Wodonga TAFE
3 days
Obtain your Victorian High Risk Work licence to legally operate non-slewing telehandlers over 3 tonnes. This intensive 3-day course combines practical training with assessment, essential for professionals in building, construction, agriculture, and earthmoving industries.
You must be at least 18 years old and provide a valid physical photo ID on the first day of the course. Prior to attending, you are required to complete 6 hours of pre-course study materials provided upon enrolment. Assessment is conducted in English, with AUSLAN interpreter support available upon WorkSafe approval. Appropriate work clothing is mandatory: long sturdy pants, enclosed footwear, and sun/wet weather protection. No prior telehandler experience is required, but a willingness to learn and follow safety protocols is essential.
The course covers comprehensive telehandler operation and safety protocols. Topics include site and work area assessment techniques, determining telehandler capacity and load limits, conducting thorough pre-operational equipment checks, evaluating environmental conditions for safe operation, selecting and fitting appropriate attachments, and mastering telehandler manoeuvring in various conditions. You will also learn hand whistle and radio communication signals for workplace coordination, and gain in-depth knowledge of Victorian legislation and WorkSafe High Risk Work requirements to ensure compliance and safe practice.
Wodonga TAFE is a registered training organisation (RTO 3097) delivering accredited vocational education across Northern Victoria. This course is delivered by experienced instructors aligned with WorkSafe Victoria standards and AQF qualifications. The provider's commitment to practical, industry-relevant training ensures you receive recognised credentials that meet legal requirements for telehandler operation in Victoria.
Upon successful completion, you will be qualified to work as a telehandler operator across multiple industries. Career opportunities include positions in civil construction companies, local council maintenance teams, earthmoving operations, building and construction sites, agricultural and dairy farming operations, and general equipment hire companies. Your HRW licence is valid for 5 years and demonstrates your competency to employers, opening doors to supervisory and specialist equipment operation roles.
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