TLILIC0024 Licence to operate a vehicle loading crane (capacity 10 metre tonnes and above) – CV Licence

The TLILIC0024 – Licence to operate a vehicle loading crane (capacity 10 metre tonnes and above) is a nationally recognised course that allows participants to apply for the CV class High Risk Work Licence through WorkSafe WA.

This course is required for anyone operating vehicle loading cranes (also known as truck-mounted or Hiab cranes) with a capacity of 10 metre tonnes or greater, measured as load × radius. It is commonly used in transport, freight, construction, utilities, and delivery operations.

Training is delivered face-to-face at our Belmont training facility, with access to compliant VLCs for practical training and assessment by a WorkSafe WA-licensed assessor.

This licence is legally required for operating large vehicle loading cranes and forms part of WA’s High Risk Work Licence framework.

Duration

5 Days

Location

Belmont

Delivery method

In-person - On-site

Licence renewal every 5 years

$1800 pp

Unit Of Competency

TLILIC0024 Licence to operate a vehicle loading crane (capacity 10 metre tonnes and above) - CV licence training

Training Outcome

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a Statement of Attainment and a Notice of Assessment, which remains valid for 60 days. To obtain a Western Australian High Risk Work Licence, you must submit the following to WorkSafe WA:

• A copy of your Statement of Attainment
• A completed WorkSafe application
• The applicable WorkSafe fee

Please note: The course fee does not include the WorkSafe application fee of $115.

KITA offers a service to lodge your WorkSafe High Risk Work Licence application on your behalf for $115, which includes administration costs. (This fee is subject to change.)

This training enables you to apply for a Vehicle Loading Crane Licence (CV Class) through WorkSafe WA. Holding this licence allows you to legally operate truck-mounted vehicle loading cranes with a capacity of 10 metre tonnes or more across transport, construction, logistics, and infrastructure sectors in Australia.

Our focus is not just on helping you get a licence, but on developing the practical skills, safety awareness, and decision-making required to operate vehicle-mounted cranes confidently and responsibly in real-world work environments.

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*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.

Prerequisites & Course Requirements

Pre-requisites:

Participants must hold a Dogman High Risk Work Licence /Dogman qualification – CPCCLDG3001-Licence to perform dogging. If your High Risk Work Licence has not yet been issued , a current Notice of Assessment(NOA) will be accepted as evidence of eligibility.

Course Requirements

Persons must be 18 years of age or older
Photo ID must be presented i.e. current driver licence or passport
Basic numeracy skills
Basic English language and literacy skills

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 cannot bring your own.

Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN) Requirements: Participants must be able to read, write and understand English. Bookings will only be confirmed once the LLN assessment has been completed.

Individuals holding a Student Visa are not eligible to enrol in or attend the course as KITA is not a registered CRICOS (Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students).

Additional information

Career Opportunities

Completing the CV course allows you to take on lifting responsibilities across a range of transport, construction, and logistics environments. With your CV class high risk work licence, you can work in roles such as:

Truck driver or delivery operator using vehicle-mounted cranes (e.g. Hiab)
Yard or depot operator loading and unloading goods or equipment
Construction site worker responsible for unloading materials and machinery
Logistics or freight crew member involved in heavy goods handling
Shutdown or maintenance support staff transporting and placing equipment on site

This licence is highly valued for roles in transport, infrastructure, mining, utilities, and warehousing, particularly where mobile lifting equipment is required as part of daily tasks. It’s also a common requirement for FIFO and regional operations, where multi-skilled workers are preferred.

Workplace Implementation

Holding a valid CV High Risk Work Licence ensures your workers can legally and safely operate vehicle loading cranes with a capacity of 10 metre tonnes or more, in accordance with WorkSafe WA and national WHS regulations.

CV-licensed operators are trained to:

Conduct pre-start inspections and identify crane faults
Operate truck-mounted cranes (e.g. Hiabs) to lift and place heavy loads
Interpret load charts and work within rated capacity limits
Use outriggers and assess ground conditions to maintain crane stability
Communicate effectively with spotters, doggers, or site personnel during lifts
Apply hazard controls, emergency procedures, and correct shutdown practices

Employing CV-licensed personnel supports safe and compliant operations across transport yards, construction sites, delivery zones, and infrastructure projects, where unloading and placing materials using vehicle-mounted cranes is a daily task.

Course Details

This unit covers the safe operation of vehicle loading cranes (VLCs) with a capacity of 10 metre tonnes and above, and meets the requirements outlined in the National Assessment Instrument for high-risk work licencing in Western Australia. This course is delivered face-to-face by experienced trainers and includes both theoretical and practical training using compliant vehicle-mounted crane equipment.

Key topics include:

Pre-operational checks and crane setup:
Learn how to carry out daily inspections, identify faults, and set up the crane in accordance with manufacturer specifications and site conditions.

Load assessment and lift planning:
Understand how to calculate lifting requirements, assess load characteristics, and implement hazard controls before operating the crane.

Rated capacity and safe lifting techniques:
Interpret load charts, calculate lifting limits, and ensure the crane is used within its rated capacity throughout the lift.

Vehicle loading crane operation:
Practise lifting, shifting, and placing loads using a truck-mounted crane (e.g. Hiab), with a focus on safe operation in both static and roadside environments.

Stability and ground conditions:
Manage crane setup on varied terrain, including the correct use of outriggers and the identification of unsuitable or unstable ground.

Communication and safety protocols:
Use site-specific communication methods (e.g. radios, hand signals) and work effectively with doggers or spotters during lifting tasks.

Shutdown and securing procedures:
Apply correct shutdown, isolation, and securing methods to ensure the crane and vehicle are left in a safe condition post-operation.

Assessments are conducted by a WorkSafe WA licensed assessor in accordance with high-risk licencing requirements. To be eligible for a CV High Risk Work Licence, participants must successfully complete both a written theory and load calculation assessment and a practical vehicle loading crane operation assessment.

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.

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