TasTAFE
Licence to Operate a Forklift Truck Course
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)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.
Delivery mode
TasTAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 4A Bounty Street, Warrane, TAS
- 54A Alanvale Road, Newnham, TAS
- 41-43 Mooreville Road, Burnie, TAS
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Licence to Operate a Forklift Truck Course will prepare you for the following roles.
Forklift Driver
A Forklift Driver operates forklift equipment in a range of settings. You might work at a warehouse facility, transport depot or production factory...
Warehouse Operator
A Warehouse Operator arranges the storage of goods in a warehouse or storage facility. You’ll monitor stock levels and keep track of where items ar...
Freight Handler
A Freight Handler moves stock in a range of roles in the transport and logistics industries. You might load and unload stock at a warehouse, get st...
Storeperson
A Storeperson receives and prepares orders in a warehouse or storage facility. You might collect goods according to order instructions and package...
About TasTAFE
TasTAFE is a not-for-profit government business that operates under the TasTAFE (Skills and Training Business) Act 2021.
It is the largest public provider of vocational education and training in Tasmania and is governed by a Board consisting of up to seven members appointed by the Minister for Skills, Training and Workforce Growth.
