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Elevated Work Platform Skill Set

Elevated Work Platform Skill Set

State ID IAA27

Gain the skills and knowledge required to safely operate a boom-type Elevating Work Platform (EWP), where the length of the boom is 11 metres or more.

The EWP Skill Set is a three day course where you will learn how to operate an EWP safely and efficiently in accordance with all relevant legislative requirements.

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This course is low fee* for residents of Western Australia and temporary residents holding certain visa types. An annual fee cap of $400 for those aged 15-24 or concession holders or $1,200 for everyone else, applies to this course. Some eligibility conditions apply for the low fee training and other fees may apply for some courses. Please refer to the FAQs for more information. 

*Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the low fee training. 

^ You will pay half price for the course fees on the Lower fees, local skills courses, however other fees may apply such as for resources that are specifically needed for your training.

This is a targeted skill set related to the Skills Ready program, which is aimed at rebuilding our local businesses and communities with free and reduced-price training. Other skill sets can be found on our Skill sets and short courses (opens in a new tab) page.

Overview

Campus Karratha

When Semester 1, 2025 | Semester 2, 2025

Study Mode On Campus

Undertaking theory and practical activities, participants will be guided through the operation of an EWP, ensuring:

  • hazards and risk elimination/control strategies
  • conduct routine checks
  • set up an elevating work platform
  • operate an elevating work platform in a safe manner
  • safely shut down and secure the elevating work platform.

The three-day course may also be shortened with prior industry knowledge or machine experience.

Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Statement of Attainment. NR TAFE will submit an Application for High Risk Work Licence (Class WP) on your behalf, providing all requirements are met. For details, please see https://www.commerce.wa.gov.au/worksafe/apply-or-renew-high-risk-work-licence(opens in a new tab)

The three-day course may also be shortened with prior industry knowledge or machine experience. 

Unit:
TLILIC0005 Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11 metres or more)

You will need to provide the following PPE for the practical assessments:

  • Hi-Vis Long sleeve shirt
  • Long Pants
  • Steel Cap Boots

Important information

Select your preferred campus and apply

Semester 1, 2025

Details

Duration 3 Days
When 19 - 21 March, 2025
Where Karratha
How On Campus

Course fees

Indicative General fee $162.30
(Tuition fee* $48.60 + Resource fee $113.70 )
Indicative Concession fee $128.10
(Tuition fee* $14.40 + Resource fee $113.70 )

Our estimated fees are based on:

  • Full time study in 2025.
  • All units required to gain this qualification. 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.
  • For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit the DTWD website.

These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you have already completed or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.

Units

National ID Unit title
TLILIC0005 Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11 metres or more)

Semester 2, 2025

Details

Duration 3 Days
When 6 - 8 August, 2025
Where Karratha
How On Campus

Course fees

Indicative General fee $162.30
(Tuition fee* $48.60 + Resource fee $113.70 )
Indicative Concession fee $128.10
(Tuition fee* $14.40 + Resource fee $113.70 )

Our estimated fees are based on:

  • Full time study in 2025.
  • All units required to gain this qualification. 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.
  • For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit the DTWD website.

These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you have already completed or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.

Units

National ID Unit title
TLILIC0005 Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11 metres or more)

Details

Duration 3 Days
When 9 - 11 December, 2025
Where Karratha
How On Campus

Course fees

Indicative General fee $162.30
(Tuition fee* $48.60 + Resource fee $113.70 )
Indicative Concession fee $128.10
(Tuition fee* $14.40 + Resource fee $113.70 )

Our estimated fees are based on:

  • Full time study in 2025.
  • All units required to gain this qualification. 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.
  • For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit the DTWD website.

These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you have already completed or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.

Units

National ID Unit title
TLILIC0005 Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11 metres or more)

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