If you want to operate a heavy-load forklift in Australia, you’re going to need forklift training. The good news is that training is supported by the employment agencies, and many employers also conduct forklift training on-site.

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FORKLIFT TRAINING
OH&S regulations have lead
to the forklift training course
becoming one of the most well
attended heavy machinery
courses in Australia. Find out
why you need to complete
one . . .
FORKLIFT TRAINING
If you want to operate a
heavy-load forklift in Australia,
you’re going to need forklift
training. The good news is that
training is supported by the
employment agencies, and
many employers also conduct
forklift training on-site.
You should understand that operating a WHAT DOES TRAINING INCLUDE ?
forklift can be dangerous and care must be A forklift training course is taught by a
taken, which is why OH&S ( Occupational Health registered instructor and the company should be
& Safety ) regulations have grown up in this approved to hold the training. It includes :
area. Since 2010 it’s been a legal requirement of
both employees and employers that operators • forklift driver safety,
are trained. It usually only takes 2 or 3 days, and
there’s a refresher course available as well for • risk assessment,
people who already have experience. The • necessary checks before operating a
refresher and retest program is a one-day forklift,
course designed to give previously certificated
forklift operators an update for renewal of their • work safety regulations and
certification.
• after-shift maintenance.
Australian forklift training also covers
carrying loads correctly, which is an important
part of safe forklift driving.
There are many accredited institutions that offer
forklift training to people who would like to
work in this field. The advantage of an
HPOTS training program lies in our
instructor's ability to provide industry know
how and our small class size. And, our one
week course structure means you gain your
accreditation sooner.
www.hpots.com.au
+61 2 4990 2588

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Every driver and operator is obliged to take
the course, and in some cases, the training
THE ASSESSMENT takes place on-site. Some programs help
students prepare for the test and involve
Once the worker has gone through the classroom work; however, employers can
written-assessment and completed the 52- choose to order the workbook and training
question test, they are ready for the practical
part. This is a live assessment, and is held in a
safe environment provided by the training
company or on-site. The behind-the-wheel
training includes checks, load shifting and
correct shut down procedures. A certified
assessor will take the student through the test
and make sure that they are able to operate the
forklift safely.
The certificate is an endorsement that the
forklift operator is able to perform their duties
safely and efficiently. After it’s obtained they’re
signed off for work. A forklift training course
needs to be taken every five years, unless new
regulations come into place, and employees
need to take an extra update course. material and sign their staff up for an
assessment-only forklift training course to save
money.
Course Days Qualification Cost Explanation
FORKLIFT ( LF ) 3 National Certificate of $590 This program provides the practical and
Competency (LF) and knowledge required to undertake the
Statement of Attainment WorkCover assessment for Forklift
TLILIC108A Licence to license. The program includes prestart
Operate a Forklift Truck inspections, operation of the forklift to
undertake varied tasks and general safety.
Minimum age 18 years.
An intensive forklift training course is ideal for people with little or no experience
driving a forklift, or employers who want to make sure that their employees will pass
their exams. Regulations regarding training and certification should be followed, not
only to avoid accidents, but also to make sure the company doesn’t receive fines
for not providing a safe work environment for its employees.
To find out more about completing a forklift training course, visit the Hunter Plant
Operator Training School website at http://www.hpots.com.au.
www.hpots.com.au
+61 2 4990 2588