Unit Code + Name
RIIHAN301E – Operate elevating work platform
Licence Class
EWP Competency (under 11m, not HRWL)
Course Duration
1 day
Career Pathways
Construction, civil infrastructure, electrical, painting, signage, maintenance and more
Get your scissor lift ticket in QLD. 1-day course at Stapylton. CSQ funded for eligible workers. Weekly intakes, day & night.
RIIHAN301E – Operate elevating work platform
EWP Competency (under 11m, not HRWL)
1 day
Construction, civil infrastructure, electrical, painting, signage, maintenance and more
Learn to operate elevating work platforms safely and confidently — no high-risk licence required.
RIIHAN301E – Operate elevating work platform is a nationally recognised unit that covers the skills and knowledge needed to plan and conduct EWP operations under 11 metres in height. This includes scissor lifts, vertical lifts and smaller boom-type EWPs that don’t require a high-risk work licence.
Training is delivered by experienced industry trainers at OTJT’s purpose-built Stapylton yard using real EWP equipment in realistic worksite conditions. The course is ideal for workers in construction, maintenance, logistics and facility management who use mobile or trailer-mounted lifts as part of their day-to-day work.
How to plan and prepare for EWP operations, assess site and weather conditions, and identify hazards.
How to inspect and maintain EWPs and associated safety gear before, during and after use.
How to operate the platform safely to raise, position and lower personnel and materials within rated capacity.
How to apply risk-control measures, including exclusion zones, traffic management and fall-prevention systems.
How to communicate effectively with ground personnel using signals and radios.
How to respond to faults or emergencies and follow safe shutdown procedures.
Conducting safe pre-start, operational and shutdown checks.
Smooth and stable control of the platform while performing work tasks.
Understanding of WHS responsibilities, hazard control and emergency procedures.
Consistent compliance with workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions.
Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Statement of Attainment for RIIHAN301E – Operate elevating work platform.
This nationally recognised qualification allows you to operate EWPs under 11 metres in any state or territory — perfect for workers who don’t require a High Risk Work Licence (WP class).
^Blended learning at OTJT means you can knock over your theory online before you arrive, so your time on site is all about getting hands-on and building the skills you need.
Statement of Attainment: Upon achieving competence in this accredited unit of competency, you will be issued a physical and digital copy of a Statement of Attainment for your official records, plus a wallet-sized card for use on site.
Please note that USI transcripts are only updated once a year, so keep it somewhere safe. Don’t worry, though, if you do lose it, get in touch and we can issue a new one.
Note: This is not a HRWL. For boom-type EWPs 11m+, you’ll need the WP licence by completing the TLILIC0005 – Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11m or more)
A RIIHAN301E – Operate elevating work platform ticket is one of the most versatile tickets you can hold. It covers scissor lifts, vertical lifts, and other EWPs with a boom length under 11 metres. On most worksites, these machines are everywhere – and without the ticket, you won’t be allowed to touch them.
Holding this EWP ticket gives you the flexibility to work across a wide range of industries: construction, civil infrastructure, electrical, painting, glazing, signage, warehousing, maintenance, events, and more. Wherever there’s work at height, there’s a need for safe, skilled EWP operators.
It’s also what employers and site supervisors expect. Turning up with your EWP ticket shows you’re job-ready, compliant with WHS laws, and serious about safety.
Many trades use EWPs every day, from electricians running cables to painters finishing high facades. Having your licence means having the opportunity to complete work at height with the safety and flexibility of a versatile machine, helping you get the job done quicker and safer. It’s also often a must-have ticket if you’re looking to move into dogging, rigging, or crane work, as access at height is often part of the job.
Want to broaden your skills even further? Stack this EWP ticket with TLILIC0005 – Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11m+), which includes a licensing assessment to gain a WP high-risk work licence, which essentially allows you to work at some serious height. Check out our EWP Training Package page to bundle these units together, completed over 2 days or 3 nights.
And consider adding Work Safely at Heights to meet wider site expectations outside the EWP basket. Together, these tickets cover almost every access scenario you’re likely to face on the job.
Bottom line: if you want more site options and flexibility, obtaining EWP tickets is a no-brainer for anyone considering work that includes the need to access work areas at height.
Morning – Induction & Theory: Hazard ID, PPE, pre-starts, emergency systems.
Afternoon – Practical Training & Assessment: Hands-on operation of a scissor lift, safe manoeuvring, raising/lowering, and emergency lowering.
Note: Course runs in 1 day. Timing may vary with group size and learner needs.
As part of the new Standards for RTOs 2025, all new students must complete a quick LLND (Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital) Skills Check before we can confirm enrolment.
It’s not a test, and there’s no pass or fail. It simply helps us understand how best to support the learner before training begins. It only takes around 10 minutes to complete and can be done on any device, including a mobile phone.
The table below summarises the level of the Australian Core Skills Framework (ASCF)* (and DigComp) required for this course.
Learning | Reading | Writing | Oral Communication | Numeracy | Digital Literacy |
ACSF 2 | ACSF 2 | ACSF 2 | ACSF 2 | ACSF 3 | DigComp A2 |
Check out our FAQ’s on this page below for some more info about our learning resources designed to set up all students for success, regardless of their capabilities, or find our Student Support Policy here.
For more information about the ACSF visit the DEWR website: https://www.dewr.gov.au/skills-information-training-providers/australian-core-skills-framework
CSQ
Bert Training Fund
Should the participant not achieve competence in any of the NAIs, then they will be entitled to no more than one reassessment with no charge. At the RTO’s discretion, any additional reassessments will incur further fees of $250 each, including charges for retraining of $500 if required.
Please use this course structure as a guide. Many factors can influence course timings, such as the size of the group, weather conditions or a student’s time to achieve competence in the unit.
| Item | Full Price | CSQ Co-contribution | CSQ Admin Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scissor Lift Ticket (EWP <11m) | $500 | $0 (most eligible workers) | $50 |
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for eligible QLD construction workers.
plus live-machine practice—real skills, real fun.
means personalised coaching.
and night classes every 6 weeks—fits your schedule.
including industry-standard boom-type EWP and scissor lift.
midway Brisbane ↔ Gold Coast—easy access.
access to online course materials as soon as you enrol.
leaving your days free to get on with the job.
split your training across days or nights, even multiple weeks.
face-to-face and e-learning elements available.
of students would recommend our training to others.
Source: OTJ Training ASQA Learner Survey 2024
of students said that the training prepared them well for work.
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No. You won’t need a HRWL to operate scissor or other vertical type lifts.
However, you’ll need a WP Licence to operate any elevating work platform with a boom length that can extend to 11m or more.
If you do intend to operate EWP’s with this kind of reach then you’ll need to complete the WP licenced course as well.
Most students stack these courses alongside this WP licence course and complete them together in 2 days – check out our EWP Training Package page for more information.
If you’re working or planning to get into high-risk work, then it often requires the use of EWP’s and therefore an expectation of employers, safety officers and site managers, particularly those EWP’s with extended reach.
EWP’s have all sorts of applications in many different industries such as civil infrastructure, electrical, painting, signage, warehousing, maintenance, events, broadcasting, entertainment, telecommunications and more.
That depends – officially, you don’t need a Work Safely at Heights qualification such as a RIIWHS204E while operating an EWP, as safe use of harnesses, fall arrest systems and height safety while operating an EWP within the confines of the basket is covered in the training.
However, other applications while working at height are not covered, nor would the training sufficiently include a scenario whereby an individual disembarks from the EWP basket at height.
They would require further training at height and should only access site areas via a personnel and materials hoist or scaffolding on a construction site.
The point is, any work being conducted at height outside an EWP should have the appropriate dedicated training as per site procedures.
1 day, including assessment.
Yes – over 1 night including assessment. Evening intakes are available every 4 weeks.
Yes indeed! Eligible workers pay no out-of-pocket fees, instead of $500.
Eligibility criteria apply, subject to CSQ funding availability. $50 application fee is payable.
Yes – you can bundle with TLILIC0005 – Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11m or more). You can complete this course alongside the scissor lift course at an extra cost of $250. See our EWP Training Package page for more information.
Steel cap boots, PPE, 100 pts of ID, and your USI.
*SEEK data, Nov 2025
^Blended learning at OTJT means you can knock over your theory online before you arrive, so your time on site is all about getting hands-on and building the skills you need.
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