CT Crane Licence Course – Dandenong South

• 4-day course (includes some pre-study and homework followed by 4-days face to face sessions with us).

Doesn’t suit you?

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

To enrol, you must:

• Hold a:
  • current DG licence (high risk work licence to perform dogging) OR the Licence to perform dogging unit Statement of Attainment (unit code CPCCLDG3001A or CPCCLDG3001 or its successor) OR
  • current high risk work licence to operate a non-slewing mobile crane (CN licence class) OR slewing mobile crane of any capacity (C2, C6, C1, CO licence classes) OR related crane unit Statement of Attainment.
• 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. Must be physically capable of climbing vertical ladders, working safely at heights, maintaining balance and coordination, and remaining alert for extended periods
• 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, preparing and checking workplace documents (SWMS, maintenance records, checklists)
• Identifying hazards, applying risk controls and following WHS/OHS requirements
• Conducting pre-operational and operational checks on the tower crane
• Reading load charts, signs, labels and using crane safety devices
• Operating tower crane controls to lift, move and place loads safely
• Working with licensed doggers to sling loads and using radios, hand and whistle signals for communication
• Moving different load types (heavy, uneven, round and stillage) through an obstacle course including a 90° slew
• Parking, shutting down and securing the tower crane, and responding to problems or equipment faults.

Self-erecting tower cranes are not included in this unit of competency.

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

• LLND assessment
• Learner guide – read pages that explain tower crane 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
• Wear: long pants, closed-toe shoes, suitable shirt.
• PPE provided: high-vis clothing, hard hat (or bring your own if preferred)

What is a tower crane?

A tower crane is a tall, fixed crane with a mast and jib that can lift and move heavy loads to great heights. It does not include a self-erecting tower crane. The jib can slew (rotate around a vertical axis), luff (move up and down) and trolley loads in and out. Tower crane work involves a boom crane or a jib crane (with horizontal or luffing jib) mounted on a demountable or permanent tower structure.

It is commonly used on high-rise construction sites for lifting steel, concrete, formwork and other building materials.

What does this licence allow me to do?

The CT high-risk work licence allows you to operate a tower crane from the cabin. The scope of work for this licence covers the operation of tower cranes. The scope of work for this licence does not include the operation of a self-erecting tower crane.

Does this licence cover other cranes?

No. The CT licence only covers tower cranes. To operate other crane types (such as mobile cranes, self-erecting tower cranes or non-slewing cranes), you must hold the appropriate high-risk work licence for that equipment.

Can I do this course without prior crane experience?

Yes. The course is suitable for both beginners and those with some crane experience. However, you will need to meet the course selection criteria, including holding a high risk work licence to perform dogging or the applicable dogging unit of competence, 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 4-day course option 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. CPCCLTC4001 Licence to operate a tower crane
   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.