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Forklift operator course for Spain free: the theory part

Free online forklift operator course with certificate: 2 hours, 7 modules and a final test of 25 questions; free PDF certificate when you pass.Take the final test and get your certificate →Free PDF certificate when you pass.

Important (in Spanish): Este curso no sustituye la formación específica obligatoria para conducir carretillas (Real Decreto 1215/1997, artículo 5 y anexo II, punto 2.1), teórica y práctica con la máquina, que debe garantizarte tu empresa (Ley 31/1995, artículo 19). See the law: Real Decreto 1215/1997 (BOE)

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7 short modules · final test · free PDF certificate when you pass

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Is an online forklift licence valid? The theory part is; you still need practice on the forklift and your employer's authorisation. Stability, load plate, driving, ramps, racking, parking and the daily check, with the law and the INSST technical notes. A 25-question test and a PDF training certificate, with no sign-up.

The course in brief

Where can I take the Forklift operator (theory part) course for free with a certificate? At LaborIA: online, free and no sign-up.

What it is: “Forklift truck: theory training for operators (carretillero)” is a free online LaborIA course with no sign-up. Reference rule: Real Decreto 1215/1997, sobre utilización de equipos de trabajo.

Length: 7 modules and about 105 minutes of reading in total; at the end, a 25-question test that you pass with 20 correct answers.

Certificate: when you pass you can download a training certificate as a PDF, free of charge. This is a theory training certificate in free format. It is not an «official licence» (there is none) and it does not authorise you to drive: you also need practice with the machine and your employer's authorisation (Royal Decree 1215/1997, Annex II, point 2.1).

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Can you get a forklift licence in Spain online and for free? Only the theory part. There is no official «forklift licence» (carnet de carretillero) in Spain: the law says only people who have received specific training to drive a forklift safely may do so (Royal Decree 1215/1997, Annex II, point 2.1), and that training must be theoretical and practical (Law 31/1995, Article 19). The practice with the machine has to be done in person, and your employer authorises you. This course gives you the theory, a 25-question test and a PDF training certificate.

FreeCourse, test and certificate, no sign-up
7 modulesAbout 15 minutes each
25 questionsPass with 20, with explanation and source
Theory onlyThe practice is in person, at your workplace
  1. StudyThe 7 modules, at your own pace.
  2. Take the test25 questions; you can retake it.
  3. Download the PDFThen do the practice with the machine at your workplace or a training centre.

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The course: 7 modules

Each module has its own page: the text, a practical example, the rule it comes from and a few review questions. Your progress is saved in this browser.

  1. 1What the law requires to drive a forkliftSpecific training: driving self-propelled work equipment is reserved for workers who have received specific training to…15 min
  2. 2How a forklift is built and its safety devicesMain parts: chassis, counterweight, mast, fork carriage, forks, the power system (battery-electric or combustion…15 min
  3. 3Stability and the load capacity plateA counterbalance forklift works like a see-saw: the pivot point is the front axle.15 min
  4. 4Driving safelyDrive with the mast tilted back and the load low, about 15 cm off the ground (NTP 715).15 min
  5. 5Ramps, loading docks and rackingFollow the manufacturer's instructions and do not use steeper slopes than the truck allows.15 min
  6. 6What is forbidden and what to do if it overturnsOverloading the truck beyond the maximum load on the plate.15 min
  7. 7Daily check, batteries and parkingCheck and record on the checklist: Tyre pressure and condition; wheel nuts. No fluid leaks of any kind; fluid levels.15 min
  8. ✓Final test and certificateFinal test: 25 questions

Frequently asked questions

Where can I take the Forklift operator (theory part) course for free with a certificate?
At LaborIA: online, free and no sign-up. “Forklift truck: theory training for operators (carretillero)” is a free online LaborIA course with no sign-up. Reference rule: Real Decreto 1215/1997, sobre utilización de equipos de trabajo. 7 modules and about 105 minutes of reading in total; at the end, a 25-question test that you pass with 20 correct answers. When you pass you can download a training certificate as a PDF, free of charge. This is a theory training certificate in free format. It is not an «official licence» (there is none) and it does not authorise you to drive: you also need practice with the machine and your employer's authorisation (Royal Decree 1215/1997, Annex II, point 2.1).
Is an online forklift licence valid?
The theory part is; you still need practice on the forklift and your employer's authorisation. There is no official state forklift licence in Spain: the law requires specific training to drive it (Royal Decree 1215/1997, Annex II, point 2.1), training that is both theoretical and practical (Law 31/1995, Article 19), and it reserves the use of the equipment to the workers assigned to it (Article 17.1). Written authorisation is what the INSST recommends (NTP 713). The UNE 58451 standard that many centres follow is voluntary. You can do the theory here for free, with a PDF certificate.
Are the course and certificate really free?
Yes. The 7 modules, the test and the PDF certificate are free and you don't need to sign up. LaborIA is funded by advertising.
With this certificate, can I drive a forklift?
No. You also need practice with the machine and your employer's authorisation. The law requires specific training to drive it (Royal Decree 1215/1997, Annex II, point 2.1) and training that is both theoretical and practical (Law 31/1995, Article 19).
Is it an official licence?
There is no official forklift licence in Spain. What training centres give (this course too) is a training certificate. Many follow the UNE 58451 standard, which is not compulsory.
Who pays for the training if I already work for the company?
The employer: health and safety training for your job is given by your employer, during working hours, and you never pay for it (Law 31/1995, Article 19).
Does it cover electric pallet trucks or stackers?
The ideas about stability, driving and racking are the same, but each machine has its own manual and practice. Your employer must train you on the specific equipment you will use.
Do you keep my name or ID number?
No. The PDF is created in your browser: your name and ID number are not sent to LaborIA or anyone else.

Check a certificate

For employers: type the details exactly as they appear on the certificate. Your browser checks that the code matches that name, ID number and date. LaborIA stores no data, so this confirms the certificate has not been altered, not who took the test.

Certificate of completion issued by LaborIA. It is not an official qualification or a Spanish «certificado de profesionalidad».

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Rules and official sources

Texts read on 20 October 2026. General information: your employer must also give you the training for your specific job.