The obligation
Using a tower crane requires a tower crane high risk work licence, and using a self-erecting tower crane requires a separate self-erecting tower crane licence.
For licensing purposes, a tower crane may have a horizontal or luffing jib, and its tower structure may be demountable or permanent. A self-erecting tower crane is not taken apart into a tower element and a jib element in normal use, and erecting and dismantling are an inherent part of how it works. Selecting the right slinging method and lifting gear is dogging work and requires a high risk work licence.
- What
- Using a tower crane requires a tower crane high risk work licence, and using a self-erecting tower crane requires a separate self-erecting tower crane licence.
- Source
- worksafe.nt.gov.au
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Frequently asked questions
Which WHS law does this come from?
Licensing Requirements for Tower Crane Operators is a WHS requirement set out in Tower Cranes (NT). It is made under Work Health and Safety (National Uniform Legislation) Act 2011 (NT). The relevant provision is Code of Practice – Tower Cranes (NT) / Operations.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Licensing Requirements for Tower Crane Operators is a WHS obligation under Tower Cranes (NT). In short, Using a tower crane requires a tower crane high risk work licence, and using a self-erecting tower crane requires a separate self-erecting tower crane licence.
What changed recently?
Licensing Requirements for Tower Crane Operators was last updated on 19 October 2026.