individuals

Book Your Counterbalance Forklift Training

Ready to gain your forklift licence? Get in touch with The Academy today.

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Counterbalance

Most common forklift type

HSENI

Compliant standard

3 Levels

New / Experienced / Refresher

On-site

Delivery available
Training Overview

What Does the
Training Cover?

Our counterbalance training programme is a comprehensive, practical course covering every aspect of safe forklift operation — from pre-use inspection through to emergency procedures.


All training meets HSENI standards and is delivered by qualified instructors with extensive practical experience. Both manual and automated counterbalance forklifts are covered.

Fully HSENI Compliant

All counterbalance training meets HSENI (Health and Safety Executive Northern Ireland) standards and results in a recognised certification accepted by employers, insurers, and regulatory bodies across Northern Ireland.

Safe Operating Procedures
Safe Operating Procedures

Correct operating techniques, workplace safety regulations, and best practice for safe counterbalance forklift use in live environments.

Pre-Use Inspection & Checks
Pre-Use Inspection & Checks

Systematic pre-shift inspection procedures — identifying defects, documenting checks, and understanding when a vehicle is unfit for use.

Load Assessment & Management
Load Assessment & Management

Load weight and stability assessment, load centre calculations, capacity plate interpretation, and safe attachment techniques.

Manoeuvring & Reversing
Manoeuvring & Reversing

Controlled manoeuvring in confined spaces, reversing with and without loads, aisle navigation, and positioning techniques.

Stacking & De-stacking
Stacking & De-stacking

Safe stacking to height, de-stacking from racking, pallet placement precision, and load securing before and during travel.

For Businesses Training
Trusted by organisations across
Northern Ireland
For Businesses

An Unqualified Operator is a Risk You Cannot Afford.

Full compliance. Every operator. Your site or ours.

Unqualified forklift operators represent a serious legal, safety, and insurance risk for any business. The Academy provides counterbalance training for corporate clients across Northern Ireland, ensuring every operator is certified to the standard required by HSENI, your insurers, and your own health and safety obligations.


Training can be delivered at our Mallusk, Newtownabbey centre or at your own site — minimising disruption to your operation while ensuring full compliance. We work with businesses of all sizes, from single operator certification to full team training programmes.

Talk to Us About Corporate Counterbalance Training 

Call 028 9034 3334 or submit an enquiry. On-site or at our Mallusk training centre.

For Individuals

Your Forklift Licence.
Your Route Into
Warehousing & Logistics.

A counterbalance forklift licence is one of the most in-demand qualifications in Northern Ireland's warehousing and logistics sector. Employers across retail, manufacturing, construction, and distribution actively look for certified operators and with your certification from The Academy, you'll be recognised as a competent, qualified professional ready to contribute from day one.

Get Certified — Book Your Counterbalance Course 

Call 028 9034 3334 or get in touch online. Flexible course dates available at Mallusk.

For Individuals Training
Accreditation

Northern Ireland's only NRI Examination Centre.

The Academy is Northern Ireland's only National Register of LGV  Instructors (NRI) Examination Centre, and is accredited by JAUPT, NRI and ITSAAR. Every qualification we deliver is recognised by  employers,  insurers, and regulators across Northern Ireland and beyond.

NRI
National Register of Instructors
JAUPT
Joint Approvals Unit for Periodic Training
ITSAAR
Independent Training Standards Scheme
DVSA
Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency
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No obligation. Whether your business is looking to upskill your workforce, our advisors will help you find the right training solution.
Phone
Call Us 028 9034 3334
Email
Email academy@henderson-group.com
Location
Training Centre

Mallusk, County Antrim, BT36 4RT

Clock
Opening Hours

Mon – Fri : 8 to 5pm

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