Licence to Perform Dogging (HRWL)

Completion of the general construction induction training program, specified in the Safe Work Australia model Code of Practice: Construction Work, is required by anyone carrying out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.

Competence in this unit does not in itself result in a licence. A licence is obtained after competence is assessed under applicable Commonwealth, state or territory work health and safety (WHS) regulations.

• check relevant workplace information, including safe work method statements (SWMSs), and equipment service and maintenance records and checklists
• perform all activities in compliance with safe work practices and workplace-specific procedures and policies, and check, use, maintain and store equipment in compliance with manufacturer requirements
• identify hazards and use appropriate risk controls and safety measures and equipment
• determine load weight and travel path in consultation with crane operator
• select and inspect appropriate lifting gear and apply slinging techniques appropriate to the type of load, its mass and centre of gravity
• identify the working load limit (WLL) tags of the lifting equipment and gear and calculate the deration of the WLL resulting from the slinging techniques applied
• make temporary connections to loads using fibre or synthetic ropes
• use radio communication and hand and whistle signals to guide the crane operator, including when the load is out of sight of the crane operator.

• Candidates must be 18 years of age or older
• Ability to read, write and understand English
• Present photo I.D. on arrival
• Complete a ‘Fitness for Work’ form – Candidates are required to declare any medical issue that may exclude them from full participation
• Wear normal work clothing, enclosed footwear and remove all jewellery prior to commencement

• This course is delivered over five (5) days
• Training and assessment is delivered face to face at Altrad’s premises
• Upon arrangement, training can be conducted on-site at the premises of our clients providing there is suitable infrastructure and training facilities. Contact us for more details
• Assessment will include a WorkSafe written calculations and theory assessment and practical demonstration

NOTE: WorkSafe written assessments are ‘Closed book’.

If you are found not yet competent, you may re-sit this assessment. Refer Student Information Book.

On successful completion of this course candidates will be issued with a Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment for the Unit/s of Competency.

Your Statement of Attainment does not have an expiry date, however, your High Risk Work Licence expires every five (5) years. You must not carry out high risk work until your licence has been renewed.