Course in Licensing for Non-Slewing Telehandler Operations with a Rated Capacity Over 3 Tonnes

This course provides the skills and knowledge to be able to apply to WorkSafe for a Telehandler (TV class) High Risk Work Licence.

It is a legal requirement in Victoria to hold a High Risk Work Licence if operating a telehandler over 3 tonnes.

• Theory in relation to safe operation of a Telehandler
• Practical skills to safely operate a Telehandler in multiple roles
• Use of different attachments

Day 1 Mainly theory with basic machine familiarisation in the afternoon

Day 2 Mainly practical based all day

Day 3 Practical training in the morning followed by Worksafe Theory and calculations assessment in the afternoon

Day 4 Student to attend for 90  minutes at a time specified by the assessor to undertake practical drive assessment

On successful completion, you will receive a Statement of Attainment for this course and be issued with a WorkSafe Notice of Assessment, which will enable you to apply for a cence to operate non-slewing telehandlers with a rated capacity of more than 3 tonnes.

$66.60 is required and payable to Australia Post for the issue of this licence.

You must be at least 18 years of age.

• wear appropriate protective clothing
• wear fully covered work boots

This course involves accredited units.  You will be required to complete assessment tasks to demonstrate your underpinning knowledge, skills and attributes to meet the course outcomes.  A combination of written, oral and practical assessment strategies will be used in either a classroom, online or workplace environment. 

Where units require demonstration of skills in a workplace environment, you will have the opportunity to do this either in your own workplace (where appropriate), through a practical placement, or by using one of the Institute's simulated workshops/classrooms.  Detailed information about the types, conduct and dates of assessments will be provided in advance.  You will also be provided with information about the opportunity for reassessment and appeal.

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4. Assessment – Some courses require a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment. We’ll let you know if it’s needed.
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