What is Verification of Competency?
A Verification of Competency (VOC), conducted by a qualified trainer and assessor, is an industry-recognised method of confirming that an individual can safely operate plant and equipment.
Verification of Competency (VOC) - Duration & Fees
1-2 Hours: $235.00 per person (GST-free)
Why do a VOC?
Forklift drivers are required to have their forklift operating skills assessed on an annual basis, and in some cases when renewing High Risk Work Licences.
Employers
The law requires an employer or Person Conducting a Business or Undertaking (PCBU) to ensure that their workforce, “as far as is reasonably practicable,” has the information, training, instruction, or supervision necessary to protect all persons from risks to their health and safety. A VOC can contribute to your workplace compliance.
Individuals
The law requires a worker to “take reasonable care” of their own health and safety and ensure that their actions or omissions do not adversely affect the health and safety of others. A VOC can demonstrate to a current or potential employer/PCBU that you are a competent and safe operator, that you are up to date with the latest industry standards, and that any break from using a particular piece of equipment has not diminished your competency.
Verification of Competency (VOC) Assessments by Nationwide Training
Nationwide Training can conduct VOC assessments on many types of mechanical handling equipment (MHE), including order picker, counterbalance forklifts, reach forklifts, Combilift forklifts, container handler forklifts, walkie stackers, WAVE machines, stock pickers, and more.
VOCs are also available for heavy rigid (HR) and medium rigid (MR) vehicles.
Forklift Experience and Refresher Training Options
Do you need experience operating a forklift?
Do you need refresher training to improve your forklift operating skills?
Have you not operated a forklift since obtaining your HRWL?
Call today to discuss options for accessing our training facility and training forklift to gain experience and refresh your skills.
One, two, or three-hour sessions are available.