Unit Descriptor:

This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to operate a forklift truck safely in accordance with all relevant legislative requirements. Competence in this unit, does not in itself result in a HRWL licence to operate this plant.

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Forklift truck means a powered industrial truck equipped with lifting media made up of a mast and an elevating load carriage to which is attached a pair of fork arms or other attachments that can be raised 900 mm or more above the ground, but does not include a pedestrian-operated truck or a pallet truck.

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A person performing this work is required to hold a forklift truck High Risk Work Licence (HRWL).

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This unit requires a person operating a forklift truck to:

• plan for the work/task

• prepare for the work/task

• perform work/task

• pack up

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Licensing/Regulatory Information:

Legislative and regulatory requirements are applicable to this unit of competency.

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This unit is based on the licensing requirements of Part 4.5 of the Model Work Health and Safety (WHS) Regulations and meets Commonwealth, State and Territory HRWL requirements.

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The National Assessment Instrument (NAI) is the mandated assessment for the HRWL to operate the relevant licencing class as detailed in this unit.

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https://training.gov.au/Training/Details/TLILIC0003

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