EWP Licence

Reach new heights in your career with an EWP licence from Major Training. Our EWP (over 11 metres) course allows you to apply for your high risk work licence with WHS Queensland*. Once you have your high risk licence, you’ll be allowed to safely and legally operate elevated work platforms across a range of industries.

Objectives

An EWP unit of competency is nationally recognised training that will give you the specialist skills needed to safely operate an elevated work platform in a range of trades including building, construction, mining, forestry, demolition, and more.

Your EWP over 11m high risk work licence will enhance your skillset so you can gain employment or start a new career path. You’ll learn the skills and knowledge required to safely operate a boom-type elevating work platform where the length of the boom is 11 metres or more.

While training for your EWP licence, you’ll learn how to plan the work, conduct routine checks, and set up, operate, shut down, and secure the elevating work platform.

Course Includes

• Pre-course study guide
• Detailed training schedule
• Classroom-based training with safety videos, demonstrations, and instructions delivered by our accredited trainers
• Written and practical assessment including all training materials and a hi-vis vest
• Reliable practical training to meet logbook requirements
• Nationally recognised statement of attainment.

High Risk Work Licences

• High risk work licences have a 5-year life span. After this period, the licence will need to be renewed. This can be done via the WHS Queensland website.
• If your high risk work licence has expired, you’re not classified as a licenced operator until it’s renewed.
• You have up to 12 months to renew your high risk licence. If it’s past the 12-month period, you’ll be required to re-sit the written and practical exam.
• A VOC cannot be done on an expired licence.

Entry Requirements

• Pass a language, literacy and numeracy assessment (LLN)
• Provide three forms of identification
• Wear steel-capped or safety boots on site
• Sun protection also recommended (hat, long-sleeved shirt and pants)
• Minimum 18 years of age (Workplace Health and Safety requirement) – applicable to full course only
• You may not be able to attend this course if you are pregnant or have a medical condition – applicable to full course only

Outcomes

An elevated work platform licence qualifies you to safely use elevating work platforms where the length of the boom is 11 metres or more. Professions that require this licence might include technicians and trades workers, machinery operators and drivers, and labourers.

Students Support Options

Students have access to a range of support options, including:

• Additional practical training sessions
• Extended learning time
• Alternative training methods and resources
• Access to our experienced staff for one-on-one training
• Recognition of previous learning and experience to speed up the process.

Speak to one of our team members to find out how we can support you. Additional costs may apply.