TasTAFE
3 days
A practical three-day course designed to equip participants with essential forklift operation skills and safety knowledge. Ideal for individuals seeking to obtain a National High Risk Work Licence and work safely in warehousing, transport, and logistics environments.
Participants must be at least 18 years of age and comply with WorkSafe Tasmania's high-risk work application requirements. A satisfactory level of literacy and numeracy is required. Participants should wear protective work wear including safety boots and high-visibility clothing during practical assessments. No prior forklift experience is necessary, though experienced operators may be eligible for assessment-only options.
The course covers pre-operation checks and equipment inspection, work planning and load assessment, control operation and equipment handling, load shifting and stacking techniques, practical loading and unloading procedures, equipment shutdown protocols, and work site security procedures. Participants gain hands-on experience in a simulated workplace environment and learn workplace safety standards and compliance requirements specific to high-risk forklift operations.
TasTAFE is Tasmania's leading vocational education and training provider with extensive industry connections and expertise in workplace safety training. The course is delivered by experienced instructors at multiple convenient locations across Tasmania and leads to nationally recognized qualifications issued by WorkSafe Tasmania, ensuring industry credibility and employment readiness.
Upon completion, graduates can pursue careers as Warehousing Operators or Transport and Logistics Operators. The National High Risk Work Licence opens employment opportunities in warehousing facilities, distribution centers, logistics companies, and manufacturing environments. The qualification is valid for five years and enhances career prospects in material handling and supply chain operations.
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