High risk work licence

Apply for a high - risk work licence - worksafe. How do I obtain a high risk work licence? What is a high risk license?

A high risk work licence allows you to work with certain high risk and plant equipment such as forklifts , cranes , scaffolding , rigging and pressure equipment. Obtaining a new high risk work licence or class To obtain a Licence to Perform High Risk Work or add a new class to your existing licence you must be over years of age and not previously been issued with a licence for this class of work. Please review our guide for applicants before making an application.

SWA is not a WHS regulator and cannot advise you about high risk work licences. If you need help, please contact your state or territory work health and safety regulator. A licence to perform high risk work is required for: 1. The licence is recognised Australia-wide (older style tickets and certificates of competency are no longer valid). To obtain a licence to perform high risk work or add a new class to your existing licence , you must undertake the appropriate training. Once you have completed your training, you will be assessed by an assessor who is accredited with SafeWork SA.

Accredited assessors must be affiliated with an RTO, so this may be arranged for you. During your assessment, you will do a written theory exam and a practical test. If you have a successful assessment, your accredited assessor will provide you with: 1.

Both of these documents are valid for days from the date of assessment and you must pay your tax invoice during this time to receive your licence. Take your tax invoice to a Service SA Customer Service Centre or an Australia Post PhotoCapture outlet. Complete training as per the relevant unit of competency. This will include classroom theory and practical training. See full list on worksafe.

Book in a theory and practical assessment with your RTO. Bookings for assessments need to be made at least three business days in advance and conducted by an accredited assessor. The assessor should be present at all times during the assessment period.

Successful applicants will receive an assessment summary (AS1) from the accredited assessor and a statement of attainment from the RTO. Retain your ASand proof of payment as evidence that you can lawfully perform work in the relevant class of high risk , pending a decision on your application. The expiry date is printed on the bottom right corner of your licence card. High Risk Work Licence Online Services 2. If your licence is due to expire and you have not received a renewal notice, or your notice has incorrect details, contact us via the above number. Visit High Risk Work Licence Online Servicesto renew your HRW licence.

Note: Australia Post outlets do not process applications to renew HRW licences. You can do this by: 1. HRW licence number and personal information as printed on the licence you want to renew 2. HRW product number provided by TMR for a previous HRW application 5. HRW product number provided by TMR for a previous HRW application.

Queensland issued drivers licence 4. If you do not have a relevant TMR CRN you can still lodge your application. Workers need a licence to carry out high risk work , like operating cranes, forklifts and erecting scaffolding. High risk work licences are valid for five years unless suspended or cancelled.

Description of class of high risk work. This includes, scaffolding, dogging and rigging and operating cranes, hoists, reach stackers, forklifts and pressure equipment. There are specific laws about doing high risk work safely.

A current high risk work licence may be used anywhere in Australia regardless of which state or territory it was issued in. If I move states do I have to transfer my High Risk Work Licence ? There is no requirement to apply to transfer a high risk work licence to work in Western Australia. How to apply or add a class 1. The licences for these activities are issued by NT WorkSafe and applicants will have to demonstrate that appropriate training has been received. This document tells you what happens if your high risk work licence has expired. Anyone carrying out high risk work , like operating a forklift, must hold a high risk work licence.

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