CPCCLDG3001 – Licence to perform dogging

Course Overview

This course aligns with CPCCLDG3001 – Licence to Perform Dogging from the CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package. Participants will develop the skills and knowledge required to safely and effectively perform dogging work in accordance with Work Health and Safety (WHS) regulations, Australian Standards, and industry best practices.

Dogging work involves:

🔹 The selection and inspection of lifting gear
🔹 Calculating load weights and sling techniques
🔹 Directing crane operations using whistles, hand signals, and radios to ensure safe and effective lifting practices

A High Risk Work Licence (HRWL) for Dogging (DG class) is required by law to carry out dogging tasks in Australia. This course is the mandatory pathway to obtain that licence.

Who Should Enrol?

This course is suitable for individuals who:

✔️ Intend to work in construction, mining, transport, and other industries where lifting and crane operations are common
✔️ Require a Dogging High Risk Work Licence (DG class)
✔️ Are crane operators, riggers, or general labourers looking to upskill
✔️ Are seeking to enter or advance in high-risk work environments

What You’ll Learn

The course covers the following key areas:

✅ Identifying, inspecting, and selecting appropriate lifting gear (slings, chains, shackles, hooks, etc.)
✅ Calculating load weights and applying safe lifting methods
✅ Communicating effectively with crane operators using verbal commands, hand signals, and radios
✅ Understanding and implementing workplace procedures for lifting operations
✅ Applying risk assessment and control strategies in dogging tasks
✅ Understanding legislative, licensing, and WHS compliance requirements related to dogging

Prerequisites & Entry Requirements

🔹 Minimum Age: Students may undertake the training prior to turning 18; however, they cannot apply for their HRWL until they are 18 years of age.
🔹 Literacy & Numeracy: Basic proficiency in English to understand technical information and complete assessments.
🔹 Physical Fitness: A reasonable level of fitness is required for the practical components.
🔹 Photo ID: Students must supply 100 points of identification (e.g., driver’s licence, passport, Medicare card, financial institution card). 
🔹 PPE: Participants must wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (e.g., steel-capped boots, gloves, helmet, high-visibility clothing).
 

Course Duration

📆 Full Course: 4 days (including theory and practical training)

Course Delivery Methods

📖 Face-to-Face Training: Delivered at our Corrsafe training facility or on-site (conditions apply)
📖 Pre-course Preparation: Students will receive reading material prior to the training day, which should be reviewed in advance.
📖 Workplace Training: We offer flexible on-site training using our mobile training trailer

Assessment Methods

Assessment includes:
📖 Theory Assessment: Multiple-choice and short-answer questions to test knowledge of lifting techniques and safety practices
📖 Practical Demonstration: Students must demonstrate correct dogging procedures, use of lifting equipment, and communication with crane operators
📖 Workplace-based Assessment: May be arranged under certain conditions

Certificate & Outcome

Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Statement of Attainment for CPCCLDG3001 – Licence to Perform Dogging, issued by Corrsafe RTO 40621.
This unit is nationally recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
Participants will be eligible to apply for a High Risk Work Licence (DG class) with WorkSafe Queensland or the relevant state authority.

Career & Job Opportunities

This qualification is essential or highly desirable for roles such as:
🏗️ Dogmen and riggers in construction
⛏️ Mine site crane and lifting operators
🚧 Infrastructure, transport, and logistics workers
🛠️ Engineering and maintenance teams in industrial sectors

CSQ Funding

This course may be eligible for Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) funding.
Eligible participants may receive a subsidy of $964.00 to offset training costs.

Eligibility criteria:
✔️ Must be currently working in the Queensland construction industry or actively seeking employment
✔️ CSQ funding is not available retrospectively
✔️ Funding availability is subject to CSQ terms and annual funding limits
✔️ Must hold evidence of working in a construction industry. (e.g., White Card, Blue Card, SOA, QBCC Card, Work Card, Invoice, etc)

📞 For more information, please click here or get in touch with us.

Why Choose Us?

🏆 Corrsafe RTO 40621 is a leading safety and high-risk training provider with decades of experience
🏆 Our trainers are industry professionals with real-world dogging and rigging experience
🏆 We offer tailored on-site and group training options across Queensland
🏆 Our mobile training unit brings quality training to your doorstep

Enrolment Process

1️⃣ Select your preferred training date
2️⃣ Complete the online enrolment form
3️⃣ You will receive pre-course reading material
4️⃣ Attend the scheduled face-to-face training, including theory and practical components
5️⃣ Complete the practical and knowledge-based assessments conducted by our qualified assessor

📞 For assistance, call 07 47 852 850 or email admin@corrsafe.com.au