The obligation
Licence requirements for workers carrying out prescribed high-risk work (e.g., scaffolding, rigging, crane operation, forklift operation).
Part 4 of the WHS Regulations 2012 (SA) requires workers to hold a SafeWork SA-issued high risk work licence before performing prescribed classes of work. Employers (PCBUs) must verify licence currency. Classes include scaffolding, rigging, crane/hoist operation, dogging, and forklift operation. Performing unlicensed high-risk work carries significant penalties.
- What
- Licence requirements for workers carrying out prescribed high-risk work (e.g., scaffolding, rigging, crane operation, forklift operation).
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- legislation.sa.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
High Risk Work Licences is a WHS requirement set out in Work Health and Safety Regulations 2012 (SA). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2012 (SA). The relevant provision is Work Health and Safety Regulations 2012 > Part 4 § Part 4.
What does this WHS obligation require?
High Risk Work Licences is a WHS obligation under Work Health and Safety Regulations 2012 (SA). In short, Licence requirements for workers carrying out prescribed high-risk work (e.g., scaffolding, rigging, crane operation, forklift operation).
What changed recently?
High Risk Work Licences was last updated on 26 August 2026.
