Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Construction Crane Operations
Certificate III in Construction Crane Operations
CPC32920
BGE2
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5.00 | 24/12/2024 | Current | Approved |
| 4.00 | 08/04/2022 | Replaced | Approved |
| 3.00 | 18/03/2022 | Replaced | Approved |
| 2.00 | 23/12/2020 | Replaced | Pending |
| 1.00 | 27/11/2020 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification provides reflects the role of individuals working in the area of crane operations in the construction industry.
Occupational titles include licensed crane operator.
The qualification has core units of competency that cover common skills and knowledge for the building and construction industry, a choice of units for specific crane licences, and elective units that include additional licensing options. Due to the high-risk nature of the job role, the qualification provides a strong focus on safety.
This is a licensed occupation. Users should check requirements with their relevant licensing authority.
Completion of the general construction induction training program, specified in the Safe Work Australia modelCode of Practice: Construction Work, is required by anyone carrying out construction work. Achievement of CPCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industrymeets this requirement.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:- Twenty three (23) units of competency:
- Sixteen (16) core units
- Seven (7) elective units.
Elective units must be selected as follows:
- One (1) unit must be selected from the Group A list of elective units below
- At least four (4) units must be selected from the remaining Group A list of elective units or Group B list of elective units
- Up to two (2) units can be selected from the list of elective units below or from any current training package or accredited course where the unit contributes to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome, maintains the integrity of the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level of this qualification, and does not duplicate the outcomes of another unit used to achieve this qualification.
1. Core Units
All sixteen (16) core units must be completed.
2. Group A
At least one (1) unit must be selected from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODQ15 | TLILIC0022 | Licence to operate a slewing mobile crane (up to 20 tonnes) | 70 | Unit of competency |
| ODP66 | TLILIC0023 | Licence to operate a slewing mobile crane (up to 60 tonnes) | 70 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J496 | CPC32912 | Certificate III in Construction Crane Operations | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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