Elevated Work Platform (EWP) Skill Set
Operate an elevating work platform safely in accordance with industry standards.
Overview
Campus Northam
When Semester 1, 2025 | Semester 2, 2025
Study Mode On campus
Safely use an elevating work platform.
In this course you will learn the skills and knowledge required to safely operate a boom-type elevating work platform (EWP) where the length of the boom is 11 metres or more.
Topics covered include:
- Hazard and risk control
- Setting up and operating a EWP
- Conducting routine checks of equipment
- Shutting down and securing the equipment
Important information
- WorkSafe requires the student must be 18 years of age to obtain a High-Risk Licence.
- Students are expected to have basic English reading, writing and numeracy skills to complete the National Assessment Instrument (NAI) - the mandated assessment.
- It is expected that students will be able to communicate in English without assistance from another person (including a translator).
- Students must be prepared to undertake the written and practical tests under specific test conditions (e.g. closed book, stipulated time frame).
- Pre-Workshop reading and Questions must be answered prior to attending the training.
Students will need:
- Steel capped boots
- Long pants
- Two coloured passport photos and two forms of identification
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We offer a range of further study opportunities, view our course list here.
Certification
Upon successful completion you will receive a Statement of Attainment.
A WorkSafe fee for the High Risk Licence is included into the course fee and completed applications and fees will be sent directly to WorkSafe. An interim licence will be issued to allow EWP operation until application is processed.
Contact Details
For more information about this course and to enrol, contact Jessica Brennan - (08) 9088 6774.
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Semester 1, 2025
Details
Units and fees
To attain this skill set, you are required to successfully complete all one (1) units of competence listed below.
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$48.60 | $14.40 | $22.27 |
Additional fees:
Incidental Fee - Worksafe Fee - $90.00
Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.
- Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
- Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
- Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
- Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees only. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
- For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
- Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
- Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
- Secondary school aged persons (in 2025, students born on or after 1 July 2007 who are at least 15 years old in 2025) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply.
- VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.
More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700
Semester 2, 2025
Details
Units and fees
To attain this skill set, you are required to successfully complete all one (1) units of competence listed below.
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$48.60 | $14.40 | $22.27 |
Additional fees:
Incidental Fee - Worksafe Fee - $90.00
Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.
- Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
- Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
- Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
- Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees only. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
- For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
- Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
- Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
- Secondary school aged persons (in 2025, students born on or after 1 July 2007 who are at least 15 years old in 2025) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply.
- VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.
More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700