Forklift truck operation licence course (2 days) – Williamstown

2-day course (includes pre-study and homework followed by 2-days face to face sessions with us).

Doesn’t suit you?

We also have a 3-day course option available (face-to-face).

Talk to us. We may be able to customise the course duration or discuss weekend course options.

To enrol, you must:

• Be 18 years or older
• Able use English and maths for safety, training, and assessment – reading, writing, communicating. Complete a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and digital (LLND) skills assessment (or discuss your LLND capability with us so we can review it to ensure you are enrolling in a suitable course)
• Be in good health and fitness
• Reside in Victoria, or have valid reasons for applying for a licence there
• Hold a valid visa to study with us (if not an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident)

Course topics include:

• Planning and preparing for forklift operations
• Checking the work area and surfaces
• Choosing the right forklift and attachments
• Identifying hazards and using risk controls
• Following traffic management plans
• Conducting pre-start safety checks
• Using the forklift logbook and reporting faults
• Operating the forklift safely
• Lifting, moving and placing loads (including heavy and uneven loads)
• Parking and shutting down the forklift correctly
• Using communication methods like hand signals and radios
• Following WHS/OHS safety rules
• Working with forklift attachments
• Responding to problems or unsafe situations

Try these sample course document pages and attempt completing our LLND assessment:

• LLND assessment
• Learner guide – read pages that explain forklift safety procedures.
• Activity book – try completing the sample activity book pages.

Yeah, I can do it OK. But I have some other concerns I want to discuss.

All good – please reach out to us and talk about any specific learning needs, limitations, support requirements, wellness concerns or disabilities. We may be able to assist you or guide you in the right direction.

Course fees are listed on the current fee schedule.
(WorkSafe licence fee is paid separately via My WorkSafe portal or Australia Post.)

• Current photo ID
• Completed activity book
• Wear: appropriate work attire (work pants and work shirts) and steel cap safety shoes
• PPE provided: high-vis clothing and hard hat (or bring your own if preferred)

• What is a forklift truck? A forklift truck is a powered industrial vehicle used to lift and move loads using a pair of forks or other attachments. It is equipped with lifting media made up of a mast and an elevating load carriage that can raise loads 900 mm or more above the ground. This definition does not include pedestrian-operated trucks or pallet trucks. Forklift trucks are widely used in warehouses, logistics, construction, and manufacturing settings.
• What does this licence cover? This high-risk work licence (class LF) allows you to legally operate a forklift truck in Australia. It includes both high-reach and counterbalance forklifts with a lifting capacity of at least 1000 kg. The licence is issued by WorkSafe Victoria (or your relevant state regulator) after you complete the required training and pass the licence assessment.
• Can I operate order pickers with this licence? No. The LF (forklift) licence does not cover the operation of order-picking forklifts (also known as stock pickers or turret trucks). To operate these machines, you need a LO licence, which is a separate high-risk work licence class specifically for order pickers where the operator is lifted with the load.
• Can I do this course without prior forklift experience? Yes. The course is suitable for both beginners and those with some experience. However, you will need to meet the course selection criteria, including language, literacy, numeracy, and digital skills.
• Do I get my licence immediately after the course? Not immediately. After you successfully complete both the unit of competency and the WorkSafe licence assessment, you will receive a Notice of Assessment (NOA) by email. You must then lodge your NOA through the MyWorkSafe portal or at Australia Post within 60 days and pay the required licence fee. WorkSafe will issue the physical licence card after that process.
• Can I do the course on weekends or part-time? We may offer weekend or customised delivery options depending on availability and demand. If the standard 2-day or 3-day options do not suit you, talk to us — we’re happy to explore alternatives with you.

You can find detailed information about the course, unit requirements, and outcomes through the following

1. TLILIC0003 Licence to operate a forklift truck
   This outlines the unit requirements we train and assess you on before you can proceed with the licence assessment.
2. Course information
   This document includes an overview of the course structure, delivery, and assessment.
3. Resources tab
   Don’t forget to read the documents under the resources tab. They contain important details about fees and refunds, complaints procedures, the support services we offer, your rights, re-assessment opportunities, and what you need to know before you enrol.
4. You can also contact us directly if you have questions.