LIFTING OPERATIONS

Dogging Fundamentals for Safe Lifting Operations

Foundational learning for safe lifting operations. Our online workplace courses are not nationally accredited. Preparation and refresher learning does not replace required accredited training, assessment or a High Risk Work Licence.

LIFTING OPERATIONS THEORY

Understand the planning behind a controlled lift.

Explore the foundations of dogging through realistic lifting scenarios. The course connects hazard identification, task planning, equipment inspection, load information and communication so you can review the decisions that come before a lift.

  • Theory preparation and refresher
  • 10 learning modules + quiz
  • Lifting-operation scenarios
Gloved worker inspecting an unconnected fabric lifting sling on a ground-level inspection bench.
AI-generated illustration for this course; not a technical instruction or evidence of competence.

What you will learn

  • Recognise hazards around the load, crane, people, ground and planned travel path.
  • Identify the information and consultation needed to prepare a dogging task.
  • Review lifting-equipment inspection, identification and defect-reporting principles.
  • Interpret load weight, dimensions, centre of gravity and equipment-rating information.
  • Explain why communication, sling arrangements and controlled work areas matter.

Connect the information before the lift

  1. Scan

    Hazards, people and work area

  2. Plan

    Task, load and communication

  3. Select

    Serviceable, suitable lifting gear

  4. Coordinate

    Controls, movement and close-out

A conceptual map of the course topics. It is not a lift plan, load-rating chart or authority to carry out dogging work.

Who this course is for

Learners preparing for a Dogging High Risk Work Licence course and licensed doggers seeking a structured theory refresher.

About this learning resource

Online theory preparation does not provide a dogging licence.

This is a theory resource, not a substitute for a Dogging High Risk Work Licence, supervised practical training or formal assessment.

Course questions

Who is this course for?

It is designed for learners preparing for a Dogging High Risk Work Licence course and licensed doggers reviewing the theory.

Will completion provide a dogging licence?

No. Formal training, practical assessment and the relevant licensing process remain separate.

Does the outline include load and sling topics?

Yes. The course covers load weight, dimensions, centre of gravity, sling selection, hitches, angles and load factors.

How do I access the online course?

Use the course’s registration or continue-learning option above. Online completion does not replace formal training, practical assessment or the relevant licensing process.

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Course by AUFIWI

AUFIWI provides online learning resources in workplace safety, licence-theory preparation and Australian citizenship test preparation. This course focuses on the theory of hazard management, lifting equipment, load planning and communication in dogging.

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