What is the difference between EWP training and a forklift licence?

They are separate high risk work licences covering different equipment. EWP training Brisbane covers elevated work platforms - boom lifts or scissor lifts depending on the ticket. A forklift licence (LF class) covers forklift operation. If your job requires both machines, you need both tickets.

How long does EWP training take in Brisbane?

Most EWP training Brisbane courses at Shamrock run as a one-day course covering both theory and practical assessment. The Yellow Card for EWPs under 11m is typically a half to full day. Contact us for current scheduling.

Can I do multiple short courses on the same day?

Depending on the courses, some can be combined in the same booking. Contact us to discuss which tickets you need and we'll work out the most efficient way to get them done.

Are these tickets nationally recognised?

Yes. All high risk work licences and competency cards issued at Shamrock Training are nationally recognised and accepted across all Australian states and territories.

Do I need EWP training even if I've used a scissor lift for years?

Yes. Regardless of experience, a formal competency is required. Principal contractors won't accept experience alone - they need the documented ticket before they let workers on elevated equipment. EWP training Brisbane at Shamrock can be completed in a single day, so there's no reason to delay getting certified.

0485 061 333

ENQUIRE NOW

EWP Training Brisbane

Get Your Boom Lift Ticket and Work at Heights Legally

Complete EWP ticket, forklift licence, hoist and short safety course training in Brisbane with

practical, job-ready instruction from experienced trainers.

Brisbane > EWP, Hoist, Forklift, & Short Courses

EWP, HOIST, FORKLIFT & SHORT COURSES

EWP, Hoist, Forklift & Short Courses

Practical high-risk and workplace safety training for forklifts, boom-type EWPs, scaffolding, confined spaces and working at heights.

8 COURSES

LF Forklift Licence Operate a forklift truck safely and prepare for the nationally recognised forklift high-risk work licence assessment. TLILIC0003 3 days VIEW → WP EWP Licence Over 11m Operate boom-type elevating work platforms with boom length of 11 metres or more. TLILIC0005 3 days VIEW → SB Basic Scaffolding Learn the skills required to safely perform basic scaffolding work on construction and industrial sites. CPCCLSF2001 5 days VIEW → SI Intermediate Scaffolding Step up from basic scaffolding into more complex scaffolding structures and site requirements. CPCCLSF3001 5 days VIEW → SA Advanced Scaffolding Advanced scaffolding training for complex structures, specialised work and higher-risk scaffolding tasks. CPCCLSF4001 5 days VIEW → CS Confined Spaces Work safely in confined spaces and understand entry, monitoring and atmospheric testing requirements. RIIWHS202E 1 day VIEW → WH Working at Heights Learn how to identify fall hazards, use height safety equipment and work safely at heights. RIIWHS204E 1 day VIEW → EWP EWP Under 11m Operate elevating work platforms under 11 metres for common construction, maintenance and access tasks. RIIHAN301E 1 day VIEW →

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

Do I need a licence to operate an EWP in QLD?
Yes. If you're operating a boom-type EWP over 11 metres, you need a High Risk Work Licence (HRWL) issued by Workplace Health and Safety Queensland. For EWPs under 11 metres like scissor lifts, the required certification is the EWPA Yellow Card, which Shamrock Training in Northgate, Brisbane delivers weekly.
Does EWP over 11m cover under 11m?
No. The WP High Risk Work Licence covers boom-type EWPs over 11 metres only and does not authorise you to operate scissor lifts or any EWP under 11 metres. For under-11m platforms, you need the separate Yellow Card certification, which Shamrock Training in Northgate, Brisbane can get you in a single day.
Is a scissor lift considered an EWP?
Yes, a scissor lift is classified as an Elevated Work Platform (EWP), specifically in the under-11 metre category. In Queensland, operating a scissor lift on a worksite requires the EWPA Yellow Card (RIIHAN301E), not a High Risk Work Licence.
Do you need a certificate to use a scissor lift?
Yes. While no government-issued High Risk Work Licence is required, virtually every principal contractor in Queensland requires the EWPA Yellow Card (RIIHAN301E) before anyone operates a scissor lift on site. Shamrock Training in Northgate, Brisbane delivers the Yellow Card course in a single day with same-day certification issued.
What certification do you need to operate a scissor lift?
You need the EWPA Yellow Card, formally a Statement of Attainment for RIIHAN301E, which is the nationally recognised industry competency certification for scissor lifts and all EWPs under 11 metres. Shamrock Training in Northgate, Brisbane runs this course weekly with no prerequisites and issues the card on the same day.
Do you have to wear a harness in a scissor lift in Australia?
Yes. Australian WHS standards and most principal contractors require operators to wear a harness connected to the platform anchor point when operating a scissor lift. Correct harness use is covered as part of the Yellow Card course (RIIHAN301E) delivered by Shamrock Training in Northgate, Brisbane.

WHY SHAMROCK

Practical training, no fluff.

Experienced Trainers

Trainers who know the gear and the job.

Brisbane Training Yard

Practical, hands-on learning facilities.

Recognised Courses

Training aligned with industry requirements.

Weekly Intakes

Regular course dates available.

On-Site Options

Training available for eligible teams.

Easy Booking Support

Get help choosing the right course.

COURSE CALENDAR

BOOK NOW

Book Your Training in Brisbane

We run courses weekly from our Northgate training centre, with flexible weekday and weekend availability. Demand is high, especially before major project starts across key industrial areas. Have a question about which ticket suits your role? Check our FAQs → or get in touch directly.

Need on-site training? Our trainers can travel anywhere in Queensland.

COURSES

EWP, Hoist, Forklift & Short Courses

Earthmoving

COMPANY

About

Blogs

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

GET IN TOUCH WITH US

0485 061 333

[email protected]