The licence most employers require is the LF class high risk work licence.
The LF licence covers common forklift types used in Australian workplaces, including:
Jimmi Nolan If you’re only ever operating a scissor lift in a warehouse, your training needs are pretty straightforward.
But if you’re heading onto construction sites, shutdowns, or working across different jobs, the access equipment can change week to week, and so do the requirements.
That’s where people get caught out.
This guide answers a common question we hear all the time:
👉 What should I combine with EWP training so I’m actually ready for site, not rebooking later or chasing extra tickets?
If you’re looking for a simpler way to cover the most common requirements upfront, a combined EWP training option can help avoid piecing courses together later.
If you’re unsure about the 11m rule or which licence applies, it’s worth starting with our guide on EWP licence requirements in QLD before mapping your pathway.
Before you book anything, check three things:
This avoids the classic scenario where you turn up with “an EWP ticket” and find out the project requires a different one, or a safety-related ticket in addition, such as working at heights.
If your work is mainly:
…you’ll often only need or start with under 11m EWP training, because that’s the kit you see most frequently.
OTJT’s under-11 m EWP option is designed for safe operation and can be stacked later if you move into bigger boom-type work.
Good add-ons in this pathway:
If your role or the job involves boom-type EWPs at serious height, you’re usually looking at the WP High Risk Work Licence pathway.
WorkSafe QLD states that a WP High Risk Work Licence is required to operate a boom-type elevating work platform with a boom length of 11 metres or more, and that boom-type platforms under 11 metres are not included in this licensing requirement.
OTJ Training’s WP licence course aligns with the TLILIC0005 accredited unit and focuses on planning, operating, and shutting down boom lifts in line with procedures, manufacturer guidance and safe work methods.
Good add-ons in this pathway:
OTJT’s EWP Training Package is designed for operators and teams who need to work across different site setups, from scissor lifts through to boom lifts over 11 metres. Training is delivered in practical environments with real equipment, so operators aren’t learning in theory alone.
This pathway suits you if:
Instead of trying to predict every scenario, you cover the common requirements upfront, so your team can step onto site ready and avoid delays or compliance issues.
The result:
The unit RIIWHS204E – Work safely at heights is one of the most common add-ons to EWP training.
That’s because many sites treat it as part of general “working at height” readiness, even when you’re operating from a platform.
It supports:
For some roles, particularly in maintenance, shutdown work, and infrastructure projects, EWP use can overlap with confined space tasks.
Examples include:
In these environments, confined space and gas testing training can sit alongside EWP training as part of a broader skill set.
It’s not required for every operator, but it’s worth considering if the work involves enclosed or restricted spaces.
EWP training isn’t just about getting a ticket, it’s about making sure you or your crew can walk onto site with the right combination of skills for the job.
If you want the simplest pathway without multiple bookings or gaps in training, the EWP Training Package is designed to cover the most common site requirements in one go. Training is delivered in practical environments with real equipment, so operators aren’t learning in theory alone.
If you’re not sure which pathway fits your job or crew, we’ll help you map it out before you book. Reach out via the form below or call us on 07 38076061 and we’ll be happy to help.
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