When searching for Forklifts in and around surrey ensure you get a good demonstration of the machine you are considering, especially if you are looking at a used forklift. Driving a forklift around a car park for a few minutes is not comparable with using it in your warehouse. Arrange for a proper demonstration at your premises for a fixed period of time in order to give you the chance to identify any problems it may have.

Whilst searching for Forklifts in and around surrey you should be aware that a worker was injured when the truck he was driving fell down a gap between a trailer and a loading platform. This was one of two forklift accidents that led to the company being fined £25,000 plus £8,000 in costs.

When searching for Forklifts in and around surrey remember that the forklift you buy has to fit your requirement. A standard mast will normally lift to around 3m (10ft), which is fine for offloading goods and moving them around a yard but won’t necessarily work if you have higher shelving or racking.