Become job ready to use a forklift and you can be employed in virtually every industry. In particular, forklift drivers play an integral role in moving loads for shipping, construction, warehouse and distribution and logistics sectors.
This course provides real, hands-on experience to allow you to become an efficient and safe forklift driver – learn from highly skilled operators and be guided through the process of functioning this useful machine.
The two-day length of this course at South Metropolitan Tafe allows adequate time to grasp the theory and get the practice to feel ready when it comes to testing time, and a second opportunity to pass is offered for free if needed.
Note that on successful completion of the course you will be issued with a nationally recognised statement of attainment to operate a forklift truck. You’ll then need to complete a form to apply for a License to Perform High Risk Work - $100 is required and payable to Australia Post for the issue of this license.
- Operate a forklift safely and effectively
- Check and assess operational capabilities of equipment
- Monitor site conditions
- Monitor and maintain forklift performance
- Forklift truck regulations and standards
- Able to operate heavy machinery with good spatial awareness
- Can work and communicate effectively in a team
- Attention to detail
- Committed to work health and safety
To qualify for a License to Perform High Risk Work, you must be over 18 years of age.
Attendance in class
This course is conducted over 2 days on campus.
Uniforms and workwear requirements:
- Steel capped/closed in shoes, long sleeved shirt and long trousers
What you need for your first day of class
On your first day you should bring your SM TAFE confirmation enrolment receipt, your student ID, stationery (a pen and notepad and equipment from orientation booklet lists)
Free parking. Security is present on the premises for evening classes.
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Semester 1, 2023
Fremantle - On Campus - 22 Feb, 22 Mar, 1 May or 5 Jun
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| When | Semester 1, 2023 | ||||||||||||
| Where | Fremantle | ||||||||||||
| How | On Campus | ||||||||||||
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Indicative fees and charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers.
Semester 2, 2023
Fremantle - On Campus - Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov or Dec
| Duration | 2 Days | ||||||||||||
| When | Semester 2, 2023 | ||||||||||||
| Where | Fremantle | ||||||||||||
| How | On Campus | ||||||||||||
| Course fee |
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Indicative fees and charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers.