High Risk Work Licence Courses

About this course

This Elevating Work Platform (EWP) training course in Mackay equips participants with the knowledge and practical skills required to safely operate a boom-type elevating work platform with a boom length of 11 metres or more within mining, construction, ports and industrial environments.

Successful completion enables eligible participants to apply for a High Risk Work Licence (WP class) through WorkSafe Queensland.

Course Topics Covered

• Plan work tasks and identify hazards
• Prepare the EWP and work area for operation
• Operate a boom-type elevating work platform safely and effectively
• Shut down, secure equipment and complete post-operational tasks

2-Day Accelerated Format

Training Days Focus On:

• EWP theory training and presentation delivery
• Practical EWP operation
• Safely working at heights and with relevant equipment
• Hazard identification and workplace safety application
• Safe setup and shutdown procedures
• Formal knowledge and practical assessment

This structured delivery model provides dedicated theory and practical training, with appropriate opportunities for instruction, practice, feedback and assessment to develop and demonstrate the knowledge and practical skills required by the unit.

Ideal For:

• Workers with previous experience in mining, construction, trades, ports, transport, warehousing, workshops, manufacturing, sugar or similar industrial environments
• Participants familiar with workplace safety practices, hazard identification and risk controls
• Participants who are comfortable learning in an accelerated training environment

Previous EWP operating experience is not required.

Participants who are new to industry, have limited workplace experience, have limited English language skills, require additional language, literacy or learning support, or would benefit from additional training and practical time are strongly encouraged to select our Standard 3-Day EWP Course.

If you are required to operate a boom-type elevating work platform over 11 metres, you must hold a current
High Risk Work Licence – WP.

For further information on this unit of competency, please refer to the

National Register for VET (training.gov.au)

Training requirements

Enrolment Requirements

The following are required to commence enrolment in this EWP (WP) High Risk Work Licence course in Queensland:

• Be at least 18 years of age at the time of training
• Provide 100 points of identification
  (WorkSafe QLD ID requirements)
• Hold a valid USI (Unique Student Identifier)
  (Obtain a USI here)
• Be able to read, write and communicate in plain English to a level sufficient to safely participate in training and assessment

Requirements on the Day of Training

• Original 100 points of identification (as per WorkSafe QLD requirements)
• Steel-capped or composite safety boots
• Long-sleeved high-visibility shirt (vests available for loan)
• Long work pants
• Hard hat (limited supply available for loan)

What We Provide

• All required training materials and stationery
• Access to fridges and crib facilities for personal lunch storage
• Multiple food outlets located nearby at Mackay Harbour

Additional training and support

Course outcomes

You will receive a Statement of Attainment in TLILIC0005 – Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (EWP over 11 metres) issued by Momentum High Risk Training (RTO No: 46410).

Once you have been deemed competent, a Candidate Assessment Summary (CAS) will be emailed to you.

To apply for your High Risk Work Licence (HRWL – WP), you must lodge an application with WorkSafe QLD within 60 days of of successfully completing your assessment. Please retain your Candidate Assessment Summary (CAS) as evidence until your HRWL card is received by mail.

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