About this course
Elevating Work Platform (EWP) Under 11m
Elevating Work Platform (EWP)
Our 1-day course is designed to ensure that students have the skills and knowledge required to operate an elevating work platform under 11m.
WorkSafe Connect’s EWP under 11m course meets the criteria of a nationally recognised unit of competency:
- RIIHAN301E – Operate elevating work platform
This nationally recognised unit of competency is recognised and accepted throughout Australia. Please be aware that “Yellow Cards” is a marketing term promoted by an industry body – it is not a legal requirement to hold a “Yellow Card” to operate an EWP or scissor lift.
If you require a high-risk work licence for an EWP with a reach of 11m or more, please refer to: EWP 11m or more
Available Dates
Townsville Training
Bayswater Road, Garbutt, Townsville, QLD 4814
7:30am – 2:30pm 7th August 2025
7:30am – 2:30pm 10th September 2025
CSQ Funding Options
You may be eligible to receive Construction Skills Queensland funding for this course if you are a worker or an apprentice / trainee in the building and construction industry.
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Course Details
Our Elevating Work Platform (EWP) Under 11 m theory covers the operation of a telescoping device, hinged device or articulated device or any combination of these. The practical training and assessment are conducted on a scissor lift.
During the EWP course students will cover the following topics:
- Plan for work
- Risk assessment
- Understanding the EWP’s capacity and capability
- Routine and functionality checks
- Harness inspection and use
- Access and egress
- Securing tools and equipment
- Relocation and set up of EWP
- Safe and efficient EWP operation
- Shut down and secure elevating work platform
Training will be conducted by one of our experienced trainer assessors who have industry currency, strong knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations and industry standards.
All assessments are completed during the course – no assessment activities need to be completed prior to or post the training course.
If you would like to discuss delivery options in more detail, then please get in contact with us and we would be more than happy to discuss your requirements and options.
Upon successful completion of the course requirements, students will receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for the following unit of competency:
- RIIHAN301E – Operate elevating work platform
You may be eligible to receive CSQ funding for this course if you work in the building & construction industry in Queensland.
If eligible, you will receive funding of $266.00, which can be offset against the course cost.
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