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How do I obtain a High Risk Work License in Victoria?

2021-02-25

A High Risk Work License is an authorisation that allows you to lawfully work with certain high risk equipment and plant machinery that could potentially cause serious injury. There are 29 classes of High Risk Work Licenses that include authorisations for scaffolding, rigging, pressure equipment operation, cranes, and hoist and forklift operation.

Accordingly, many employees in industries such as construction, mining and forestry are required to obtain a High Risk Work License in Victoria.