What does this Gold Card Course cover?
The TSHA Gold Card Training Program is for people who need the skills and knowledge to safely operate Telescopic Material Handlers (telehandlers). This course provides training in the safe use of different telehandler and attachment combinations that do not require a high-risk work licence. You can complete one or more modules, depending on the telehandler and attachments you will be using:
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- Other (O): covers other attachment types such as bale grabs, work platforms, sweepers, etc.
This course includes classroom theory, practical demonstration, physical operation and assessment.
Will I receive an operator card of some kind or a certificate once I complete the course with you?
Successful participants are issued with a digital TSHA – TSH Trained Operator Gold Card. This digital card will be available through your EWPA/TSHA Learner Portal once your assessor has recorded your assessment outcome.
The TSHA now issues Digital Gold Cards that can be saved to your smartphone wallet.
If you require a physical replacement card, you can order one directly from TSHA via the link on their website. A fee of $35.00 is payable online by credit card.
EWPA & TSHA uses Industry Compliant Training (ICT) RTO: 40825 to conduct assessment only Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) against successful completion of the Gold Card assessment. A Statement of Attainment (SoA) will be issued upon payment of an administration fee to Industry Compliant Training. Industry Compliant Training would be responsible for issuing the Statement of Attainment to students who successfully complete the course.
Does this Gold Card allow me to operate all telehandlers?
No. With the TSHA Gold Card, you can operate a non-slewing telehandler with a rated capacity of three tonnes or less. No specific high risk work licence is required to operate a non-slewing telehandler with a rated capacity of three tonnes or less. However, the employer must ensure employees receive appropriate information, instruction, training and supervision so they can operate the telehandler safely and competently without a licence. Under Occupational Health and Safety laws in every Australian state, both employers and employees have a legal duty of care to ensure a safe working environment.
People who want to operate a non-slewing telehandler with a rated capacity of more than 3 tonnes will need the TV licence, unless they have a current mobile crane high risk work licence.
What is involved in the pre work assessment (PWA) on the day of the course?
On the day of training, you will be required to undertake a
pre work assessment (PWA) before participating in your Yellow/ Gold Card course.
Each participant is required to successfully complete both parts (100% correct with 2 attempts) in the required timeframe (15 mins)
before training can be attempted. The PWA is made up of 2 questions relating to your reading ability and 3 relating to your numerical ability. Calculators may be used. This is a minimum legal job safety requirement to operate a EWP or a Telescopic Handler.
Participants who need additional help after completing this PWA will not be allowed to attend training and will be offered alternative free help if required and may complete training at a later date. Future attempts at completing a YC or GC must be accompanied with evidence of literacy and numeracy training by an approved provider before a second application can be approved.
Can I do the course on weekends?
We may offer weekend or customised delivery options depending on availability and demand. If the standard one-day option does not suit you, talk to us — we’re happy to explore alternatives with you.