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Civil Starter Combo
Excavator, working at heights and confined space in one 4-day course. The plant ticket plus the two safety units most civil site inductions ask for.
- Price
- $899Per person
- Duration
- 4 daysFace to face
- Units
- 3Civil combo
- Next start
Dates and seats
Every row is a real seat. Seats left update as people book.
What you’ll learn
- Conduct civil construction excavator operations
RIIMPO320FPlan the job, do pre-start and safety checks and set up the work area. Then dig, trench, backfill and load trucks with an excavator, and finish with shut-down, cleaning and basic maintenance.
- Work safely at heights
RIIWHS204ESpot fall hazards and pick the right control. Check and fit a harness, set up anchor points and travel restraint, and work from ladders and raised areas safely.
- Enter and work in confined spaces
RIIWHS202ERecognise a confined space and read the entry permit. Test the air, set up isolation and ventilation, enter and work safely, and follow the emergency and rescue plan.
Who it’s for
New starters who want to get onto a civil site, and labourers who want to move up to plant. No experience needed.
What’s included
- Training and assessment by qualified trainers, on real plant in a working yard
- Pre-course online learning (6 to 8 hours online)
- A statement of attainment for each unit you're assessed as competent in
Before you start
- A USI (Unique Student Identifier). It's free at usi.gov.au and you can add it after you book.
- Photo ID on the first day.
- A short online pre-training review before the course. It checks your reading, writing and maths, confirms you meet the entry requirements, and tells us about any support you need.
- Able to get on and off plant and work outdoors on uneven ground.
Bring on the day
- Photo ID and your USI
- Steel-capped boots, hi-vis and long pants
- Lunch and water
What you get
A statement of attainment from Stark Institute (RTO 45180) for each unit you’re assessed as competent in. These units can also count towards a full qualification later, such as the Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations.
Questions
Is this a licence?
No. In Victoria you don’t need a licence to operate an excavator or skid steer, and working at heights and confined space aren’t licences either. You get a statement of attainment for each unit you pass, which is what employers and site inductions ask for.
Do I need experience?
No. The course starts from the basics. If you already do this work every day, ask about RPL instead.
Can my employer pay?
Yes. Choose “My employer” when you book and we email a Stripe invoice to your accounts team, payable by card or bank transfer. For four or more workers, ask about a group date.
What if I'm not yet competent at the end?
Your trainer tells you what to work on and arranges another assessment. Stark’s assessment and re-assessment rules are explained in your pre-training information.
Can I change my date?
Call 0469 338 334 as early as you can. Changes and refunds follow Stark’s refund policy.