Course code: 900-80467
Statement of Attainment in Licence to Operate a Forklift Truck
OverviewAbout this course
Gain the hands-on skills you need to apply for your forklift truck licence in this practical short course. Build confidence and boost your resume as you learn to operate forklifts safely.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Estimate points of balance on a load
Identify worksite hazards and correct them
Plan the relocation of a load and ensure it's consistent with the code of practice
Implement a traffic management plan
Check a forklift truck logbook
Carry out a pre-start checks and report any damage or defects
Safely park the forklift and carry out correct shutdown procedures
Course outcomes
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
A nationally accredited Statement of Attainment
A pathway to further study in supply chain and logistics
The skills and knowledge to confidently assess if loads comply with forklift truck data plate requirements and safe work procedures
The training requirements to apply for a forklift truck (LF) licence
SuitabilityIs this course right for you?
Entry requirements
Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
- There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol today.
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
Reached 18 years of age when you commence this course. You must be 18 years of age to be eligible for a forklift truck licence.
An interest in warehousing and logistics
Intermediate level fitness to manage physical demands like manual handling
Effective communication skills to work with others when handling loads and equipment
Good organisational skills and the ability to multitask in difficult situations
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PathwaysFuture career and study options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like: warehousing and distribution centre operator, forklift operator and warehouse assistant
Licensing
This is a licensed occupation. After you successfully complete the Statement of Attainment in Licence to Operate a Forklift Truck and have fulfilled all other eligibility criteria, you will need to apply for a forklift truck (LF) licence with SafeWork NSW. This is the licensing and regulatory authority in NSW. Eligibility criteria are as follows: - You will need to be at least 18 years old to be eligible to sit the SafeWork assessment for high risk work licences - You will need 100 points of identification - You will need to provide proof of NSW residential address Please note that the SafeWork assessment is taken in English. Application fees apply. A forklift truck licence allows you to operate a forklift truck, equipped with a mast and an elevating load carriage with a pair of fork arms or other attachment. This licence class is not for an order picking forklift truck. Visit SafeWork NSW for more information.
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study0 Courses
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
The Statement of Attainment in Licence to Operate a Forklift Truck does not have any pre-requisite courses.
Further study3 Courses
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
Related study2 Courses
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
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