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Forklift Licence WA: Cost, Renewal and Providers

In WA a forklift licence (class LF) is a high risk work licence issued by WorkSafe WA. You must be 18 or over, train with an RTO and pass assessment, then apply within 60 days of the Notice of Satisfactory Assessment. Processing takes 4 to 6 weeks. The licence lasts 5 years and the new licence fee is $92 (ex GST).

Last checked 10 October 2026. Rules and prices change, so confirm with WorkSafe WA or the provider before you book.

Forklift WA at a glance

Unit code
TLILIC0003
Regulator
WorkSafe WA
Price in WA
$400 to $500 (2 published prices)
WA providers compared
4
Last checked
10 October 2026

Forklift courses in Western Australia

Published prices run $400 to $500 across 2 of the 4 WA providers we compared, taken from each provider’s own course page and sorted cheapest first. Nobody pays for their position.

  • Saferight Training Academy$400
    Duration
    2 days (day course) or 3 days (night course)
    Delivery
    face-to-face
    Where
    Welshpool, Belmont, Fremantle
    RTO
    5722

    Sale price of $400 applies at Fremantle and Belmont only. The standard price is $500, and Welshpool sessions were listed at $500. Does not include the WorkSafe licence fee. CTF funding is offered for eligible WA construction workers. A forklift and order picker combo (4 days, $1,000) is sold separately.

  • Civil Safety$500
    Duration
    1 to 2 days in WA, 3 days in QLD
    Delivery
    face-to-face
    Where
    Perth, Bunbury, Kalgoorlie, Mackay, Moranbah, Newman, Townsville, Weipa
    RTO
    32381

    Standard 2-day course $500 at Perth and Bunbury. A 1-day course for experienced operators is $400 at Perth and $470 at Kalgoorlie. Other listed sessions: Kalgoorlie $730, Townsville $700, Mackay $950, Newman $970. Seen on the first 15 of 80 listed sessions.

  • North Regional TAFESee site
    Duration
    3 days
    Delivery
    face-to-face
    Where
    Derby, Fitzroy Crossing, Kununurra, Newman, Pundulmurra (South Hedland)
    RTO
    52788

    No commercial price on the page. The General fee category totals $256 (including a $92 WorkSafe fee), a subsidised rate for eligible students, so it is not used as the price.

  • South Regional TAFESee site
    Duration
    2 days
    Delivery
    face-to-face
    Where
    Albany, Collie, Esperance, Katanning, Manjimup, Narrogin
    RTO
    52790

    No commercial price on the page. It is shown as fee free for eligible WA residents with a $54 resource fee, so no price is used. Collie and Narrogin were listed as express interest only.

Working in another state? Every Forklift provider we compared, by state.

Forklift rules in Western Australia

  • WA: A high risk work licence is valid for 5 years. Renew online from 90 days before to 12 months after expiry. After 12 months the person must be reassessed and submit a new application. Work can continue if renewed before expiry. Phone 1300 424 091.

    Source: www.wa.gov.au

  • WA: Fees (ex GST, updated 3 July 2026) are $92 new, $46 to add a class, $44 renewal and $29 replacement.

    Source: www.wa.gov.au

  • WA: A replacement is requested through an online portal using the licence number, a one-time code and a declaration. A paper form, phone 1300 424 091 or email worksafelicensing@lgirs.wa.gov.au also work.

    Source: www.wa.gov.au

  • WA: Minimum age is 18. A person can work for up to 60 days from NSA issue and must apply within that time. Processing takes 4 to 6 weeks. The licence is recognised in all states and territories.

    Source: www.wa.gov.au

Forklift WA questions answered

How do I get a forklift licence in WA?

You must be 18 or over. Train with an RTO, be assessed by a regulator-accredited assessor, then apply online to WorkSafe. You can work for up to 60 days from the date your Notice of Satisfactory Assessment is issued, and you must apply within that time. Processing takes 4 to 6 weeks.

How do I renew a forklift licence in WA?

Renew online from 90 days before to 12 months after expiry, or call 1300 424 091. You can keep working if you renew before the licence expires. After 12 months you must be reassessed and make a new application. The renewal fee is $44 (ex GST).

How much does a forklift licence cost in WA?

There are two costs. The course is paid to the RTO, and WA course prices are compared below. The WorkSafe licence fees (ex GST, updated 3 July 2026) are $92 for a new licence, $46 to add a class, $44 to renew and $29 for a replacement.

How do I replace a lost forklift licence in WA?

Use the online portal with your licence number, a one-time code and a declaration. A paper form, phone 1300 424 091 or email to worksafelicensing@lgirs.wa.gov.au also work. The replacement fee is $29 (ex GST).

Is a WA forklift licence valid in other states?

Yes. A WA high risk work licence is recognised in all states and territories.

What is the difference between LF and LO in WA?

WorkSafe WA lists them as separate licence classes: LF is the forklift truck and LO is the order picking forklift truck. You need the right class for the machine you operate.

Forklift in other states

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