2025 WorkSafe WA Licensing & Renewal Fess - High-Risk, Forklift
If you're applying for a WorkSafe WA licence in 2025, it's important to know the latest fees and processes. WorkSafe regularly updates pricing and licensing requirements on July 1st each year. This guide provides a comprehensive breakdown of the 2024/2025 costs for High-Risk Work Licences (HRWL) and other WorkSafe-regulated licences.
WorkSafe WA High-Risk Work Licence Fees (2024/2025)
As of July 1, 2024, the updated WorkSafe High-Risk Work Licence (HRWL) application and renewal fees are:
- Application for a new WA High-Risk Work Licence – $90
- Application to add a new class to an existing WA High-Risk Work Licence – $45.10
- Application to replace a WA High-Risk Work Licence – $29
- Application to renew a WA High-Risk Work Licence – $44
*Note: WorkSafe WA fees are subject to change each financial year. Always refer to the official WorkSafe WA website for the most up-to-date pricing.
What Happens When You Need to Apply for More Than One High-Risk Work Licence in a Single Application?
If you have multiple classes of High-Risk work licenses that you want to apply for the 'new licence fee' is charged for the first class of high-risk work and the 'add a new class' is charged for each additional class. For example, in 2025, if you wanted to apply for two classes of High-Risk work you would be charged $135.10 ($90 for the first class and $45.10 for the 2nd).
What Happens When You Need to Transfer Your Licence From Another State to WA?
You don't have to complete a new High-Risk course to have a valid license in Western Australia, however, you do have to apply to transfer your licence to WorkSafe WA. The 'new licence fee' is charged ($90) to transfer the existing license including all existing classes.
How Equip-Safe Simplifies Your WorkSafe WA Licence Application
Applying for a WorkSafe licence can sometimes be complex, but Equip-Safe makes the process easy when you complete one of our accredited training courses.
- We submit your application directly to WorkSafe WA on your behalf.
- We take your photo for your High Risk Work Licence (passport photo quality) to attach to your application.
- Ensuring correct documentation is submitted to avoid delays.
- Providing assistance with enquiries related to renewal processes and WorkSafe requirements.
- This means less hassle for you and a smoother licensing process after completing your training.
- A flat processing fee of $100 (including GST) is charged for your High Risk Work Licence application including passport photo and relevant licence
Renewing Your WorkSafe WA Licence
It is important to keep your registered address (as well as your email address) up to date, as WorkSafe will use that address to send you renewal reminders for your licence. To renew your WorkSafe WA licence, you will need to:
- Receive a renewal notice from WorkSafe WA before your licence expires.
- Submit your renewal application online or via mail with the applicable fee.
- Ensure your details are correct (especially your address) to avoid missing renewal notices.
You must renew your licence before your current licence expires to avoid having to pay the new licence fee.
Equip-Safe is a leading provider of High Risk Work Licence training in Western Australia. Enrol in the Equip-Safe High-Risk Course, and we will ensure a seamless process from training to certification.
