RIIHAN201E – Operate A Forklift

Course Overview

This course aligns with RIIHAN201E – Operate a forklift from the RII Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package. Participants will develop the skills and knowledge required to operate a forklift safely to shift, lift, transfer and place loads in accordance with workplace procedures, Work Health and Safety (WHS) requirements, manufacturer specifications, site requirements, and industry best practice.

This course is designed for workers operating forklifts in site-based environments such as mining, civil construction, extractive industries, drilling, infrastructure, warehousing, logistics, and other operational workplaces. Training includes practical forklift operation, pre-start checks, hazard identification, load handling, communication with others, safe travel, parking, shutdown, and housekeeping activities.

RIIHAN201E includes the safe and effective use of approved forklift attachments where applicable. Participants are required to demonstrate forklift operation in realistic workplace or simulated workplace conditions to ensure they can safely apply the required skills in an operational environment.

This unit relates to High Risk Work, however RIIHAN201E – Operate a forklift does not provide a High Risk Work Licence. Where a forklift licence is required, participants must complete the relevant licensing unit, such as TLILIC0003 – Licence to operate a forklift truck, and meet the requirements of Workplace Health and Safety Queensland (WHSQ) or the relevant State/Territory regulator. Licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements may vary between jurisdictions and industry sectors and should be confirmed before undertaking forklift operations.

View full unit details on training.gov.au

RTO 40621 – Registration details available on the National Register – RIIHAN201E is listed on Corrsafe’s scope of registration.

🛠️ Training is delivered directly by Corrsafe Enterprises Pty Ltd (RTO 40621). No third-party providers are used.

Training and assessment are conducted in compliance with the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Qld), relevant Codes of Practice, and all applicable Commonwealth, State and Territory legislation.

The Nationally Recognised Training (NRT) logo is used in accordance with the NRT Logo Conditions of Use Policy.

Who Should Enrol?

This course is suitable for individuals who:

✔️ Are required to operate a forklift as part of their workplace duties
✔️ Work in mining, civil construction, resources, infrastructure, warehousing, logistics, or site-based operational environments
✔️ Need nationally recognised training in forklift operation within the resources and infrastructure sector
✔️ Are required to move, lift, transfer, position, or stack loads using a forklift
✔️ Need to demonstrate safe forklift operation in accordance with workplace procedures, WHS requirements, manufacturer specifications, and site safety systems
✔️ Require evidence of competency for workplace, employer, contractor, site access, or compliance purposes

Note: RIIHAN201E – Operate a forklift is a nationally recognised unit of competency. It does not by itself issue a High Risk Work Licence. Where an LF forklift licence is required, participants must complete the relevant HRWL licensing pathway, such as TLILIC0003 – Licence to operate a forklift truck, through the relevant State or Territory regulator.

What You’ll Learn

The course covers the following key areas:

🔍 Conducting pre-start, operational, and shutdown checks on forklifts in accordance with manufacturer requirements and workplace procedures
🚧 Operating a forklift safely in a workplace or simulated workplace environment
⚠️ Identifying hazards, assessing risks, and applying suitable controls before and during forklift operations
🧠 Understanding basic load handling principles, including rated capacity, load centre, centre of gravity, stability, ground conditions, and safe travel speeds
🏗️ Moving, lifting, transferring, placing, stacking, and unstacking loads safely using a forklift
📦 Selecting and using appropriate forklift attachments, where required and approved for the task
🟩 Preparing the work area, checking ground conditions, travel paths, exclusion zones, overhead hazards, pedestrians, vehicles, and other plant
🟨 Picking up, transporting, positioning, and placing loads without causing damage to personnel, equipment, stock, structures, or the environment
🟦 Operating the forklift in accordance with site traffic management plans, signage, speed limits, right-of-way rules, and workplace communication systems
🟥 Parking, securing, and shutting down the forklift safely after use
📏 Applying spatial awareness, load judgement, and safe positioning when operating near structures, stockpiles, racking, vehicles, plant, personnel, and other workplace hazards
📋 Complying with WHS legislation, workplace procedures, risk management requirements, manufacturer specifications, and site safety systems
📢 Communicating with other workers, supervisors, spotters, and site personnel using approved workplace communication methods
🛠️ Reporting faults, damage, unsafe conditions, incidents, and maintenance requirements in accordance with workplace procedures

Prerequisites & Entry Requirements

🔹 Minimum Age: Participants must be of suitable age, maturity and physical capacity to safely participate in forklift training and assessment in a workplace or simulated workplace environment. Where a High Risk Work Licence is required, separate regulator age and eligibility requirements apply.
🔹 English Language: Participants must complete a Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN) assessment to ensure they can meet course requirements. We offer LLN assistance, learning support, and referrals to other services. Speak with our team before enrolment if you require additional assistance.
🔹 Physical Fitness: A reasonable level of fitness is required for the practical components.
🔹 Identification: Participants must provide suitable identification for enrolment and verification purposes. Evidence of Identity document.
🔹 USI Requirement: Participants must have a Unique Student Identifier (USI) to enrol. Visit www.usi.gov.au for more info. Corrsafe verifies each USI with the Registrar prior to use, in accordance with the Student Identifiers Act.
🔹 PPE: Participants must wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including high-visibility shirt or vest, and closed in shoes.

📋 Note: All participants complete a brief Learner Suitability Self-Assessment at the start of the course to confirm their readiness and identify any support needs.

Course Duration

This course involves approximately 40 – 45 hours of combined learning, including supervised training and assessment, online or pre-course study, and independent review. Duration may vary depending on the participant’s existing forklift experience, workplace exposure, prior learning, LLN needs, delivery method, and the assessment environment.
Total Volume of Learning: 40 – 45 hours
🔹 Supervised training & assessment: 24 – 32 hours
🔹 Unsupervised study & pre-learning: 8 – 16 hours

Where a learner requires additional time to safely develop the required skills, Corrsafe may recommend further supervised practice, additional training, or a revised assessment arrangement before final competency assessment.

📋 Note: RIIHAN201E is a nationally recognised unit of competency. It is not the same as the HRWL forklift licence course TLILIC0003 – Licence to operate a forklift truck, and does not by itself result in the issue of an LF High Risk Work Licence.

Course Delivery Methods

This course is delivered via blended or face-to-face training, depending on learner needs.

🔹 Blended Delivery includes self-paced pre-learning (written or elearning), followed by a face-to-face practical session and assessment.

🔹 Face-to-Face Delivery includes trainer-led theory, practical forklift operation, workplace/simulated workplace activities, and assessment. Delivery duration may vary depending on participant experience, group size, site conditions, and the level of practical support required.

👉 Assessment is conducted through a combination of knowledge questions, practical demonstration, observation, and workplace or simulated workplace tasks to confirm the participant can safely operate a forklift in accordance with the unit requirements, workplace procedures, manufacturer specifications, and WHS obligations.

Assessment Methods

Assessment is conducted in accordance with ASQA requirements, Corrsafe’s assessment procedures, the unit requirements for RIIHAN201E – Operate a forklift, workplace safety requirements, and applicable WHS legislation.

📖 Theory Assessment: Written questions (multiple-choice and short answer)
🛠 Practical Demonstration: Hands-on operation of a forklift in a controlled environment under supervision

Participants must be deemed competent in both the knowledge and practical components to be awarded a Statement of Attainment for RIIHAN201E – Operate a forklift.

Certificate & Outcome

Upon successful completion, you will receive a Statement of Attainment for RIIHAN201E – Operate a forklift, issued by Corrsafe Enterprises Pty Ltd RTO 40621, a Registered Training Organisation recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).

This unit is nationally recognised and confirms that the participant has demonstrated the required skills and knowledge to safely operate a forklift in accordance with workplace procedures, manufacturer specifications, WHS requirements, and the unit requirements.

Participants must be deemed competent in all required assessment components, including theory, practical demonstration, assessor observation, and any required workplace or simulated workplace tasks, before a Statement of Attainment can be issued.

📋 Already completed equivalent training elsewhere? You may be eligible to apply for Credit Transfer if you have previously completed the same nationally recognised unit. All credit transfer applications must include a verified Statement of Attainment or authenticated transcript. Corrsafe will confirm authenticity with the issuing RTO prior to granting credit.

This unit is nationally recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) and supports workplace, employer, contractor, site access, and compliance requirements where forklift competency evidence is required.

Career & Job Opportunities

This unit of competency is required for roles such as:

🏭 Warehouse Operators
🚚 Logistics and Distribution Personnel
🏗️ Civil Construction Workers
⛏️ Mining and Resources Workers
🔧 Maintenance and Manufacturing Workers
📦 Stores, Freight, and Yard Personnel
🚜 Plant and Equipment Operators
🛠️ Site-Based Operational Workers

Why Choose Us?

🏆 Corrsafe RTO 40621 is a trusted, experienced training provider delivering nationally recognised training

🏆 We deliver nationally recognised training backed by real-world industry knowledge

🏆 Flexible training at your site or our facility

🏆 Fully equipped forklift training area simulating real working conditions

🏆 Our trainers and assessors are experienced industry professionals who understand how forklifts are used in real work environments

Refund / Fee Policy Disclosure

A full breakdown of fees, inclusions, payment options, and our refund policy is available in our Student Handbook or upon request.

Learner Wellbeing & Support

At Corrsafe Enterprises (RTO 40621), we support the whole learner not just their assessments. If you’re facing challenges, we’re here to help.
Support Available:

We’re committed to a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment that helps every learner thrive.

Enrolment Process

We make enrolling simple and efficient. Follow these steps:

1️⃣ Select your preferred training date below
2️⃣ Complete the online enrolment form
3️⃣ Receive your pre-learning materials via email – complete this before your practical day
4️⃣ Contact Corrsafe to book your practical training and assessment
📞 Phone: 07 47 852 850
📧 Email: admin@corrsafe.com.au