About the Course
Licence to operate a forklift truck
Licence to Operate a Forklift Truck is the training accreditation and licence required to legally operate a forklift truck.
We have specifically designed this course to be delivered either at our training facilities in Brisbane and Townsville or onsite. At all times we work with our clients to align with their operations, procedures and equipment to create the most effective and efficient training experience.
The 3-day Forklift Licence course provides students with the skills to safely operate a forklift in the workplace.
The Forklift Truck program is made up of the following nationally accredited units of competency:
- TLILIC0003 – Licence to operate a forklift truck
Note, we cap the number of students in the course to a maximum of 6 to ensure there is sufficient time on the forklift for each student.
Who Should Attend
This course is for new and experienced operators who need a forklift licence to legally operate forklifts in the workplace. It is particularly relevant to those working in warehousing and logistics, manufacturing and production, construction and infrastructure, retail and wholesale distribution, and mining and resources.
Course Description
Our Forklift Licence course will teach students how to safely plan the forklift work, conduct routine checks on a forklift truck, shift loads in a safe manner, and safely shut down and secure equipment after completing operations.
Our Forklift Truck training course is based on the requirement of the National Standard for Licensing Persons Performing High Risk.
Licence to Operate a Forklift Truck course topics and skills include:
- Plan Operations: Hazard management and consultation
- Pre-operational Inspections: forklift and associated equipment
- Shift Loads: Lifting at varying heights and travelling through obstacles
- Conclude Operations: Parking, securing the equipment and following site specific procedures
Course Delivery Options
Training will be conducted by one of our experienced high risk trainer assessors who have industry currency, strong knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations and industry standards.
Practical and theoretical activities drive the training experience to ensure that the training is engaging, interesting and relevant.
WorkSafe Connect has specifically designed this course to be offered at either our Brisbane or Townsville training facilities or onsite and we work with our clients to align with their operations, procedures and equipment to create the most effective and efficient training experience.
If you would like to discuss delivery options in more detail, then please get in contact with us.
Students must also provide three items of original identity evidence. A copy of each must be retained by WorkSafe Connect, excepting a financial institution debit/credit card (where a record is kept that the original was sighted but card numbers are not retained on file).
Most students bring their drivers licence, Medicare card and a credit / debit card with them on the day which satisfies the identity requirements.
Accreditation
To complete the course, students must successfully complete all assessments which are aligned with the national unit of competency.
All assessments are completed during the course – no assessment activities need to be completed prior to or post the training course.
Upon successful completion of the course requirements, students will receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for the following unit of competency:
- TLILIC0003 – Licence to operate a forklift truck
Students will also be provided with an electronic 'Candidate Assessment Summary' (CAS) to apply for the High-Risk Licence through Work Health and Safety Queensland (WHSQ).
Please note there is an additional fee charged by WHSQ to apply for the licence.
Certificate delivery:
- Courses at our facilities: Certificates are issued on the day, with digital copies emailed to participants and employers (if applicable) the following business day.
- Courses at client sites: Certificates are issued within 7 business days, with digital copies emailed to participants and employers.
Course Entry Requirements
If any additional learning support is required (e.g. with language, literacy or numeracy), please notify our Operations team prior to the course or speak with your trainer on the day —we’re here to help.
What to Bring
- Your USI (Unique Student Identifier) – click here for more info
- Comfortable, practical clothing is recommended (long pants or shorts and a sleeved shirt or t-shirt).
- No PPE/high-vis required
- Closed-in shoes
- All course materials are provided
Amenities at our Brisbane and Townsville Facilities
- Parking available on-site or nearby
- Complimentary tea, coffee, biscuits, and mints
- Fridge and microwave available for use
- Cafés and food options located nearby for breaks
