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This comprehensive Elevated Work Platform Licensing course is designed to equip individuals across various industries, including construction, maintenance, logistics, and more, with the necessary knowledge and skills to operate elevated work platforms safely and effectively.

Expert instructors will provide practical demonstrations and interactive learning modules to ensure understanding of industry regulations and best practices. Ideal for both novices and experienced professionals, the course aims to enhance employability, mitigate workplace hazards, and promote a culture of safety. It’s structured to cater to individuals at all levels of expertise, providing a valuable asset for anyone working in environments involving elevated work platforms.

What is the purpose of this course?

This comprehensive program is designed to equip you with the essential knowledge and skills needed to operate elevated work platforms safely and effectively.

Throughout the course, you will learn about the principles of EWP operation, including safety protocols, risk assessment, and proper usage techniques. From scissor lifts to boom lifts, you’ll gain hands-on experience with a variety of elevated work platforms commonly used across industries.

Our expert instructors will guide you through practical demonstrations and interactive learning modules, ensuring you understand industry regulations and best practices for EWP operation. By the end of the course, you’ll be well-prepared to obtain your licensing and confidently navigate EWP operations in various work environments.

Join us on this educational journey and take your career to new heights with our Elevated Work Platform Licensing course!

Who is this course for?

This course is ideal for individuals seeking to enter or advance in industries where the operation of elevated work platforms is essential. This includes construction, maintenance, logistics, and various other sectors requiring work at heights. Whether you’re a novice looking to acquire fundamental skills or an experienced professional seeking formal certification, this course caters to individuals at all levels of expertise.

Moreover, this course is particularly beneficial for workers who prioritize safety and compliance. By obtaining the necessary licensing and training, participants can enhance their employability, mitigate workplace hazards, and contribute to a culture of safety within their organizations. Whether you’re a tradesperson, supervisor, or project manager, investing in EWP training ensures that you’re equipped to meet industry standards and excel in your role, making it an indispensable asset for anyone working in environments that involve elevated work platforms.

Regardless of your background or experience level, this course provides a structured and engaging learning environment to help you achieve your goals and excel in the field of elevated work platform operation.

Do you need a licence?

To safely and legally operate an a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11 metres or more) in a NSW workplace you must:
– be licensed and competent to operate
– follow safe operating procedures including following the traffic management rules at your workplace.

A high risk work licence in the class of CN (non-slewing crane) is required for the operation of a non-slewing telehandler with a lifting capacity rating exceeding 3 tonnes when it is fitted with a boom or jib and hook block.

Where the telehandler is fitted with attachments such as a bucket or forks the PCBU has a duty of care in terms of ensuring workers have appropriate training in the operation of the plant, however a CN licence is not required.

Where the plant is fitted with a personnel box that can be extended 11m or more the operator requires an Elevated Work Platform (EWP) high risk work licence.

This qualification does not cover you for any of the under 11 metre machines, a separate ticket(s) will be required.

The total duration for this course is 22 hours (3 days) as follows for both skilled and non-skilled operators.

The course duration is 22 hours (including 16 hours of training):
– 10 hours of supervised theory instruction
– 6 hours of supervised practical instruction (simulated workplace)
– 4 hours theory assessment (including calculations)
– 2 hours of practical assessment

This course is based on the High Risk Work (HRW) licence requirements.

Qualification gained:

Licence class (WP)
Statement of attainment – TLILIC0005 Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform

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