Introduction

The Work Health and Safety (WHS) Act and Regulations require training. Employers have a legal duty to ensure a safe work environment, and operators must receive the necessary instruction, training, and supervision.

  • Employers must provide a safe workplace without risk.
  • The EWPA Yellow Card serves as proof of training for EWP operators.
  • Students must demonstrate competence in both theoretical knowledge and practical skills.

The Trained Operator Card confirms completion in one or more EWP training modules. We offer five different EWP modules, plus a Transporting (Load Restraint) module. All modules are available on-site, while the Vertical Lift (VL)module is also offered at Forktime.

About This Course

Elevating Work Platform Association (EWPA) promotes the safety and development of the EWP industry. Members benefit from industry advice, master agreements, and access to the EWPA Operator License Training Scheme.

Outcome: Upon successful completion, training records will be submitted to the EWPA, which will issue an EWP Operator License (Yellow Card). This license, which is now available as a digital card for your phone wallet, includes your photograph and serves as proof of your training.

Course Overview

The Yellow Card Training Program is designed for individuals seeking to develop the skills and knowledge required to operate Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs), also known as EWPs. This course covers the safe operation of various types of MEWPs, including boom lifts with a boom length under 11 meters. Participants can complete one or multiple modules based on the type of EWP they will be operating.

Course Modules:

  • Vertical Lift (VL)
  • Scissor Lift (SL)
  • Self-Propelled Boom Lift (BL)
  • Trailer Lift (TL)
  • Truck-Mounted Lift (TM)

Course Outline: The Yellow Card training provides both theoretical and hands-on training. Delivered by EWPA-accredited trainers, the course focuses on key safety and operational skills for MEWP operators.

Course Content:

  • Hazard identification, risk assessment, and control measures.
  • Fall arrest harness inspection, fitting, and use.
  • Understanding safe operating parameters via data plates and manuals.
  • Pre- and post-operational checks.
  • Safe EWP operation.
  • Emergency procedures.
  • Theory assessment and practical demonstration.

Accredited Trainers: EWPA-accredited trainers are certified professionals who adhere to the EWPA Code of Practice. They are required to hold a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, along with extensive industry experience.

Course Prerequisites: There are no formal prerequisites for this course. However, operators must be able to understand the risks involved in operating MEWPs, including:

  • Emergency lowering systems.
  • Wind speed ratings.
  • Operator manuals and logbook checklists.

Participants should be at least 18 years old, though those under 18 may face operating restrictions.

Equal Opportunity Training: We are committed to providing a learning environment free of racial discrimination or harassment. Our training programs encourage participation from all ethnic and religious backgrounds, treating each student with respect and dignity.

For further information, visit the EWPA website or contact us via phone at 02 4577 9577. You can also reach out using our contact form for any inquiries.

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Addtional Information

Is This Course Right for You?

Consider whether you’ve experienced any of the following in your workplace:

  • Damaged roller doors
  • Height-related incidents
  • Stock losses
  • Near misses
  • Unsafe forklift use
  • Bent fork arms or damaged racking
  • Machinery collisions
  • Speeding
Course Inclusions
  • Verbal assessments at no extra cost
  • Additional practical sessions, if needed
  • Training offered at your workplace or ours
  • Variety of forklift models, including:
    • Nissan Gas, Toyota Electric, Toyota High Reach (at our facility)
    • Double Reach, High Reach, Counterbalanced Gas or Electric (at your workplace)
  • Small group sizes for personalized learning
Skills Covered
  • Identifying and mitigating forklift hazards
  • Pre-start checks, operating and moving loads, and securing the forklift
  • Driving forward and reverse while maintaining visibility
  • Understanding forklift stability and planning tasks
  • Adhering to workplace safety responsibilities
Knowledge Evidence

Students must demonstrate competence by mastering:

  • Proper lifting techniques to minimize wear and tear on equipment
  • Efficient driving and engine power management strategies
  • Forklift controls, instruments, and handling procedures
  • High-risk work licence requirements and operating hazards
  • Pre-operational and shutdown checks, and emergency procedures
  • WHS environmental procedures
  • Workplace duty of care and relevant regulations

All individuals in a workplace have a responsibility to ensure safety. The PCBU (Person Conducting a Business or Undertaking) must minimize risks, including those posed by vehicles or machinery. Warning devices should be used when operating mobile equipment to protect those nearby.

Once Ready For Assessment

An assessor is organised for both theory & practical assessment for a LF Forklift Licence, Safework NSW is to be given 48 hours-notice prior of any assessment for audit purposes.

Course Delivery

The course is presented using an animated PowerPoint displayed via an LCD TV or projector, complemented by a student workbook, handouts, course videos, and demonstrations. Practical exercises and written tasks are conducted as part of the assessment.

ForkTime are happy to conduct courses and assessment at our Mulgrave training centre. Alternatively you can arrange for training on site. Please contact us to discuss your needs via our Contact Form.

For general information please use our Contact form and we will be happy to reply to your questions or comments. Alternatively you can phone us on 02 4577 9577 to discuss any questions you may have.

Note:  All High Risk Work (HRW) assessments must be completed in English written or verbal and comply with the conditions set out by Safework NSW

Note: the price includes up to 5 days of training with one assessment.

Note:  All students will require a Unique Student Identifier Number USI

From 1 January 2015 if you are undertaking nationally recognised training delivered by a registered training organisation you will need to have a Unique Student Identifier (USI). This includes studying at TAFE or with a private training organisation, completing an apprenticeship or skill set, certificate or diploma course.

A USI gives you access to your online USI account which is made up of ten numbers and letters. It will look something like this: 3AW88YH9U5.

A USI account will contain all your nationally recognised training records and results from 1 January 2015 onwards. Your results from 2015 will be available in your USI account in 2016.

When applying for a job or enrolling in further study, you will often need to provide your training records and results. One of the main benefits of the USI is that you will have easy access to your training records and results throughout your life.

You can access your USI account online from a computer, tablet or smart phone anywhere and anytime. To apply http://www.usi.gov.au

**** Training is fully portable your site or Mine, anywhere within NSW training & assessment can be conducted.

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Unit 5 / 21 Groves Ave MULGRAVE NSW 2756

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