To help members navigate the complex technical and safety aspects of the material handling industry, the UKMHA offers a range of support services and guidance to ensure compliance with current legislation.
We also produce a series of publications to keep members informed of the latest market intelligence as well as highlighting what the membership is doing in terms of new products and services.
Supporting thought leadership and best practice, the association regularly organises conferences, exhibitions, seminars and other events to help members better develop the strategies that will improve their businesses.
To enhance professional development and upskilling, we also provide special training courses to encourage new talent into the industry and to improve competency levels.
Our Membership Services
Practical Support and Guidance
- Member Audit – ensure legislative compliance and best practice advice
- Knowledge Hub – providing guidance on key areas
- Health & Safety guidance for safe working
Working and Technical Interest Groups
- Safe User Group – representing the interests of end users
- Technical Policy Committee – furthering the understanding of the industry’s technical aspects
- National and international liaison with BSI/CEN/ISO/IEC – a global appreciation of legislation and best practice
- Liaison with HSE and government bodies on regulation
Publications and Information
- Uplift Magazine – providing informative news on the membership and wider industry
- Safety Alerts – raising awareness of urgent issues affecting the whole industry
- Guidance Notes & Technical Bulletins– a range of notes offering guidance on de-rating, damage to overhead structures, industrial trucks on the road etc
- Publications – Operator Pre-Shift Check Books, MHE Operator Safety Handbooks, Fair Wear & Tear Guide etc
- Safe Working Area Charter – the minimum requirements of what our industry would deem to be a ‘Safe Working Area’ for visiting engineers
- Fact Sheets – a suite of documents written for operators of MHE, which include Thorough Examination (LOLER) obligations, operator selection and training, safe use of MHE etc
- Members Newsletters – providing information on industry specific topical matters
- Stolen truck alerts – also an archive of stolen truck alerts are available
- Risk assessments – a suite of downloadable industry specific documents regarding legal obligations and working practices
- Thought Leadership Event – addressing the key issues that will determine future innovation and direction
- National Forklift Safety Day – the UKMHA’s flagship event for raising awareness of the safe use of material handling equipment and the environments in which it operates
- National Safety Convention – promoting best practice
- Regional Events – local events providing the opportunity to share experiences
- Archies Awards – the national event acknowledging excellence in the industry
- IMHX – Largest UK material handling exhibition
- Through Examination – CFTS provides accreditation for Thorough Examination of equipment
- Thorough Examination Revalidation – courses exclusively for engineers who have previously completed a TE course. Training brings engineers up to date with current legislation and reaffirms their inspection skills, plus the right to be accredited as a Competent Person
- Apprenticeships and Apprentice Training
- Engineer Training – raising standards within the workforce
- Talent Attraction – ensuring the best people are attracted to the industry
- Grants
For more about any of our membership services, please complete the contact form and we will be glad to help.
