Description
Forklift licence online course
The truck card online course provides the skills for safe truck operation and meets the theoretical requirements required by law, on the basis of which the employer can issue a written driving permit. The truck card can be completed easily online, and you can complete the theory portion flexibly online at your own pace.
In short:
- Price: 89 € + VAT / participant
- Optional option: plastic card 15 € + VAT (delivery time approx. 4–6 weeks)
- Duration: 3 hours
- Certificate valid: 5 years
- Group package: 10 people 800 € + VAT
- Attention: not suitable for continuing training in the driver's professional qualification
Why is a forklift card needed?
The legislation requires the employer to grant a written permit to operate and drive the forklift truck. The permit requires that the driver has sufficient knowledge and skills for safe work and that the employer is able to verify this. This online course fulfills the theoretical knowledge portion required by the law.
What does the course provide in terms of knowledge?
The goal of the course is to develop theoretical skills that support safe driving and the identification of workplace risks. After successfully completing the course, you will receive a five-year valid forklift driver card.
What does the course include?
The course covers the complete practical aspects of safe forklift operation:
- Responsibilities and rightsThe employer's obligations and the qualities of a good driver
- Fleet and technology: different types of forklifts, their characteristics and the basics of forklift technology
- Operation and ergonomics: control equipment, safety equipment, and basic issues related to ergonomics
- Inspections and maintenance: commissioning, periodic and daily inspections, charging and refueling
- Special situations: person lifts with a forklift, handling and storage of chemical substances
- Safe working environment: truck traffic at the workplace, accidents, emergency situations, and operations in the event of accidents and fires
- Attitude: why the right attitude towards work is ultimately the most crucial factor in occupational safety
Is this suitable as continuing education for professional qualifications?
No. This online course is not accepted as continuing education for driver professional qualifications. If you need training that qualifies for professional qualifications, choose the truck card webinar or in-person training option instead — for in-person training, with driving practice as well.
Can I also get a physical card?
Yes, if you wish. A plastic delivery card is available for an additional fee (15 € + VAT), and it will be delivered within approximately 4–6 weeks after the approved payment.
Is the course available for groups?
Yes. The online course package for ten people costs €800 + VAT. We also offer forklift training for groups as a group training session (driving practice), as well as a webinar, and the content can be customized if necessary, for example for predictive driving training (4–8 hours) or as a continuing professional development course.
Request a quote:
- By phone: 010 231 8382
- By email: toimisto@turvallisuusopisto.fi
Frequently asked questions
What is the truck card online course?
Online theoretical training that meets the legal requirements for the safe operation of the forklift and provides a five-year valid forklift card.
How long does the course last?
About 3 hours.
How long is the truck card valid for?
Five years of approved performance.
Can I have a physical card?
Yes, for an additional fee (15 € + VAT), delivery time is approximately 4–6 weeks.
Is this suitable as continuing education for professional qualifications?
No — choose the webinar or in-person training option for that.
Is the course available for groups?
Yes, the online course package for 10 people is 800 € + VAT, and larger or customized group needs are handled through a request for quotation.
Is this course enough as the only introduction to using the crane?
The course meets the theoretical requirements required by law, but the employer must also always ensure practical driving skills and grant a written permit before allowing the driver to operate the truck independently.




