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BCCP03008B

Conduct Skid Steer Loader Operations

Who is the course designed for?

This course is designed for new entrants to construction, civil works, farming etc who require licensing under the NSW Occupational Health and Safety regulation 2001. Prior to licensing students can operate a Skid Steer Loader under the supervision of a competent person for training purposes. Completion of this qualification is required for licensing eligibility.

The course provides a pathway to obtain the qualification BCC03 Civil Construction. Legal limitations or pre-requisites exist on the qualification that may hamper the obtaining of a licence from the licencing authority.

Students can contact this office on 1300 789 606 or SKILLS DMC Industry Skills Council for qualification criteria and advice. The contact phone number for Skills DMC is .02 9299 3014.

What does the course offer?

The program has been organised to provide students with general skills, background information and specific knowledge about operating a forklift, which is then applied in discussion, questioning, role-plays and projects for the industry specific unit.

The program is delivered off-the-job at our main training centre in Moorebank NSW and/or on-the-job at the clients premises. Training delivery combines face-to-face trainer led theory classes and practical sessions involving small group and individual activities including peer critical evaluation scenarios, questioning, role-plays and simulations.

Candidates are provided with a training manual that covers all parts of the course. Additional material will be made available during training sessions if required.

How are students assessed?

There is currently no RPL or RCC available for the assessment component of this Unit of Competence.

Students will undergo a theory and practical test. Upon successful completion a "Notice of satisfactory assessment" will be supplied to the applicant. This is valid as your license only for a period of 60 days. In this time the NSA form should be presented to an approved Australia Post office with the application form (will be supplied), as well as your proof of identity for issue of your permanent WorkCover Forklift license

The theory test requires the completion of 21 questions within 30 minutes. It is a closed book test and no outside assistance is allowed. Groups can sit for the test at one time providing there is sufficient separation. The practical test requires the completion set tasks using a compliant skid steer loader within a period of 1 hour.

If a student has problems with written English the theory test may be given orally, but arrangements must be made at time of booking

Checklist for clients prior to assessments

Compliant Skid Steer Loader and Assessment Area

  • Skid steer loader is in safe operating condition and complies with the requirements of the jurisdiction within which the assessment is undertaken.
  • There is sufficient space available and that ground suitable for digging, leveling and shifting soils.
  • A truck for loading or suitable simulation is available.

Individual Requirements

  • Students must have completed the unit of competency BCCCM1001C – Follow OH&S policies and procedures. (Gap training is available).
  • Students must be over 18 years old
  • WorkCover appropriate photo identification must be presented on the day of assessment to confirm your date of birth, address and identity as well as other required forms. For suitable forms of identification see separate WorkCover fact sheet.
  • Students must have maintained training records, such as a log book. This book will be provided if you have not already commenced. Your supervised on the job training must be recorded within and the log book must be presented on the day and forwarded to WorkCover upon successful assessment.
  • PPE appropriate to your work site (or if at the training centre long sleeve shirt, pants and your work boots) must be brought to the training and assessment. {Hard hat, Hi-vis top and steel cap boots are compulsory). Safety rated sunglasses recommended for outdoor applications.

You will be required to pay WorkCover the necessary fee (Currently $65.00). This fee is not part of the license assessment charge levied by Forkpro Australia.

It is recommended that application be made soon after assessment as the time for WorkCover to issue the license varies and the NSA is valid only for 60 days. In the case the interim license expires and the permanent license has not been issued, the license assessment must be conducted again with all relevant charges applying once again.

If you are unsuccessful with your assessment a period of 21 days must elapse before re-assessment can occur. An additional fee will be charged for a re-assessment.

NOTE: As an accredited assessor we must advise WorkCover NSW of the time, date and location of any assessments being conducted, as well at the type of theory assessment (written or oral) WorkCover NSW may exercise their right to have a WorkCover Officer oversee this assessment process.