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Last checked 31 October 2026
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South Australia
Forklift operator
Moves and stacks materials with a forklift in warehouses, workshops, stores and supply yards.
- Required by law
High risk work licence — Forklift truck (LF)
Required in every state to do this work (you must be 18 or over). Valid for 5 years and recognised Australia-wide. Renew within 12 months of expiry, or you must train and be assessed again.
- Depends on the job
High risk work licence — Order picking forklift (LO)
A separate class, only if you operate an order picking forklift. The LF class doesn't cover it.
Employers and mine sites often add their own requirements. Always check the job ad or ask the agency.
Sources for forklift operator in South Australia
- Safe Work Australia — High risk work licences
- Safe Work Australia — High risk work licence classes
- WorkSafe Victoria — High risk work licence
- SafeWork NSW — High risk work licences
- WA Government — High risk work licensing
General information only, not legal advice. Rules change and can differ between sites. Check the official source or ask your employer before you act.
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