Forklift Licence

A licence to perform high risk work is now required by people working with plant and equipment considered to be high risk.

From 1 July 2008, all forklift operators working in primary production and forestry operations will also require a Licence to Perform High Risk Work.

To apply for a licence first time applicants should contact an authorised license assessor to book in for an assessment.

Applicants who already hold a certificate of competency or “ticket” should now register online to transfer to the new licence before their certificate of competency expires.

Existing certificates are scheduled to expire over a 5 year transition period, and you must transfer to the new licence before your current certificate expires.

A licence will be issued for five years and is valid in every Australian state and territory, enabling people to operate high risk equipment under consistent standards everywhere in Australia.