If you’re looking for dogman ticket Brisbane training that delivers real practical experience and nationally recognised outcomes, Major Training’s 5-day dogging course at our Virginia campus prepares you for high risk work across construction sites, civil projects, mining industries, manufacturing, warehousing, and infrastructure worksites.
Dogging involves safely slinging loads, directing crane operations, selecting lifting gear, and communicating with crane operators during lifting operations. Workers performing dogging tasks play a vital role in maintaining workplace safety and ensuring loads are moved safely on busy worksites.
Our dogman training course is delivered at Major Training’s northside training hub located at 16 Yarraman Place, Virginia QLD 4014. This convenient Brisbane location makes it easy for workers from Virginia, Geebung, Banyo, Northgate, Boondall, Nundah, and surrounding industrial suburbs to complete their dogging licence training without travelling across the city.
Following successful completion, participants can apply for a high risk work licence for dogging through Workplace Health and Safety Queensland.
Why Complete Your Dogging Course at Major Training Virginia?
Major Training delivers professional training designed to prepare participants for real dogging work and crane operations using practical training, hands-on learning, and realistic lifting scenarios.
Our purpose-built training centres are designed specifically for high risk work training and include both indoor and outdoor environments to ensure participants gain experience working in varying site conditions.
This dogman ticket Brisbane course includes:
- A full 5-day course, including theory, practical training and assessment
- Industry-experienced trainers with strong WHS and lifting backgrounds
- Real-world rigging equipment and authentic scenarios
- Indoor + outdoor training spaces for all weather
- Easy northside access + free onsite parking
- Small trainer-to-student ratios for quality supervision
The focus of our dogman training is simple – safe, confident, job-ready operators. We ensure participants develop the knowledge required, practical skills, and confidence to safely direct crane movements and perform dogging tasks in accordance with workplace health and safety standards.
What You’ll Learn in the 5-Day Dogging Course
This dogging course covers the national unit of competency CPCCLDG3001 Licence to Perform Dogging, including:
Planning
- Understanding load characteristics
- Determining slinging methods
- Calculating load weights
- Identifying hazards and managing risk
Selecting & Inspecting Equipment
- Chains, slings, shackles, hooks and lifting gear
- Tag lines, spreader bars and lifting beams
- Inspection techniques and rejection criteria
Slinging Techniques
- Direct slinging
- Indirect slinging
- Multiple lifts and complex load types
- Using communication methods including whistles, hand signals and radios
Directing Crane Operations
- Safe communication with crane operators
- Directing slewing, runner and tower cranes
- Coordinating complex lifts
- Maintaining exclusion zones
Assessment
The dogman ticket Brisbane course includes:
- Written theory assessment and knowledge test
- Practical assessments
- Practical load movement exercises
- Candidate assessment summary completion
Following successful completion, participants receive a nationally recognised statement of attainment for CPCCLDG3001 Licence to Perform Dogging.
Major Training also provides guidance on applying for the dogging dg licence through Workplace Health and Safety Queensland.
Who Is This Course For?
Ideal for:
- Labourers wanting to move into crane or lifting operations
- Workers entering rigging or construction pathways
- Civil and infrastructure teams
- Manufacturing and warehouse operations
- Anyone wanting to increase site responsibility and earning potential
No prior dogging experience required, just a willingness to learn and a commitment to safe practice.
5 Days of Hands-On, Practical Training
Dogging is a skillset you only develop through repetition and real practice. Over the five days you’ll work directly with loads, slings, lifting gear and crane operators to build genuine confidence and competency.
Virginia’s modern setup allows you to train safely, efficiently and without downtime.
What Is a Dogman?
Location: Major Training Virginia (QLD)
📍 16 Yarraman Place, Virginia QLD 4014
Our northside training hub includes purpose-built spaces for dogging, rigging, lifting and high-risk operations. Close to Sandgate Road, major industrial employers and public transport links, the Virginia location provides convenient access for workers across Brisbane’s northside industrial corridor.
Why Dogging Is in High Demand on Brisbane’s Northside
The industrial corridor running through Virginia, Geebung, Northgate and Banyo has seen consistent growth in:
- Warehousing and logistics
- Civil works and infrastructure
- Manufacturing and fabrication
- Construction and maintenance projects
With cranes, lifting equipment and complex load handling now standard on most sites, doggers remain in high demand — especially licensed operators who can communicate clearly and work safely under pressure. Completing your Dogging licence is a strong career move in this region.
Book Your Dogging Course at Virginia
Our 5-day Dogman ticket Brisbane run regularly throughout the year and fill quickly due to limited group sizes. Book online or call 1300 790 822 to secure your spot. Contact the team for group training, mutiple high risk work courses or onsite training options
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a dogman ticket?
A dogman ticket, also known as a dogging licence or DG licence, is a high risk work licence required for workers who perform dogging tasks such as slinging loads, directing crane operators, and coordinating lifting operations.
How to become a dogman in Australia?
To become a dogman in Australia, you must complete a nationally recognised dogging course such as CPCCLDG3001 Licence to Perform Dogging through an approved training provider and apply for your high risk work licence after successful completion.
Is a dogman the same as a rigger?
No. Dogging involves directing crane operations, slinging loads, and guiding crane operators safely. Rigging licence holders perform more advanced rigging tasks including structural steel installation and complex lifting setups.
How much does a dogman ticket cost?
Dogman ticket Brisbane course costs can vary depending on the training provider, location, and inclusions. Most dogging course programs generally range between $1,200 and $2,000, plus any applicable high risk work licence application fees.
