ITSSAR VNA & Order Picker Training in Kent

Very Narrow Aisle (VNA) trucks and Order Pickers are specialist warehouse machines designed to maximise storage capacity while allowing operators to work safely within extremely narrow racking aisles. These machines are commonly used in high-density distribution centres, retail warehouses, pharmaceutical facilities and large logistics operations where efficient stock movement and space utilisation are essential.

Kent Training delivers professional ITSSAR VNA & Order Picker Training for novice operators, experienced workers, refresher candidates and those converting from other lift truck categories. Our practical, hands-on courses combine classroom learning with real-world warehouse exercises, ensuring delegates develop the knowledge, confidence and competence required to safely operate VNA trucks and order pickers in accordance with current legislation and recognised industry best practice.

Successful delegates receive an ITSSAR Operator Certificate, with accredited operators recorded on the TOPS (Trained Operator Passport Scheme).

What is ITSSAR VNA & Order Picker Training?

The ITSSAR VNA and Order Picker course provides operators with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge required to safely operate specialist warehouse trucks used within high-density storage environments.

Unlike conventional forklifts, these machines are designed to:

• Operate within extremely narrow aisles
• Reach high-level storage locations
• Maximise warehouse storage capacity
• Improve stock picking efficiency
• Reduce warehouse travel distances

Training combines classroom learning with practical exercises, enabling delegates to safely manoeuvre, stack, retrieve and pick goods from warehouse racking systems.

Who Should Attend?

Ideal for:

• Warehouse Operatives
• Distribution Centres
• Third-Party Logistics (3PL)
• Retail Distribution
• Pharmaceutical Warehouses
• Food Distribution
• E-commerce Fulfilment Centres
• Cold Stores
• Manufacturing Facilities
• Wholesale Warehouses
• Logistics Companies
• Local Authorities

What Will You Learn?

Training includes:

• Health & Safety Responsibilities
• Machine Familiarisation
• Daily Safety Inspections
• Working at Height
• Wire & Rail Guided Systems
• Load Stability
• High-Level Order Picking
• Narrow Aisle Navigation
• Safe Stacking & Retrieval
• Battery Charging
• Emergency Lowering Procedures
• Parking & Shutdown

One important area to include, where relevant to the equipment, is emergency descent and rescue procedures for operator-up machines.

Why Choose ITSSAR?

ITSSAR is one of the UK's leading accrediting bodies for workplace transport and specialist lift truck training. Successful accredited operators are recorded on the TOPS register, giving employers confidence that training has been delivered and assessed against recognised industry standards.

Benefits include:

• Nationally recognised accreditation
• TOPS registration
• High training standards
• Employer confidence
• Improved warehouse safety
• Increased employment opportunities

Industries We Support

Our VNA & Order Picker training is ideal for organisations operating within:

• Warehousing
• Logistics
• Distribution
• E-commerce
• Food Production
• Pharmaceutical Distribution
• Cold Storage
• Retail Warehousing
• Manufacturing
• Third-Party Logistics
• Wholesale Distribution
• Local Authorities

Career Opportunities

An ITSSAR VNA & Order Picker qualification can support careers including:

• VNA Truck Operator
• Order Picker Operator
• Warehouse Operative
• Distribution Operative
• Logistics Operative
• Goods In Operative
• E-commerce Warehouse Operative
• Materials Handler
• Warehouse Team Leader