Load and unload plant

This course will teach you how to master the skills to move heavy machinery and equipment, safely and confidently.

Looking to upskill for work in civil construction, mining, or infrastructure? This nationally recognised short course teaches you how to safely load and unload plant equipment using floats, trailers, and other transport methods—essential for anyone moving machinery between worksites.

What you’ll learn:

• Prepare loading zones and select the right tools and equipment
• Identify hazards, assess risks, and apply control measures
• Use PPE and traffic control procedures effectively
• Calculate load dimensions and secure machinery for transport
• Operate plant safely during loading and unloading
• Apply correct unloading techniques and stow equipment securely
• Communicate clearly using hand signals and site protocols
• Report faults and complete hand-over documentation

This course is ideal for workers in mining, drilling, civil construction, and extractive industries who need to meet safety standards, Chain of Responsibility regulations, and WHS compliance.

* Practical, job-ready skills  

* Nationally recognised training

* Industry-aligned safety and compliance

* Suitable for remote and active job sites

Take the next step in your career—enrol today and become a trusted operator in plant transport and handling.

Blended Option: Learning & Theory assessment online and practical face to face training.

Face to Face Option: Learning and Assessment face to face.

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Workplace Delivery

Some units of competency within this training program may involve physical activities, such as heavy lifting, standing for extended periods, or operating machinery, which may present challenges for individuals with physical limitations.

Students are encouraged to discuss any physical limitations or specific needs with our support team prior to enrolment so that reasonable adjustments can be considered to support their participation in the training program while maintaining the integrity of assessment outcomes.

As part of the enrolment process, you will need to undertake a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) and Digital Literacy indicator Assessment. This assessment is used for reviewing your suitability for this course.

The minimum level required for entry to this Course is:

Laptop

Internet access

Full PPE Clothing

• Enclosed footwear (steel cap preferred)
• Long pants and long sleeve shirt – Hi Visibility Shirt or Vest
• Hard Hat 
• Safety glasses 

If students do not have a Hard Hat or Safety glasses: ATTC will provide for use if necessary.

Students who are deemed competent will receive a Statement of Attainment recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework. This certification is nationally recognised. The Statement is issued by Australian Trade Training College (RTO 31399)

• Construction Worker
• Civil Works Labourer
• Machinery Transport Driver
• Plant Operator

Where a student has a disability or learning difficulty, assessors will apply Australian Trade Training College reasonable adjustment to ensure that the student is not presented with artificial barriers to progress in the course.

easonable adjustments may include the use of adaptive technology, educational support, verbal assessment, etc.

We will provide support to each student’s individual needs, providing additional educational and wellness support required for the student to meet the requirements of their training course.

Please review our student handbook and policies prior to applying for this course:

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