Licence to Operate a Forklift Truck

The 3 day Forklift Training Course is designed to provide participants with the ability to operate a forklift safely and equip them with the knowledge and skills to apply in real scenarios.

This program is delivered and assessed by Southern Training Organisation RTO 91378 in both the ACT and the South Coast NSW region. Up to 70% of the course cost may be refundable to eligible applicants through the ACT Building and Construction Industry Training Fund.

MBA Group Training will apply for this refund on your behalf on successful completion of the course.

Requirements

• Participants must provide 100 points of identification and be a minimum of 18 years of age

• Participants must wear steel capped, safety footwear during training and assessment

• English language skills sufficient to understand both written and verbal instruction

• Basic numeracy skills

• Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment (attached) to be completed prior to confirmation of your enrolment

Content

• Compliance with WHS licensing legislation

• Identify hazards associated with the operation of the forklift truck and implement effective hazard controls

• Conduct pre-start-up, post operational and shutdown checks, moving loads and shut down and secure checks of the forklift truck according to procedures

• Operate the forklift truck and move loads safely

Licence Application

Successful participants are required to lodge an application for a High Risk Work Licence with the regulatory body in the State/Territory they complete training in within 60 days from the issue date of the Statement of Attainment.