Currently no Licence is required for most classes of earthmoving machinery and plant.

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However, the WHS ACT 2012 states that the PCBU (employer) must ensure the operator receives adequate information, training, instruction and supervision by a competent person in the safe use of any mobile plant in a workplace.

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In the unfortunate event of a major injury or incident the PCBU will potentially have to prove they have shown due dilligence and provide documented evidence of training (either formal or informal).

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One way for a PCBU to meet their duty of care is to provide nationally recognised training.