Course Overview
WAM Training’s EWP (Elevating Work Platforms) Course is designed for individuals who need to operate the following EWP types:
- BL – Under 11m Self-Propelled Boom Lift
- SL – Scissor Lift
- VL – Vertical Lift
Boom-type elevating work platforms (boom lifts) with a capacity exceeding 11m require a High Risk Work Licence – Class WP. This course does not result in the issuance of a High Risk Work Licence.
Remember, even when a licence isn’t required for a given machine type, employers must provide adequate levels of information, instruction, training and supervision so as to meet their legislative obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (Vic.). This course results in the issuance of a Yellow Card from the Elevating Work Platform Association as well as a Statement of Attainment from WAM Training.
What Unit of Competency is covered during the EWP (Elevating Working Platforms) Course?
Our EWP (Elevating Working Platforms) Course covers the following Unit of Competency:
Who can enrol into our EWP (Elevating Working Platforms) Course?
To be eligible to enrol into our EWP (Elevating Working Platforms) Course, you must:
- Be a minimum 18 years of age
- Have a valid USI (you can create one for free or look yours up at www.usi.gov.au)
- Not be fearful of heights
Experience working around mobile plant is preferred, but not essential.
It’s important that you’re able to speak English clearly and be able to understand and complete worksite documentation relevant to elevating work platform operation.
EWP (Elevating Working Platforms) Course Registration
To register for the EWP (Elevating Working Platforms) 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 EWP (Elevating Working Platforms) 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 |
24 April 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 5 | $280.00 | ||
29 April 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 7 | $280.00 | ||
1 May 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 7 | $280.00 | ||
5 May 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 3 | $280.00 | ||
7 May 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 4 | $280.00 | ||
8 May 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
13 May 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
15 May 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
19 May 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $280.00 | ||
21 May 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
23 May 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
26 May 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $280.00 | ||
29 May 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
2 June 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
4 June 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
10 June 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
12 June 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
13 June 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
16 June 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $280.00 | ||
18 June 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
19 June 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
20 June 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
23 June 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $280.00 | ||
26 June 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
27 June 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
30 June 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $280.00 | ||
2 July 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
3 July 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
7 July 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $280.00 | ||
10 July 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
11 July 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
14 July 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $280.00 | ||
16 July 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
17 July 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
21 July 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $280.00 | ||
24 July 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
25 July 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
28 July 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $280.00 | ||
30 July 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
31 July 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
4 August 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $280.00 | ||
7 August 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
8 August 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
11 August 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $280.00 | ||
13 August 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
14 August 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
18 August 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $280.00 | ||
21 August 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
22 August 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
25 August 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $280.00 | ||
27 August 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
28 August 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
1 September 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $280.00 | ||
4 September 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
5 September 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
8 September 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $280.00 | ||
10 September 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
11 September 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
15 September 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $280.00 | ||
18 September 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
19 September 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
22 September 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $280.00 | ||
24 September 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
25 September 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
29 September 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $280.00 | ||
2 October 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
3 October 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
6 October 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $280.00 | ||
8 October 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
9 October 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
13 October 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $280.00 | ||
20 October 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $280.00 | ||
22 October 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 8 | $280.00 | ||
27 October 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $280.00 |
Course Details
What subjects are covered in our EWP (Elevating Working Platforms) Course?
Our EWP (Elevating Working Platforms) Course covers essential topics such as:
- Types and suitability of EWPs
- Safety paperwork and logbooks
- Hazards and controls
- Safety checks
- Elevating work platform operating techniques
- Planning for emergencies
Keep reading to find out more!
EWP (Elevating Working Platforms) Course structure
In this one day course, our expert trainers will guide you through a series of theoretical and practical training activities so that you have the confidence and competence to operate boom lifts (under 11m), scissor lifts and vertical lifts in the workplace.
Language, literacy, numeracy and digital skills requirements
Trainees must be able to speak English clearly, understand and complete worksite documentation and explain and describe issues relating to the operation of boom lifts, scissor lifts and vertical lifts.
Our expert Trainers will guide and support you throughout the learning process. However, please note that the formal assessments are closed-book.
To give you an idea of the language, literacy, numeracy and digital skills required, here are five example questions similar in complexity to what you’ll encounter during the course:
- List three types of elevating work platforms and describe one key feature of each
- Identify four items that must be checked during a pre-operational inspection of an EWP
- Explain the purpose of a compliance plate and list three details that should be included on it
- What safety controls must be in place when working at height using an EWP?
- If a fault is identified during your inspection, what steps should you take before continuing the task?
If you’re not sure whether your Language, Literacy, Numeracy or Digital Literacy skills are suitable for this course, please contact WAM Training by calling 1800 143 343 so that we can provide you with a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Assessment to help determine your readiness.
Is additional support available?
WAM Training has the following support services available to help you succeed in your training:
- A team of Training Support Officers to guide you through enrolment and your training journey
- Access to our Training Manager, who can help schedule further training if needed
- Additional classroom-based training sessions at no extra cost
- One-on-one training available (additional fees may apply)
- Accessible facilities, including a disabled toilet and on-site parking
If you require additional support with language, literacy, numeracy or digital skills, we can refer you to both informal and formal learning options to help you prepare for your course.
We can also provide information about external support services that specialise in mental health, crisis assistance and wellbeing.
If you feel like you might need some extra support, please call WAM Training on 1800 143 343 for a chat about how we can support you.
How many other Trainees might be at my EWP (Elevating Working Platforms) Course?
WAM Training’s EWP (Elevating Working Platforms) Course has a maximum group size of 8. We are passionate about keeping our class sizes small so that you and your team receive the dedicated attention required for a successful outcome.
EWP (Elevating Working Platforms) Course locations
We run our EWP (Elevating Working Platforms) 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).
If we are running our EWP (Elevating Working Platforms) Course on your site, your staff will only be endorsed to operate the EWP categories that you make available to them during their course.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Whilst we will train you on how to select and inspect a harness prior to operating boom-type elevating work platforms, this course is not a dedicated height safety course. To be compliant with Australian Standard AS1891.4 Industrial fall-arrest systems and devices – Selection, use and maintenance, each person performing harness-based work should also complete WAM Training’s Working at Heights Course.
Our EWP (Elevating Working Platforms) Course fee is $280 (GST Exempt) per person.
Upon successful completion of our EWP (Elevating Working Platforms) Course, Trainees will be issued with a Statement of Attainment from WAM Training, and a Yellow Card from the Elevating Work Platform Association which lists the EWP types they’ve been trained in.
WAM Training’s EWP (Elevating Working Platforms) Course takes one day, from 7:45am to 4:00pm. As soon as you make your booking, you’ll receive our EWP (Elevating Working Platforms) Course Handbook which we recommend you study before attending.
More often than not, when someone fails WAM Training’s EWP (Elevating Working Platforms) Course, it’s due to not paying attention. Our highly experienced Trainers have worked with hundreds of Trainees to help them become competent EWP operators. But at the end of the day, it’s up to you to pay attention and participate during your EWP (Elevating Working Platforms) Course.
The Elevating Work Platform Association Yellow Card is valid for 5 years. Prior to the expiry, the EWPA will contact you to provide information about their online refresher options.