The obligation
Scaffolders need a basic, intermediate or advanced high risk work licence where a person or thing may fall more than four metres from the scaffold.
A scaffolder must hold a basic, intermediate or advanced high risk work licence, as specified under Schedule 3 of the WHS Regulation, where a person or thing may fall more than four metres from the scaffold. Only a person who holds a qualification set out in Schedule 4 of the WHS Regulation may apply for a licence. A PCBU must not direct or allow a worker to carry out high risk work unless it sees written evidence of the relevant licence, and must keep a record of that evidence.
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- What
- Scaffolders need a basic, intermediate or advanced high risk work licence where a person or thing may fall more than four metres from the scaffold.
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- worksafe.qld.gov.au
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Frequently asked questions
Which WHS law does this come from?
High risk work licence needed for scaffolding work is a WHS requirement set out in Scaffolding code of practice 2021 (QLD). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (QLD). The relevant provision is Scaffolding Code of Practice 2021 > Licensing and Competency.
What does this WHS obligation require?
High risk work licence needed for scaffolding work is a WHS obligation under Scaffolding code of practice 2021 (QLD). In short, Scaffolders need a basic, intermediate or advanced high risk work licence where a person or thing may fall more than four metres from the scaffold.
What changed recently?
High risk work licence needed for scaffolding work was last updated on 9 October 2026.
