Accredited Telescopic Forklift Training

Johnson’s Nurseries, one of the largest commercial nursery businesses in Europe, is renowned for its vast range of stock grown and nurtured on-site to support an impressive ‘on-demand’ supply. With new staff joining their team, Johnson’s Nurseries recognised the need to equip their workforce with essential skills to ensure safety and efficiency in their operations.

To support this goal, Wetherby Training delivered RTITB Accredited Telescopic Forklift Training to two of their new drivers directly at Johnson’s Nurseries’ site. Conducting the training in their own environment provided numerous benefits:

Real-World Application: Training in their familiar surroundings allowed the drivers to learn and practice skills using the actual equipment and spaces they would work with daily.

Minimised Downtime: Onsite training meant less disruption to their operations, with staff able to train without the need to travel offsite.

Tailored Learning Experience: We adapted the training to reflect the specific challenges and requirements of Johnson’s Nurseries, ensuring the training was highly relevant and effective.

Improved Confidence and Efficiency: Drivers gained hands-on experience in their actual work environment, boosting their confidence and enabling them to apply what they learned immediately.

Here’s what Steve Morton, Operations Manager at Johnsons Nurseries said about the training:

“The training provided by Wetherby Training was exceptional. Our staff now have a thorough understanding of how to safely and efficiently operate telescopic telehandlers. The customised approach meant that the training was directly applicable to our daily tasks, and the flexibility in scheduling minimised any disruption to our operations.

We are delighted with the results and feel much more confident in our compliance with health and safety regulations. I would highly recommend Wetherby Training to any organisation looking to enhance their operational safety and efficiency.”

Looking for telescopic forklift training in Leeds or bespoke training on your premises? Get in touch for more details.

Johnsons Nurseries Ltd is a renowned three-generation family business based in North Yorkshire, situated midway between York and Harrogate. With over 100 years of experience, they specialise in growing and supplying trees, shrubs, and plants to planting schemes across the UK.

The Johnson family is deeply involved in the business, with 11 family members taking on roles ranging from senior leadership and administration to more hands-on positions on the shop floor. Their team consists of 130 full-time staff, which expands by 50% during the peak seasons.

Whether in the office, on the shop floor, or out in the fields tending to plants and trees, Johnsons are committed to nurturing and developing their staff, recognising the vital contribution each individual makes to the success and growth of the business.