High Risk Work Licence Courses

TLILIC0003 – Licence to operate a forklift truck
NEW 2-Day Course

$700

Unit Code
TLILIC0003

Unit Name
Licence to operate a forklift truck

Duration 2 days
Times 7.00am - 3.00pm
Class Size 6
Assessment Type Theory and Practical

About this course

This forklift training course in Mackay will equip you with the knowledge and skills required to safely operate a forklift truck within mining, construction, warehousing, transport and other industrial environments.

A High Risk Forklift licence is ideal for those looking to perform forklift activities across a wide range of industries.

The following topics are covered within this forklift licence course:

  • Plan work/task
  • Prepare for work/task
  • Perform work/task
  • Pack up

2-Day Accelerated Format

This 2-Day Accelerated Course is designed for participants with previous industry or workplace experience who are familiar with workplace safety practices, hazard identification and risk controls.

Suitable experience may include working within construction, mining, trades, workshops, transport, warehousing, manufacturing, ports, sugar or similar industrial environments.

Previous experience operating a forklift is not required.

The accelerated format allows participants to apply their existing workplace knowledge and experience while developing the forklift-specific knowledge and practical skills required by the unit. The course includes training and assessment over two full days face-to-face at our training facility, with additional training or learning support provided where required.

Training Days Focus On:

  • Forklift theory training and presentation delivery
  • Practical forklift operation
  • Load handling and workplace safety application
  • Theory and calculation revision
  • 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 forklift 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 Forklift Course.

If you are required to operate a forklift truck, you will need to hold a current High Risk Work Licence – LF.

For further information on this course, please follow the link to the National Register for VET

Pre-requisite

None

Course dates

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Mackay 27 Aug - 28 Aug 2026 7:00 am - 3:00 pm $700.00 Available Book now
Mackay 03 Sep - 04 Sep 2026 7:00 am - 3:00 pm $700.00 Available Book now
Mackay 05 Sep - 06 Sep 2026 7:00 am - 3:00 pm $700.00 Available Book now
Mackay 07 Sep - 08 Sep 2026 7:00 am - 3:00 pm $700.00 Available Book now
Mackay 09 Sep - 10 Sep 2026 7:00 am - 3:00 pm $700.00 Available Book now
Mackay 14 Sep - 15 Sep 2026 7:00 am - 3:00 pm $700.00 Available Book now
Mackay 17 Sep - 18 Sep 2026 7:00 am - 3:00 pm $700.00 Available Book now
Mackay 24 Sep - 25 Sep 2026 7:00 am - 3:00 pm $700.00 Available Book now
Mackay 26 Sep - 27 Sep 2026 7:00 am - 3:00 pm $700.00 Available Book now
Mackay 28 Sep - 29 Sep 2026 7:00 am - 3:00 pm $700.00 Available Book now
Mackay 05 Oct - 06 Oct 2026 7:00 am - 3:00 pm $700.00 Available Book now
Mackay 14 Oct - 15 Oct 2026 7:00 am - 3:00 pm $700.00 Available Book now
Mackay 22 Oct - 23 Oct 2026 7:00 am - 3:00 pm $700.00 Available Book now
Mackay 26 Oct - 27 Oct 2026 7:00 am - 3:00 pm $700.00 Available Book now
Mackay 29 Oct - 30 Oct 2026 7:00 am - 3:00 pm $700.00 Available Book now

Training requirements

Enrolment Requirements

The following are required to commence enrolment in this forklift licence course (QLD):

  • Be at least 18 years of age at the time of training
  • 100 points of identification (WorkSafe QLD ID requirements)
  • USI number (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

  • 100 points of identification (as per WorkSafe QLD requirements)
  • Enclosed shoes/footwear
  • Long-sleeved high visibility shirt (high visibility vests available for loan)
  • Long pants

What We Provide

  • All training materials and stationery
  • Access to fridges and crib rooms for personal lunch storage
  • Various food outlets located nearby at Mackay Harbour
  • Any PPE required

Additional Training and Support

Participants progress at different rates. Where a trainer identifies that a participant requires additional time to develop the required knowledge or practical skills, additional training or supervised workplace practice may be recommended prior to assessment.

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

Course outcomes

Certification & Licensing

Upon successful completion and being deemed competent, you will receive a
Statement of Attainment for TLILIC0003 – Licence to Operate a Forklift Truck
issued by Momentum High Risk Training (RTO 46410).

A Candidate Assessment Summary (CAS) will also be issued via email. This document is required when applying for your High Risk Work Licence (HRWL).

To apply for your High Risk Work Licence (HRWL – LF), you must lodge your application with WorkSafe Queensland (QLD WorkSafe ) within 60 days of successfully completing your practical assessment.
Please retain your Candidate Assessment Summary (CAS) as proof of assessment until your HRWL is issued.

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