About CPH Safety Training

It’s not always easy to find a training provider who shows up when they say they will, understands how your site works, and gets your team engaged.

We deliver forklift and mobile plant training on your site, using your equipment, taught by instructors who’ve spent years working with teams just like yours.

We’re a family-run business, based just outside of Hull, with over 40 years of experience delivering training across Yorkshire, Lincolnshire and the wider UK. From small businesses and farms to busy warehouses and large industrial sites, we’ve helped hundreds of clients get their teams qualified, confident, and ready to operate machinery safely and efficiently.

Every course is delivered face-to-face, by a certified instructor, and built around the practical needs of your team.

Whether you’re a health & safety manager, site supervisor, or small business owner juggling everything your role throws at you, we’re here to make training one less thing to worry about.

The CPH Safety Training team with over 40 years' combined experience

Our Team

We’re a small team of experienced trainers with different industry backgrounds, but we’re all here for the same reason: to help your team get trained properly and work safely.

Chris Hanson: experienced forklift and plant trainer, and company director

Chris Hanson Instructor

With over 40 years in the industry, Chris has trained thousands of operators across the UK. He founded CPH to provide straightforward, high-quality training that businesses could trust, and he’s still hands-on, delivering courses and working closely with clients every day.

Alex Hanson, FLT and Combi Lift instructor at CPH Safety Training

ALEX Hanson Instructor

Alex brings fresh energy and solid expertise in forklift and combi lift training. Known for her clear, approachable style, she helps learners feel confident behind the controls, whether it’s their first course or just a refresher.

David from CPH Safety Training, expert in heavy plant and farm machinery

David Mallinson Instructor

David’s background in agriculture makes him a trusted expert in machines like telehandlers, loading shovels, and skid steers. He brings steady experience and a sharp eye for doing things properly – especially on farm-based sites.