Australia - Apply for Scaffolding License

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Procedure

Apply In Person:

1. To Apply for a Scaffolding License, the applicant has to approach the WorkSafe Department Service Australia link

   Note: Enter the postcode and click the “Locate” button to find the nearest office.

2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
6. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
7. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
8. After receiving the document set, the concerned authority will check the submitted letter and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
9. Then the letter and document will be processed further. All the updates on the application status will be sent via SMS to the applicant’s mobile number.
10. Once the process gets completed, the applicant gets a call from the office regarding the application.
11. If the application is approved, the applicant will receive your Scaffolding License. The license will outline your rights and responsibilities as a licensed scaffolder, including any specific conditions or limitations.
12. This entire process can be completed within 15 - 20 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• ID proof (Birth Certificate, national Identity card, etc)
• Address proof – (Driving license, passbook, utility bill, etc)
• Qualifications and Training Certificates
• Work Experience Documentation
• Insurance Coverage
• White Card or Construction Induction Card
• High-Risk Work License (if applicable)
• Passport-sized Photographs
• Fee receipt
• Any other documents (If required)

Office Locations & Contacts

Services Australia
Mailing address:
eBusiness Service Centre
PO Box 9822
BRISBANE QLD 4000
Fax - 03 9605 7987
Phone - 1300 361 457
Email - [email protected]
Contact link
Nearest Office link - (Note: Enter the postcode and click the “Locate” button to find the nearest office)

Eligibility

To be eligible to apply for a scaffolding license in Australia, you must:

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Have completed training in the relevant class or classes with a registered training organization (RTO).
• Have been assessed as competent in the relevant classes by a SafeWork accredited assessor working for the registered training organization where you trained.
• Be able to speak English well enough to carry out scaffolding work safely with other people.

Fees

• The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as per the authority’s request.

Validity

• The validity period of a scaffolding license in Australia is five years.

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 15 - 20 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name
• Address
• ZIP code
• Age
• Gender
• Education qualification
• Work experience
• Bank details
• Contact number
• Email ID
• City
• Signature
• Date

Need for the Document

• A Scaffolding License in Australia is a credential or permit that allows individuals to legally work as scaffolders, performing scaffold erection, alteration, and dismantling tasks.
• The license ensures that the holder has the necessary skills, knowledge, and qualifications to carry out scaffolding work safely and in compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Information which might help

• A scaffolder is responsible for assembling and disassembling temporary structures made of metal tubes, couplers, and wooden planks to provide safe platforms for workers during construction, maintenance, or renovation projects.
• Scaffolding is a critical component of many construction sites, providing access and support for workers at elevated heights.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

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Others

Here are some of the benefits of having a scaffolding license in Australia:

• You will be able to legally work as a scaffolder in Australia.
• You will be able to access better job opportunities.
• You will be able to earn a higher salary.
• You will be able to work on more complex and challenging projects.
• You will be able to work in a safer environment.