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Licence to Operate a Forklift Truck Course

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Locations

North
Alanvale

North West
Burnie
Devonport

South
Clarence

Attendance options

Short course

Study type

On-Site

Tuition Fees

Commercial $ 930.00

Additional fees may apply. For more information, see Fees, payments and other costs.

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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.

Gain the skills and knowledge you need to safely operate a forklift truck, and apply for your National High Risk Work Licence – LF.

This three-day short course will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to safely operate a forklift truck.

You will learn to perform pre-operation checks, plan work, and check controls on equipment. You’ll also learn about shifting and stacking the load, and gain experience in loading and unloading, as well as shutting down the equipment and securing the work site after works have been completed.

If you already have some experience in operating a forklift, but need to get licenced, we may be able to offer you an ‘assessment only’ option utilising a log book, or reduce the training you may require. Please contact us to discuss these operations.

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 – LF through WorkSafe Tasmania. The licence is valid for five years.

Note – You must be 18 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.

This three-day short course will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to safely operate a forklift truck.

Locations, dates & times

Campus	Date	Attendance/Duration	Study type	Apply/Enquire
North
Alanvale	22 Sep 2026 - 24 Sep 2026	Short course Alanvale Forklift is a three-day course. Tuesday 22, Wednesday 23 and Thursday 24 November. Alanvale Campus F-Block. Time: 8.00am-4.30pm. Must be over 18 years to apply	On-Site	Apply now
Alanvale	24 Nov 2026 - 26 Nov 2026	Short course Forklift is a three-day course. Tuesday 24th, Wednesday 25th and Thursday 26th November. Alanvale Campus F-Block. Time: 8.00am-4.30pm. Must be over 18 years to apply	On-Site	Apply now
South
Clarence	4 Aug 2026 - 6 Aug 2026	Short course Forklift is three-day course. Tuesday 4th, Wednesday 5th and Thursday 6th August. Clarence Campus F-Block. Time: 8.00am-4.00pm.	On-Site	Apply now
Clarence	8 Sep 2026 - 10 Sep 2026	Short course Forklift is a three-day course. Tuesday 8th, Wednesday 9th and Thursday 10th September. Clarence Campus F-Block. Time: 8.00am-4.00pm.	On-Site	Apply now
Clarence	27 Oct 2026 - 29 Oct 2026	Short course Forklift is a three-day course. Tuesday 27th, Wednesday 28th and Thursday 29th October. Clarence Campus F-Block. Time: 8.00am-4.00pm.	On-Site	Apply now
Clarence	1 Dec 2026 - 3 Dec 2026	Short course Forklift is a three-day course. Tuesday 1st, Wednesday 2nd and Thursday 3rd December. Clarence Campus F-Block. Time: 8.00am-4.00pm.	On-Site	Apply now
North West
Burnie	28 Jul 2026 - 30 Jul 2026	Short course Must be 18 years of age to apply. 8.30am start at the Agriculture Centre of Excellence, Mooreville Road, Burnie.	On-Site	Apply now
Devonport	1 Sep 2026 - 3 Sep 2026	Short course Forklift is a three-day course. Tuesday 1st September, Wednesday 2nd September and Thursday 3rd September Devonport Campus. Time: 8.00am-4.30pm. Must be over 18 years to apply	On-Site	Apply now
Burnie	8 Sep 2026 - 10 Sep 2026	Short course Must be 18 years of age to apply. 8.30am start at the Agriculture Centre of Excellence, Mooreville Road, Burnie.	On-Site	Apply now
Burnie	29 Sep 2026 - 1 Oct 2026	Short course Must be 18 years of age to apply. 8.30am start at Smithton.	On-Site	Apply now
Devonport	27 Oct 2026 - 29 Oct 2026	Short course Forklift is a three-day course. Tuesday 27th October, Wednesday 28th October and Thursday 29th October Devonport Campus. Time: 8.00am-4.30pm. Must be over 18 years to apply	On-Site	Apply now

Entry

Participants must be of 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

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.

For courses undertaken in 12 months or less, you will be invoiced the full course fee (including any other essential fees associated with your course).

*For courses studied over multiple years, your course and other fees will be split over the years of study, with the concession fee being charged on a yearly basis. At the time of enrolment you will be invoiced for the first year’s fees. An invoice will be raised in each subsequent year around the same time as your ‘enrolment anniversary’.

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 you will need

There are different requirements depending on the course you are enrolled in.

Although not required, it is recommended that you have access to a computer with a reliable internet connection. Upon enrolment TasTAFE supply students a Microsoft Office license for the purpose of completing your study; including MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Defender (Internet Security). TasTAFE has computers available for student use during normal business hours, at all major campuses.

For classes, please be prepared with standard items such as pens, notebook or paper, USB.

You may also need to bring specific equipment, tools or personal protective equipment, your teacher will let you know.

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 a National High Risk Work Licence (Forklift truck) as issued by Workplace Standards Tasmania under the Work Health & 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. cost $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
TLILIC0003	Licence to operate a forklift truck

Funding may be available for eligible building and construction industry businesses. Visit Keystone Tasmania for course information and eligibility criteria.

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Funding may be available for eligible building and construction industry businesses. Visit Keystone Tasmania for course information and eligibility criteria.

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