Course Overview
WAM Training’s 5 Day Dogging Licence Course is suitable for individuals needing a High Risk Work Licence – Class DG (required to perform dogging work in Australia).
Our Dogging Licence Course equips workers with the skills and knowledge to safely select and inspect lifting equipment, exercise judgment in slinging methods, and direct crane operators when loads are out of view.
WAM Training is authorised by WorkSafe Victoria to conduct Dogging Licence Assessments in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 2017 (Vic.), ensuring safe and compliant dogging work on site.
What Units of Competency are covered in our Dogging Licence Course?
The course covers the following Units of Competency:
Who can enrol into our Dogging Licence Course?
To be eligible to enrol into our Dogging Licence Course, you must:
- Be a minimum 18 years of age
- Live in Victoria
- Have a valid USI (you can create one for free or look yours up at www.usi.gov.au)
Experience working around machinery is preferred, but not essential. It’s important that you’re able to speak English clearly, understand and complete worksite documentation, complete dogging calculations, and explain and describe complex needs and issues relating to dogging work.
Dogging Licence Course Registration
To register for the Dogging Licence Course, simply follow these steps:
Step 1
Choose your preferred course date.
Step 2
Fill in your details and complete the payment process.
Step 3
Check your inbox for your booking confirmation email.
Course Dates
There’s plenty of flexibility when it comes to booking a course with WAM Training. Choose from one of the options below, or enquire about having a private course conducted on your site. And don’t forget – Credit Account Holders can use their promo codes to save 10% when booking online!
The Dogging Licence Courses listed below are delivered at 56 Dohertys Road, Laverton North, VIC 3026.
Upcoming Workshops
Course Dates | Time | Available Spaces | Cost | Individual Bookings | Business Bookings |
3 - 7 March 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 4 | $1,500.00 | ||
7 & 11 - 14 March 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 9 | $1,500.00 | ||
17 - 21 March 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 7 | $1,500.00 | ||
24 - 28 March 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 7 | $1,500.00 | ||
31 March - 4 April 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $1,500.00 | ||
7 - 11 April 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 9 | $1,500.00 | ||
11 & 14 - 17 April 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 9 | $1,500.00 | ||
28 April - 2 May 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 9 | $1,500.00 | ||
5 - 9 May 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 9 | $1,500.00 | ||
12 - 16 May 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 9 | $1,500.00 | ||
19 - 23 May 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 9 | $1,500.00 | ||
26 - 30 May 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 9 | $1,500.00 | ||
2 - 6 June 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 9 | $1,500.00 | ||
6 & 10 - 13 June 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 9 | $1,500.00 | ||
16 - 20 June 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 9 | $1,500.00 | ||
23 - 27 June 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 9 | $1,500.00 | ||
30 June - 4 July 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 9 | $1,500.00 |
Course Details
What subjects are covered in our Dogging Licence Course?
Through a combination of classroom-based and hands-on practical activities, WAM Training’s Dogging Licence Course covers the following subjects:
- Hazards and control measures relating to dogging work
- Dogging mathematics
- Assessing load characteristics
- Sling selection and inspection
- The use of slinging methods to shift a wide range of loads
- Crane signalling using verbal, hand and whistle signals
- Knots, bends and hitches
Keep reading to find out more!
Dogging Licence Course structure
Training:
Before the first day of your Dogging Licence Course, you’ll need to complete our Pre-Course Worksheet (which will be emailed to you upon booking). The first three days of the course cover training in both theoretical and practical components of dogging work. Provided you go well during Days 1 to 3, you’ll be ready for formal assessments on Days 4 and 5.
Formal Assessment:
WorkSafe Victoria requires us to use closed-book formal assessments across three areas:
- Knowledge (Theory Questions)
- Assignment (Maths Questions)
- Performance (Practical)
All 3 Formal Assessments need to be passed in order for you to apply for a High Risk Work Licence – Class DG.
Key benefits of Our Dogging Licence Course
Upon successful completion of our Dogging Licence Course, Trainees are awarded a WorkSafe Notice of Assessment, allowing them to apply for a Dogging High-Risk Work Licence via the myWorkSafe Portal. Additionally, they earn a Statement of Attainment, validating their skills in safe slinging techniques and crane communications.
Language, literacy and numeracy requirements
Trainees need to be able to speak English clearly, understand and complete worksite documentation, complete dogging calculations, and explain and describe complex needs and issues relating to dogging work.
Our expert Trainers will guide and support you through the learning process, but it’s important to understand that the formal assessments are all closed-book.
If you’re not sure if our Dogging Licence Course is suitable for you, please contact us here or by calling 1800 143 343.
How many other trainees might be at my Dogging Licence Course?
WAM Training’s Dogging Licence Course has a maximum group size of 9. We are passionate about keeping our class sizes small so that you and your team receive the dedicated attention required for a successful outcome.
Dogging Licence Course locations
We run our Dogging Licence Course regularly at our Laverton North Training Facility (56 Dohertys Road, Laverton North). Additionally, we can deliver this course for your team privately at your site (Just head on over and complete our Onsite Course Enquiry Form).
Is additional support available?
WAM Training has the following support services available:
- A team of Training Support Officers to help you navigate your enrolment application and educational journey
- Direct access to our Training Manager, who can work with you to schedule further training
- Extra classroom-based training sessions at no additional cost
- Capacity to provide one-on-one training (additional fees may apply)
- Disabled toilet and parking on site
In the event that you need additional language, literacy and numeracy support, we can provide referrals to both informal and formal courses to help you to get to a level suitable for enrolment into our Dogging Licence Course.
If you feel as though you may need additional support, please contact us here or call 1800 143 343.
Are there additional fees?
WorkSafe Victoria will charge approximately $75.00 when applying for your Dogging High Risk Work Licence via the myWorkSafe Portal. Please also be aware that Trainees must pass the Knowledge, Assignment and Performance assessments in order to apply. In the event that you need to resit these assessments, the following resit fees will be payable (GST Exempt):
- Knowledge – $100.00
- Assignment – $100.00
- Performance – $300.00
If you need additional one-on-one practical training outside of our standard course structure, this can be arranged at a cost of $200.00 (GST Exempt) per hour.
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Frequently Asked Questions
All High Risk Work Licences have a 5 year expiry. You can renew your Dogging Licence via the myWorkSafe Portal. There’s generally no requirement to complete the Dogging Licence Course again.
Our 5 Day Dogging Licence Course fee is $1500 (GST Exempt) per person. WorkSafe Victoria also charge a High Risk Licence application fee of approximately $75.
Upon successful completion of your Dogging Licence Course, you’ll receive a WorkSafe Notice of Assessment (which you can use to apply for your High Risk Work Licence) and a Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment.
Our Dogging Licence Course is 5 days long, from 7:45am to 4:00pm each day (Days 2-5 may start earlier if all Trainees agree). As soon as you make your booking, you’ll receive our Dogging Licence Course Handbook and some mandatory homework which must be completed prior to the first day of your course.
More often than not, when someone fails WAM Training’s Dogging Licence Course, it’s due to a lack of preparation. Our highly experienced Trainers have worked with hundreds (if not thousands) of Trainees to help them get their Dogging Licence. But at the end of the day, it’s up to you to study hard and pay attention during your Dogging Licence Course.
If you don’t pass your Dogging Licence Course on your first attempt, your Trainer will complete a ‘Steps to Success’ form with you. You’ll leave the course with a clear list of:
- What subjects you should focus your study on
- What assessments you need to re-attempt, and any applicable deadlines
- What additional training is available to you
- Any costs associated with reassessment
- Knowledge (Theory Questions)
- Assignment (Maths Questions)
- Performance (Practical)