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RIIHAN204D – Load and unload cargo/goods

Machinery & Plant Equipment

Develop safe loading and unloading skills, including manual handling, load security awareness and hazard controls in transport environments.

Course Overview

This course provides the skills and knowledge required to load and unload cargo and goods safely in line with workplace procedures. Participants learn to plan tasks, identify hazards, apply safe manual handling techniques, use basic equipment where required, and maintain a safe work area during loading and unloading activities.

Key Details

Delivery: Face-to-face (theory + practical) or workplace-based delivery for group bookings (where suitable)

Start / Intake Information: Regular intakes are available. Contact Health Security Education for upcoming course dates.

Schedule / Time Commitment: Allow 1 to 2 days, including theory, practical activities and assessment (delivery dependent).

Work Placement: No work placement required

Units of Competency / Course Content

RIIHAN204D – Load and unload cargo/goods


Who This Course Is For

Suitable for workers in warehousing, logistics, transport yards, construction deliveries and general site operations handling cargo and goods.

Course Details

Course Information

Minimum age: 18 years.
Prerequisites: No formal prerequisites. Workplace requirements may apply depending on the operating environment.
Language, literacy and numeracy: LLN assessment required. Support available where required.
PPE / equipment / IT access: PPE may be required for practical activities. Internet-enabled device required if online learning included.
Workplace or site access requirements: Participants must be physically capable of completing practical activities, with reasonable adjustments available where appropriate.

Assessment may include knowledge questions and practical tasks demonstrating safe loading and unloading, hazard controls and correct work practices aligned to unit outcomes.

Statement of Attainment issued by Health Security Education (RTO #40907) for RIIHAN204D – Load and unload cargo/goods. USI required prior to certification issue.

Course fees include training, assessment and (where applicable) issuance of certification for participants who successfully meet competency requirements.
Course fees may not include personal PPE, travel, onsite delivery travel costs, replacement certificates, or additional resources unless stated.

Funding and subsidies: Where applicable, funding or subsidies may be available for eligible participants.
Payment terms: Payment is required prior to course commencement unless otherwise arranged.
Refunds and withdrawals: Refunds are managed in accordance with Health Security Education’s Fees and Refunds Policy. Written notice is required to withdraw.

Trainer support is available throughout the course. Language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) support and wellbeing support are available on request. Health Security Education provides a safe, respectful and inclusive learning environment.
Participants must follow trainer instructions and use equipment safely. Reasonable adjustment is available where appropriate.
USI: A valid Unique Student Identifier (USI) is required prior to the issuance of nationally recognised certification.
Policies and processes (including Complaints & Appeals) are available via the Student Handbook.

Credit Transfer: Available for equivalent completed units where a valid and current Statement of Attainment is provided.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): May be available for learners who can provide evidence of current competence.
Pathways: This unit may support entry into further training pathways in health, community services, emergency response, workplace safety, or related outcomes, depending on learner goals and packaging rules.