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RIIHAN307E – Operate a vehicle loading crane under 10 metre-tonne

Machinery & Plant Equipment

Develop skills to operate a vehicle loading crane safely, including set-up, lift planning, load control and shutdown procedures.

Course Overview

This course provides the skills and knowledge required to operate a vehicle loading crane under workplace procedures and site requirements. Participants learn pre-operational checks, set-up and stabilisation, hazard identification, safe lifting and placement techniques, communication and exclusion zones, and post-operation checks and reporting.

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

RIIHAN307E – Operate a vehicle loading crane <10M/Ton


Who This Course Is For

Suitable for workers who operate vehicle loading cranes in logistics, construction supply, utilities, transport and site operations.

Course Details

Course Information

Minimum age: 18 years.
Prerequisites: No formal prerequisites. Licensing and workplace authorisation requirements may apply depending on equipment, configuration and jurisdiction.
Language, literacy and numeracy: LLN assessment required. Support available where required.
PPE / equipment / IT access: PPE suitable for lifting operations is required. Internet-enabled device required if online learning included.
Workplace or site access requirements: Physical capability required for practical activities, with reasonable adjustments available where appropriate.

Knowledge questions and practical demonstration of crane set-up, safe lifting techniques, hazard controls, communication and reporting aligned to unit outcomes.

Statement of Attainment issued by Health Security Education (RTO #40907) for RIIHAN307E – Operate a vehicle loading crane <10M/Ton. 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.