Nationally Recognised unit of competency
RIIHAN301E Operate Elevating Work Platform (Scissor/Vertical Lift) SL VL
Topics include
- Introduction to the WHS Act 2012 and A/S
- Risk assessment/Hierarchy of control
- Detailed theory component
- Scissor/Vertical Lift pre-start inspection and fault identification
- Plan and prepare for work
- Intensive practical component
- Safely navigate site hazards
- Conduct various simulated Scissor/Vertical Lift tasks
- Scissor/Vertical Lift shut down and post-operational inspection
- Pack up
Duration and Schedule
- Course length: 4-6 Hours
- Class size: Small groups for personalised training
Licencing Requirements in Tasmania
Prerequisites
- 16 years of age or older
- Basic language, literacy and numeracy skills
- Valid Unique Student Identifier (USI) – create or find your USI
- Proof of identity and Tasmanian residential address (e.g. driver’s licence, utility bill, car registration)
Licence Cost
- $300.00 per person in Hobart (GST exempt)
- $340.00 per person in Launceston (GST exempt)
Group booking rates and discounts are available – please contact us for pricing. Eligible learners may access partial Keystone funding.
Recognised Qualification & Licensing Pathways
Location and Facilities
- Delivery: Available in Hobart or Launceston, or onsite statewide at your workplace.
- Training on multiple EWPs – scissor lifts and vertical lifts
- Use of High Risk Work Solutions supplied equipment
- All course notes and assessment materials
- Facilities include tea, coffee, biscuits and access to local food outlets.
- Participants are welcome to bring lunch.
PPE required: Safety boots or enclosed shoes, long pants, and a hi‑vis short or long‑sleeve shirt.
Registered Training Organisation (RTO)
High Risk Work Solutions delivers this course as Talented Training RTO #45144, ensuring compliance with the Standards for RTOs. A Statement of Attainment is issued by Talented Training RTO #45144 when an individual successfully completes one or more accredited units within this course. A Statement of Attainment is issued by Talented Training RTO #45144 when an individual successfully completes one or more accredited units within this course.
Why Choose High Risk Work Solutions?
- Specialist trainers with real industry experience
- Small class sizes – more practice time on the equipment
- Training available onsite statewide or at our facilities in Hobart or Launceston
- Practical, hands‑on learning with multiple types of EWPs
Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to operate an elevating work platform (EWP boom lifts up to 11 meters). This unit applies to those working in operational roles.
The work required in this unit relates to the National Standard for High Risk Work but this unit does not provide the licence. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements that may apply to this unit can vary between states, territories and industry sectors, and must be sourced prior to applying this unit.
This unit alone does not provide sufficient skill to independently load and unload equipment. To perform this activity safely, personnel must either complete or be assisted by someone who has completed RIIHAN308F Load and Unload Plant or equivalent.
