High Risk Work Licence - Order-Picking Forklift (LO) study guide
High Risk Work Licence - Order-Picking Forklift (LO) · Work through your exam, one topic at a time.
The Order-Picking Forklift (LO) licence is an Australian high-risk work licence for the order picker - a forklift designed so the operator rides on an elevating platform and picks stock at height. It suits warehouse storepersons, distribution centre staff, and anyone whose duties include operating this equipment under supervision or independently. The High Risk Work Licence - Order-Picking Forklift (LO) study guide has 10 sections and about 3,281 words.
01WHS Legislation, Duty of Care and Licence Obligations
Order-picking forklift (LO) operation sits inside a general work health and safety (WHS) framework. You must know the primary duty of care: a person conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU) must ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the health and safety of workers and others affected by the work.
341 words, about 2 min02Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment and the Hierarchy of Control
Hazard identification is a continuous process: inspect the area before and during work, check the machine, and consider how the load, the task and the environment interact. A hazard is anything with potential to cause harm; risk is the combination of likelihood and consequence.
315 words, about 2 min03Order-Picking Forklift Terminology, Types, Components and Stability
An order-picking forklift is a high-lift machine designed so the operator's platform rises with the load, allowing picking from racking at height. The operator stands in a harness-equipped compartment on the elevating carriage.
332 words, about 2 min04Pre-Start Inspection, Servicing and Fault Reporting
A pre-start inspection is a documented check before each shift to confirm the machine is safe. It is not a service; it is a visual and functional check.
336 words, about 2 min05Load Assessment, Load Charts, De-rating and Load Restraint
Before lifting, assess weight, dimensions, shape, centre of gravity, stability and the condition of the load and pallet. Confirm the weight from documentation or weigh it; do not guess.
344 words, about 2 min06Operational Procedures: Pick-Up, Travel, Stacking, De-stacking and Shut-Down
Confirm the area is clear, the load is assessed, the chart is checked and your harness is on and attached. Adjust the platform and controls.
326 words, about 2 min07Elevating Work Platform Operation, Fall Protection and Platform Rescue
The LO platform is an elevating work platform. Before elevating: harness on and lanyard attached to the designated anchor point, gate closed and latched, platform clear of loose items, overhead hazards checked (powerlines, sprinklers, lights, obstructions), exclusion zone set below, and ground conditions stable.
346 words, about 2 min08Communication, Signage and Safe Movement in the Workplace
Most LO incidents involve people. Clear communication, agreed traffic rules and visible signage prevent collisions and crush injuries.
305 words, about 2 min09Hazardous Situations, Emergency Procedures and Incident Response
Typical LO emergencies: tip-over, load collapse, dropped load, collision with a person, hydraulic failure, fire, battery acid spill or explosion risk, powerline contact, and a person fallen from the platform. Recognise warning signs early: instability, unusual noises, hydraulic creep, smoke, burning smell, brake fade.
314 words, about 2 min10Practical Operation of the Order-Picking Forklift to Workplace Standards
Assessors look for consistent, safe, smooth operation that follows the site's procedures and the manufacturer's instructions. That means a documented pre-start check, correct harness use, correct load assessment and chart use, correct travel technique, accurate placement, and correct shut-down - every time, not just when watched.
322 words, about 2 min