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Operating a forklift in the ACT requires workers to hold a valid LF class High Risk Work Licence issued by Access Canberra. The pathway to obtaining this licence begins with successful completion of the nationally recognised TLILIC0003 Licence to Operate a Forklift Truck course, including assessment conducted by a licensed High Risk Work Assessor using the National Assessment Instrument (NAI). AlertForce delivers forklift training Canberra workers rely on to gain the skills, knowledge and practical competency required to safely operate a forklift and apply for an LF High Risk Work Licence.
Forklift operators are essential across Canberra’s warehousing, logistics, construction, government infrastructure, manufacturing and supply chain sectors. Delivered by an experienced Registered Training Organisation (RTO), this forklift course Canberra workers trust provides a recognised pathway to obtaining a forklift licence ACT employers and contractors require. Workers looking for additional information about licensing pathways can also read our guide on how to get a forklift operator certification in Canberra.
Workers entering construction sites will also require a Canberra White Card course, while those involved in elevated work activities will benefit from completing Working at Heights training in Canberra. Forklift operators working on construction and infrastructure projects are also required to complete Asbestos Awareness Training in Canberra and 10830NAT Silica Awareness Training in Canberra as part of broader workplace compliance obligations.
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The TLILIC0003 Licence to Operate a Forklift Truck course provides nationally recognised training for workers required to safely operate forklift trucks in accordance with workplace procedures and legislative requirements. Participants learn how to conduct pre-operational inspections, identify workplace hazards, move and stack loads safely, operate forklifts in a range of workplace conditions and prepare for High Risk Work Licence assessment using the National Assessment Instrument (NAI).
May vary based on experience and assessment outcomes
Practical training and assessment in Canberra
Nationally Recognised
Statement of Attainment
Anyone operating a forklift in the ACT
Forklift operation on worksites
Distribution centres, stores, and yards
Initial licence or re-assessment
The ACT Training Fund may provide eligible workers and employers with access to subsidised forklift training in Canberra. As one of the few providers actively promoting ACT-funded high-risk work training pathways, AlertForce helps individuals and businesses understand available funding opportunities before enrolment.
Eligibility requirements can vary depending on the funding program, employer participation and worker circumstances. Contact AlertForce to discuss current ACT Training Fund availability and determine whether you or your workforce may qualify for reduced training costs.
For eligible participants, funding support can provide a more affordable pathway to completing the nationally recognised TLILIC0003 course and progressing towards an LF class High Risk Work Licence.
Under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (ACT) and Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 (ACT), workers operating a forklift truck must hold the appropriate LF class High Risk Work Licence where required by legislation.
Successful completion of the TLILIC0003 course results in a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment and completion of the required licence assessment process. Assessment must be conducted by a licensed High Risk Work Assessor using the National Assessment Instrument (NAI).
After successfully completing the training and assessment, participants receive the documentation required to apply for their LF High Risk Work Licence through Access Canberra. The regulator reviews the application, supporting documentation and applicable fees before issuing the High Risk Work Licence card.
Workers operating forklifts on construction, maintenance and demolition sites should also remain aware of broader workplace compliance obligations. AlertForce provides guidance on when asbestos was commonly used in Australian homes and buildings, explains new asbestos laws affecting Australian workplaces and outlines how often asbestos awareness training should be updated in the ACT and NSW.
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There are no formal prerequisites for this course.
Participants must:
Be at least 18 years of age
Provide 100 points of identification
Be able to understand and communicate in basic English
LLN support is available upon request.
Upon successful completion, participants receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for TLILIC0003 Licence to Operate a Forklift Truck.
Participants who successfully complete the required High Risk Work Licence assessment can then apply to Access Canberra for their LF class High Risk Work Licence. The licence is issued by the regulator following application and approval and is separate from the Statement of Attainment issued by the RTO.
For further information about course delivery, assessment requirements and licensing pathways, participants can also view AlertForce’s national Forklift Training course information.
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Yes. Anyone operating a forklift in the ACT must hold a valid LF High Risk Work Licence, which requires completing nationally recognised training and assessment.
Most forklift courses run for 2 days, though duration may vary depending on prior experience and assessment requirements.
Your Statement of Attainment is issued once you are deemed competent and all documentation is finalised. Licence cards are issued separately by the ACT regulator.
No. The course is suitable for beginners and experienced operators, with training and assessment adjusted as required.
If you’re not deemed competent on your first attempt, you’ll have the opportunity to receive feedback and undertake reassessment where appropriate.
Yes. Group and corporate bookings are available, including options for scheduled sessions for larger teams.
Eligible workers and employers may access ACT Training Fund subsidies for approved forklift training.
Eligibility depends on employment status and levy payments. Applications are typically made after course
An LF High Risk Work Licence is generally valid for 5 years. You must renew it with the regulator before expiry to continue operating a forklift.
After successfully completing the TLILIC0003 training and assessment, including assessment by a licensed High Risk Work Assessor using the National Assessment Instrument (NAI), you will receive the documentation required to support your licence application. You can then submit your application to Access Canberra, provide any required supporting documentation and pay the applicable licensing fee. Once the application has been approved, Access Canberra will issue your LF class High Risk Work Licence.
