Wight Training Services

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Expert Forklift & Plant Training

Workplace Safety Solutions on the Isle of Wight

We come to you!

Training at your premises, so your employees gain practical skills using the equipment and facilities they work with every day. 

1000+

Courses Delivered

Serving clients for over 15 years, and counting.

Accredited

training to national standards

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At Wight Training Services we are authorised to deliver workplace transport training to the high standards set by the Independent Training Standards Scheme and Register (ITSSAR).

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An ITSSAR-accredited training company:

Wight Training Services is proud to be an ITSSAR-accredited provider, delivering forklift and workplace equipment training to the highest industry standards.

Our accreditation means you can count on professional, compliant, and up-to-date instruction—right at your own site.

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What our customers say:

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...very professional, friendly and extremely helpful!

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Tim Benton of MI-Training has been a great help these last few years always stepping in to help and work around our busy schedule...

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'Tim at WTS is great. Able to meet our training needs across a variety of equipment and machinery. Would definitely recommend Tim!

Why choose Wight Training Services?

Welcome to Wight Training Services – Expert On-Site Forklift & Safety Training Across the South Coast

At Wight Training Services, we deliver practical, professional training that keeps your team safe, skilled, and compliant. Operating across the South Coast and the Isle of Wight and led by experienced instructor Tim Benton, we specialise in on-site forklift training, plant machinery, and health & safety courses, tailored to your workplace needs.

Accredited Courses

Our training is fully accredited by ITSSAR and ABA Workplace Transport, giving you and your team the confidence that every certificate issued meets the highest industry standards.

On-Site Expertise

We come to you! By conducting training at your premises, your employees gain practical skills using the equipment and facilities they work with every day. This hands-on approach makes learning faster, more relevant, and ensures compliance with workplace safety regulations.

Wide Range of Courses

From forklift training (including reach trucks and counterbalance forklifts) to health and safety training, we offer a comprehensive range of courses designed to suit businesses of all sizes.

Our courses

Operating heavy equipment requires skill, precision, and an understanding of safety protocols. Our tailored forklift and plant training courses ensure your team is fully prepared to handle their responsibilities confidently and safely.

Counterbalance

Forklift Training

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Telehandler

Training

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Mobile Elevating Work Platform  (MEWP) Training

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Mini Digger Training

Manual Handling Training

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In all, we deliver 40+ workplace safety courses


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We deliver expert, hands-on training tailored to your workplace.

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Find the right training to keep your team safe, skilled, and compliant.
Receive recognised certification that proves operator competence.
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Latest News & Updates

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By Tim Benton September 16, 2025
Ethan earned his forklift certificate while the AA Coombes team boosted their skills with slinger/signaller crane training, delivered on-site by Wight Training Services in Bembridge.
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By Tim Benton September 14, 2025
See how Tom and Terry completed their novice forklift course with Wight Training Services, including hands-on Block Grab training at Wight Building Materials.
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By Tim Benton July 31, 2025
Dan from Sydenhams Newport gears up for deliveries with a HIAB-style Vehicle Mounted Loader course, run on-site by Wight Training Services.
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By Tim Benton July 30, 2025
Damian and Morgan from Wight Contractors Ltd sharpen their skills with on-site 360° excavator training—preparing for groundworks and landscaping across the Isle of Wight. Real equipment, real site, real results. Stay sharp, stay safe, stay ahead.
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By Tim Benton July 29, 2025
Dan and Ian from BW Mooring Services Ltd, Shalfleet, took part in a 360° Excavator refresher with Wight Training Services ahead of essential pier maintenance and sea defence work at Yarmouth Harbour. On-site training using their own Kubota KX080-4α ensures they're job-ready and fully compliant.
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By Tim Benton July 3, 2025
Luke and Tim from John Knox Farms got ahead of the harvest rush with a B1 forklift refresher, keeping skills sharp and safety top notch – just in time to shift spuds and stay on track.
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By Tim Benton June 25, 2025
AA Coombes in Bembridge took the smart route with “In House” B1 Experienced forklift training, using their own gear, in their own yard – getting the job done with minimal fuss and maximum value.
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By Tim Benton June 17, 2025
Three team members at The Garlic Farm—Will, Feras and Valetin—recently completed a refresher forklift and reach truck course with Wight Training Services. Training on their own machines helped sharpen skills, boost safety and ensure they're fully up to speed.
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By Tim Benton May 29, 2025
As the UK festival season heats up, Live Nation’s Lee Khassal dropped in at the Isle of Wight Festival site to refresh his J3 Telehandler skills with Wight Training. Under Tim Benton’s watchful eye, the booms were booming!
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By Tim Benton May 26, 2025
After May’s training sessions at the Isle of Wight Festival site, Tim Benton returned to deliver more expert forklift training—this time for Chanel and Connor Price of Paul Price Events. Another successful day of lifting, laughing, and learning in the sun!
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Yellow crane lifting a boat. Workers in vests stand nearby. Sunny day, outdoors.
By Tim Benton September 16, 2025
Ethan earned his forklift certificate while the AA Coombes team boosted their skills with slinger/signaller crane training, delivered on-site by Wight Training Services in Bembridge.
Yellow forklift with blue clamp lifting stacked concrete blocks; outdoor setting.
By Tim Benton September 14, 2025
See how Tom and Terry completed their novice forklift course with Wight Training Services, including hands-on Block Grab training at Wight Building Materials.
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Trusted Forklift Servicing on the Isle of Wight

At Wight Training Services, we know that safe forklift operations rely on two things: skilled operators and well-maintained equipment. That’s why we recommend Wight Forklift Services Ltd as a trusted local provider of servicing and repairs across the Isle of Wight.


With over 10 years of hands-on experience, their team keeps forklifts, MEWPs, and industrial machinery in peak condition — ensuring your equipment is safe, reliable, and compliant. Whether it’s routine servicing or urgent repairs, Wight Forklift Services provide a fast, professional response to keep your business moving.