Overview
If you want to gain a start in the civil construction or building and construction industries, a Dogging HRW licence is a great asset. Successful course completion will see you gain a national High Risk Work (HRW) licence to perform dogging which is required, by law, to perform dogging activities in a safe and efficient manner. You will learn how to sling and secure loads ready for lifting, and to safely direct, land and position loads using various communication systems. You will also enhance your knowledge and experience in line with relevant legislation as well as different crane requirements.
Delivery Methods
- On-campus – The majority of teaching and assessment is conducted on-campus
Locations
- Barnawartha North, Vic (Logic Campus)
When You Can Start
Multiple start dates available!
When You Can Enrol
Apply online now.
Note: If course dates are not yet available, please submit your details via the 'Enquire Now' button to be notified when future course dates are scheduled, or to chat to our friendly Customer Experience team.
Duration
5 Days
Schedule
Logic Campus - 45 Albertson Road Barnawartha North
2025 Dates: 13-17 Jan, 20-24 Jan, 17-21 Mar, 31 Mar-4 Apr, 28 Apr-2 May, 12-16 May, 2-6 Jun, 16-20 Jun, 21-25 Jul, 18-22 Aug
Time: 8am-4.30pm
Days: Mon-Fri
Requirements
You must be 18 years old at the time of assessment to be assessed for a HRW licence. You must provide a physical photo ID on Day 1 of the course. Note that digital ID is not acceptable. Assessment must be conducted in the English language. If you require the use of a NAATI-qualified AUSLAN interpreter, contact the Transport & Logistics Department on 02 6055 6672 or email transport_and_logistics@wodongatafe.edu.au as permission must be granted from WorkSafe. You are required to wear long pants of a sturdy nature, enclosed footwear and sun/wet weather protection.
There is a requirement to complete at least 6 hours of pre-course study plus up to 2 hours per night homework. The pre-course study will be provided to you once you are enrolled into the course. Bring this with you on Day 1 of the course.
There are NO canteen facilities available at our Logic campus. A student lounge is available with coffee and tea making facilities. There are vending machines with limited options available and a BP Service Station located within 5 minutes’ drive of the campus, otherwise bring your own food and drinks when undertaking a course at our Logic Campus.
Assessment
There are 5 components:
- Formative assessment made up of 2 components - Written Questions and Observation
- National Assessment Instrument for the HRW licence made up of 3 components - Knowledge, Calculations and Performance
Other Information
On successful completion you will need to apply for your HRW licence to WorkSafe Victoria either online through the WorkSafe portal or by lodging your Notice of Assessment at a Victorian Post Office. You have 60 days from the time of assessment to do this otherwise your Notice of Assessment will lapse and you will be required to undertake the full Dogging course again. The cost of your HRW licence for is $73.50 and this is payable by you at the time of application. Your HRW licence is valid for 5 years, at which time you will be required to renew it with WorkSafe Victoria. The WorkSafe Victoria website provides further information about costs applicable to renewal, transfer and variation of your HRW licence (see https://www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/high-risk-work-licence).
A licence retest fee is applicable if you need to resit one or more of the assessments.
A Skills First-funded student may only receive their Skills First entitlement in relation to one Construction Industry Skill Set. Those who are not eligible will be deemed a Fee For Service student.