Boom-type elevating work platform (EWP)
TLILIC0005 – Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11 metres or more)
Entry Requirements:
- Participants must provide 100 points of identification and be 18 years of age or over.
- Maths is a major part of the theory component and a sound understanding is essential to be able to complete this training. You must have the ability to use and understand Basic English.
- Trousers‚ shirt and safety boots are required to be worn at each session.
Our two-day training course is for people who have minimal or no EWP operating experience.
It’s an intensive‚ hands-on training course, with the majority of the time spent operating the equipment.
A strong theoretical and calculations component is also included that focuses on safe operating procedures.
It’s an intensive‚ hands-on training course, with the majority of the time spent operating the equipment.
A strong theoretical and calculations component is also included that focuses on safe operating procedures.
On successful completion of the program you will receive a Statement of Attainment for:
- TLILIC0005 – Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11 metres or more)
You will gain an understanding of:
- Pre-operational inspection
- Familiarisation of the EWP
- Handling characteristics
- Manoeuvring of the EWP
- Shutdown and secure EWP
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENTS
Elements describe the essential outcomes.
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate
achievement of the element.
achievement of the element.
1. Plan work/task
1.1 Task requirements are identified from work orders or equivalent and confirmed with relevant people and site inspection is conducted in accordance with workplace procedures
1.2 Work area ground/operating surface is assessed to determine suitability for operational use of EWP in accordance with manufacturer requirements and workplace procedures
1.3 EWP capabilities are established for the load/s and work/task requirements in accordance with manufacturer requirements and workplace procedures
1.4 Appropriate paths for operating the EWP and moving in work area are assessed and determined in accordance with workplace procedures
1.5 Relevant hazard and risk control measures are applied and advised to relevant person/s in accordance with workplace procedures
1.6 Traffic management plan implementation is confirmed in accordance with workplace procedures
1.7 Appropriate communication procedures are identified with relevant people in accordance with workplace procedures
1.8 All work is confirmed to ensure coverage of work/task requirements for the relevant work area in accordance with workplace procedures
2. Prepare for
work/task
work/task
2.1 Consultation with workplace person/s is maintained to ensure workplan is clear and consistent with site requirements in accordance with workplace procedures
2.2 Risk control measures for hazards identified are checked for implementation in accordance with workplace procedures
2.3 Safety equipment including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) are inspected, fitted correctly and used in accordance with manufacturer requirements and safe work procedures
2.4 EWP is accessed in a safe manner in accordance with manufacturer requirements and safe work procedures
2.5 Pre-start EWP checks are carried out in accordance with manufacturers requirements and safe work procedures
2.6 EWP is started and is checked for any abnormal noises in accordance safe work procedures
2.7 EWP is positioned correctly as per work plan in work area in accordance with relevant manufacturer requirements and safe work procedures
2.8 EWP is stabilised appropriately in accordance with the workplan, relevant manufacturer requirements and safe work procedures
2.9 Operational checks from base controls are carried out in accordance with relevant manufacturer requirements and safe work procedures
2.10 All platform controls are located, identified and tested in accordance with manufacturer requirements and safe work procedures
2.11 All damage and defects are reported and appropriate action is taken to rectify in accordance with manufacturer requirements and safe work procedures
2.12 EWP logbook is inspected and is correct for the EWP, is completed and signed in accordance with manufacturer requirements and safe work procedures
2.13 Weather and work environmental conditions are assessed to determine any impact on EWP operation and positioning as per workplan in accordance with manufacturer requirements and safe work procedures
3. Perform work/task
3.1 Relevant hazard prevention/control measures identified are checked for implementation in accordance with safe work procedures
3.2 EWP is safely located at point of work in work area in accordance with safe work procedures
3.3 EWP platform is positioned for work tasks and stability and all operations are monitored constantly in accordance with safe work procedures
3.4 Work gear and tools are stowed and secured in accordance with safe work procedures
3.5 EWP is operated using all movements in accordance with safe work procedures and manufacturer requirements
3.6 Unplanned and unsafe situations are responded to in accordance with safe work procedures
3.7 All communication signals are correctly interpreted and followed whilst EWP is operated in accordance with safe work procedures
3.8 EWP platform is accessed and egressed in accordance with safe work procedures and manufacturer requirements
3.9 EWP is parked, switched off and isolated appropriately in accordance with manufacturer requirements and safe work procedures
4. Pack Up
4.1 Post-operational EWP checks are carried out in accordance with manufacturer requirements and safe work procedures
4.2 EWP boom is retracted, lowered, stowed and secured in accordance with manufacturer requirements and safe work procedures
4.3 Safety equipment and PPE is disconnected from platform in accordance with safe work procedures
4.4 Relevant motion locks and brakes are applied as required in accordance with manufacturer requirements and safe work procedures
4.5 Outriggers and/or stabilisers, plates or packing if fitted are stowed and secured in accordance and with manufacturer requirements and safe work procedures
4.6 EWP is shut down in accordance with manufacturer requirements and safe work procedures
Training
The Training will be delivered by an experienced and qualified trainer, face to face.
The training follows a specifically prepared course session plan.
The Training will be delivered by an experienced and qualified trainer, face to face.
The training follows a specifically prepared course session plan.
Assessment
Assessments will be conducted using a theory and practical assessment tool. The assessor will inform you of each of the assessments prior to them being conducted.

Investment: $600
Duration: 2 days
Training will be on your site and with your equipment.
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Upcoming Workshops
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Name | Date | Location | Available Spaces | ||
Boom-type elevating work platform (EWP) - Launceston | 15 & 16 June 2023 | Liberty GFG - Temco Road, Bell Bay | 0 |