SLELIC301 – Conduct Safe Lifting with Excavators (52930WA)
- In-person Training
- On-site
Course Overview
This course is designed to address the training requirements for High Risk Work Licence 15A relating to the use of slewing earthmoving machinery as a crane (machinery with a rated capacity (safe working load) greater than 3 tonnes) – WA Work Health and Safety (General) Regulations 2022 and Work Health and Safety (Mines) Regulations 2022. Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors, and must be sourced from state jurisdictions to ensure the suitability of the course for each participant.
The course is only suitable for individuals who are already competent excavator operators undertaking earthmoving operations, who wish to achieve competency in safe lifting with excavators. This will be established by training providers confirming that potential students hold one of the currently endorsed units of competency on the national register (training.gov.au) that relate to excavator operation, or any equivalent unit, or by demonstrating equivalent knowledge, skills and experience through recognition of prior learning or a documented, evidence-based process for verification of competency.
Training is delivered on-site for employer groups with compliant machinery.
Course Overview
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Course Details
This course SLELIC301 – Conduct Safe Lifting with Excavators (52930WA) and provides experienced, certified excavator operators with the skills to safely lift suspended loads over 3 tonnes in Western Australia.
Participants learn about load charts, lifting gear selection, communication with doggers, and risk management to meet mining industry safety standards. To be eligible, you must hold a current excavator operator’s ticket.
You will learn how to:
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- Planning and preparing for lifting operations
- Understanding and using load charts
- Selecting and using correct lifting gear
- Safely attaching, lifting, moving, and placing suspended loads
- Communication with doggers and spotters
- Identifying and controlling hazards
- Compliance with relevant legislation and Australian Standards
Pre-requisites
- Must hold a current excavator operator’s ticket or license.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Basic English literacy and comprehension skills are required.
- Must hold a current Dogging High Risk Work License (DG) or a Slewing Crane (up to 20t) High Risk Work License (C2).
Assessment includes both a theory component and practical demonstration.
Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) Assessment Requirement
To ensure prospective students have the necessary LLN skills to successfully undertake their chosen training, it is a mandatory requirement to complete an LLN assessment prior to booking confirmation.
Training Outcome
Upon successful completion of the SLELIC301 – Conduct Safe Lifting with Excavators course, participants will achieve a Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment issued by KI Training and Assessing.
Participants will receive:
- A digital copy of the Statement of Attainment, which will be emailed to them either on the day of course completion or the following business day.
Prerequisites & Course Requirements
Pre-requisites
- Must hold a current excavator operator’s ticket or license.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Basic English literacy and comprehension skills are required.
- Must hold a current Dogging High Risk Work License (DG) or a Slewing Crane (up to 20t) High Risk Work License (C2).
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): To enter our workshop, participants are required to wear steel-capped boots, long pants and long-sleeved shirts. Hardhats can be provided if you can not bring your own.
Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN) Requirements: Participants must possess adequate LLN skills to interpret safety procedures and documentation. Completion of the LLN assessment is required prior to booking confirmation.
Age Requirement: Persons must be 18 years of age or older.
*Eligibility rules may apply and other funding options may be available to you – depending on your industry or course.
Important Information explaining the common course funding options listed above along with additional information is available in the Linked Important Information page.
Additional information
Career Opportunities:
- Excavator Operator (Lifting Operations) – Specialised in lifting tasks on construction, civil, or mining sites.
- Site Safety Officer – With added lifting competency, you can oversee and enforce safe lifting practices.
- Civil Construction Worker – Enhanced skills for roles involving excavation and material handling.
- Plant Operator – Broader machinery operation roles with lifting capabilities.
- Rigging Assistant – Supporting riggers in lifting operations using excavators.
- Infrastructure Maintenance Crew – Especially in utilities or roadworks where lifting with excavators is required.
Once certified, this unit can be implemented in workplaces where excavators are used for lifting operations, such as construction sites, civil infrastructure projects, mining operations, and utility maintenance.
Key aspects include:
- Risk Management: Workers apply hazard identification and control measures before lifting tasks.
- Pre-Operational Checks: Operators conduct equipment inspections to ensure machinery is fit for lifting.
- Safe Lifting Practices: Staff follow lifting plans, use correct attachments, and maintain communication protocols.
- Compliance: Ensures operations meet WHS regulations and manufacturer guidelines.
- Team Coordination: Promotes collaboration between operators, spotters, and supervisors during lifts.
