RTO Number 52608
Steel workers with cherry pickers

Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11 metres or more)

Purpose

This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to safely operate a boom-type Elevating Work Platform (EWP) where the length of the boom is 11 metres or more in accordance with all relevant legislative requirements. Competence in this unit, does not in itself result in a Risk Work Licence (HRWL) to operate this plant.

Boom-type elevating work platform means a telescoping device, hinged device, or articulated device, or any combination of these, used to support a platform on which personnel, equipment and materials may be elevated.

A person performing this work is required to hold a boom-type elevating work platform HRWL.

This unit requires a person operating an EWP to:

  • plan for the work/task
  • prepare for the work/task
  • perform work/task
  • pack up

Course Overview

This course covers the below aspects:

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

Course Delivery Mode

Training U conducts this course face to face at its Maddington facility or clients workplace on request.

Course Duration

2 days

Prerequisites and Course Requirements

  • Students must be a minimum of 18 years of age
  • Students must have basic English language and literacy skills
  • Students must have sound maths skills
  • Must be able to provide photo ID

Certification

On successful completion of this course the student will receive a Statement of Attainment and be issued a High Risk Work Licence in the class of WP.

The CTF provides funding support for training of eligible workers in the construction industry. We acknowledge the support of the CTF in reducing the costs of training for eligible workers. Training U is an approved bulk biller provider with the CTF.

Why Choose TRAINING U?

With a combined 30+ years of industry experience, our team at Training U provides responsive, flexible training and assessment solutions to ensure clients training requirements are met with minimal impact on day-to-day operations. Our training has allowed individuals and companies to expand their knowledge and skills for future success and development. Training U has become a trusted name within the training industry.

Frequently Asked Questions

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From 1 January 2015, all students studying nationally recognised training in Australia are required to have a Unique Student Identifier (USI). A USI provides students online access to their training records and results (transcripts) through their free online USI account.

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