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Licence to Operate a Boom-Type Elevating Work Platform Course (Boom Length 11 Metres or More)

Course overview

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Locations

North
Alanvale

North West
Burnie

South
Claremont
Clarence

Attendance options

Short course

Study type

Mixed Learning

Tuition fees

Commercial $ 572.00
Fees & payment guide

Please note: The course overview is intended as a guide only. Not all courses are available at all locations or through all study types and attendance options. Please check Locations, Dates and Times below or enquire for further information.

Get your licence to safely operate a boom-type elevating work platform and perform high risk work.

This nationally recognised short course is designed to provide you with the underpinning knowledge and skills you need to safely operate a boom type elevated work platform (11 metres or more in boom length).

This two-day short course will equip you with the ability to perform pre-operation checks, and how to set up, operate and shutdown elevated work platforms, as well as learn about site job planning.

On successful completion of this course, you will receive a Statement of Attainment for the unit completed, and be able to apply for National High Risk Work Licence – WP through WorkSafe Tasmania. The licence is valid for five years.

Note– You must be18 years of age and comply with the requirements outlined in the application for high-risk work published by WorkSafe Tasmania and have a satisfactory level of literacy and numeracy.

Locations, dates & times

Campus	Date	Attendance/Duration	Study type	Apply
North
Alanvale	27 May 2021 - 28 May 2021	Short course 2 days, Thurs - Fri , 8am - 4pm, I Block Alanvale Please read information under 'Entry' tab before proceeding to Apply Now	Mixed Learning	Apply now
Alanvale	22 Jul 2021 - 23 Jul 2021	Short course 2 days, Thurs - Fri - Friday, 8am - 4pm, I Block Alanvale Please read information under 'Entry' tab before proceeding to Apply Now	Mixed Learning	Apply now
Alanvale	9 Sep 2021 - 10 Sep 2021	Short course 2 days, Thurs - Fri , 8am - 4pm, I Block Alanvale Please read information under 'Entry' tab before proceeding to Apply Now	Mixed Learning	Apply now
Alanvale	28 Oct 2021 - 29 Oct 2021	Short course 2 days, Thurs - Friday, 8am - 4pm, I Block Alanvale Please read information under 'Entry' tab before proceeding to Apply Now	Mixed Learning	Apply now
Alanvale	18 Nov 2021 - 19 Nov 2021	Short course 2 days, Thurs - Fri - Friday, 8am - 4pm, I Block Alanvale Please read information under 'Entry' tab before proceeding to Apply Now	Mixed Learning	Apply now

Alanvale	9 Dec 2021 - 10 Dec 2021	Short course 2 days, Thurs - Fri, 8am - 4pm, I Block Alanvale Please read information under 'Entry' tab before proceeding to Apply Now	Mixed Learning	Apply now
South
Clarence	12 May 2021 - 13 May 2021	Short course Short course Clarence Campus F Block 2 Days Wednesday & Thursday 8am - 4.30pm Please read information under 'Entry' tab before proceeding to Apply Now	Mixed Learning	Apply now
Clarence	1 Sep 2021 - 2 Sep 2021	Short course Short course Clarence Campus F Block 2 Days Wednesday & Thursday 8am - 4.30pm Please read information under 'Entry' tab before proceeding to Apply Now	Mixed Learning	Apply now
North West
Burnie	10 May 2021 - 11 May 2021	Short course 2 days, Monday - Tuesday, 8am - 4pm, D Block Burnie Room D1-44 Please read information under 'Entry' tab before proceeding to Apply Now	Mixed Learning	Enquire now
Burnie	19 Jul 2021 - 20 Jul 2021	Short course 2 days, Monday - Tuesday, 8am - 4pm, D Block Burnie Room D1-44 Please read information under 'Entry' tab before proceeding to Apply Now	Mixed Learning	Apply now
Burnie	6 Sep 2021 - 7 Sep 2021	Short course 2 days, Monday - Tuesday, 8am - 4pm, D Block Burnie Room D1-44 Please read information under 'Entry' tab before proceeding to Apply Now	Mixed Learning	Apply now
Burnie	25 Oct 2021 - 26 Oct 2021	Short course 2 days, Monday - Tuesday, 8am - 4pm, D Block Burnie Room D1-44 Please read information under 'Entry' tab before proceeding to Apply Now	Mixed Learning	Apply now

Entry

This course has the following essential entry requirements:

Participants must be from 18 years of age and comply with the requirements outlined in the application for high-risk work (GF083) published by Workplace Standards Tasmania and have a satisfactory level of literacy and numeracy.

Fees, payments and other costs

The fee you pay at TasTAFE will depend on the course you choose and may vary depending on the level of government subsidy available, the cost of delivery, any previous study you have undertaken and/or your personal circumstances. Tuition fees for this course are available at the top of the page via the Fee Calculator.

Your tuition fees cover the basic materials needed for your course, but may not cover items such as text books, workbooks, uniform, online learning resources or personal protective clothing. Depending on your course, there may also be other expenses that you need to budget for.

Further information on fees, payments and other costs.

Recognition of prior learning and skills

It makes sense that you should be recognised for the things you already know how to do.

TasTAFE can assess your skills and knowledge based on your previous education, work history or life experience – which may help you to gain your qualification a whole lot faster!

More information on the recognition process is available on our recognition of prior learning and skills page.

Assessment methods

Assessments are designed to help you demonstrate the skills and knowledge you learn in your course and are an essential part of your training. Assessments allow us to confirm that you can perform tasks to the standard required in the workplace, and that you can meet all of the requirements of your course.

While studying at TasTAFE, you may be assessed in a number of different ways. Some common assessment methods include:

completing workplace documents
observations on the job and/or in a simulated assessment environment
quizzes/multiple choice tests
research projects
tests – written or practical
verbal questioning
work samples
written assignments or short answers.

What will I need to bring?

Make sure you are prepared for each class and bring standard items like pens, paper/notebook, USB etc.

Depending on your course, you might need access to a computer with Microsoft Software Suite and internet and a current email address. TasTAFE has computer labs at regional campuses which are open for students to access during normal business hours.

You may also need to bring specific equipment, tools or personal protective equipment.

For this course, you will need:

You must wear protective work wear (safety boots and Hi-Vis clothing) for the practical assessment. These need to be supplied by the student.

Licensing and other requirements

Successful participants are able to apply for National High-Risk Work Licence (boom type elevated work platform) as issued by Workplace Standards Tasmania under the Work Health and Safety Act 2012.

This Licence is valid for five years and will then require renewal, as outlined below:

You’ll need to renew your licence every five years. WorkSafe Tasmania will post you a renewal notice, to the address you have registered with us.

If you do not receive your renewed licence within 60 days of your application, you’ll need to call WorkSafe.

You cannot perform high risk work while your licence has expired.

Re-assessment is required if you do not renew your licence within this 12 months.

This course does not include the licence fee payable upon successful completion at Service Tasmania (approx. $69.52).

Outcome and units

On successful completion of this course you will receive a Statement of Attainment for successfully completed units.

Below is a list of all core units that TasTAFE offers in this course.

Core units
TLILIC0005	Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11 metres or more)

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