How long does a high risk work licence take to complete?

TL;DR: Most high risk work licence courses take between two and five days, depending on the class and prior experience. KITA delivers nationally recognised training with industry-experienced trainers across Melbourne, Broadmeadows and Docklands campuses, offering site-ready, workplace-style and corporate compliance pathways for new and refresher learners. KITA high risk work licence training is structured around the unit of competency for each licence class. Firstly, shorter classes such as forklift (LF) typically run across two to three days of combined theory and practical assessment. Secondly, more complex classes such as dogging, rigging and crane work usually require four to five days, plus logged on-site hours where the unit calls for it. Therefore, total time-to-licence depends on the equipment, the learner's prior experience and how quickly competency is demonstrated. Because WorkSafe assessment must follow training, learners also factor in the assessor's booking window. Similarly, gap and refresher learners often complete shorter pathways tailored to existing skills. Meanwhile, employers scheduling several staff through Melbourne site-ready training can plan group bookings to reduce downtime. Consequently, course length is best confirmed once the class and learner profile are known. Ultimately, KITA confirms exact duration during enrolment.

Typical high risk work licence course durations.

What affects how long your HRWL takes.

Secondly, learners should allow time for the WorkSafe assessment to be processed after training. Therefore, planning the licence application alongside the course helps avoid delays. Operators move through theory, practical drills and final assessment in sequence. Similarly, Broadmeadows workplace-style sessions suit teams completing the same class together. Meanwhile, Docklands corporate compliance clients build longer programs covering several HRWL classes for one workforce. Because KITA industry-experienced trainers assess competency against national units, certificates support timely licensing outcomes. Consequently, your team stays compliant and job-ready.

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