Verification of Competency (VOC)

About VOC

VOC is a method of assessment that assists employers to meet Work Health and Safety (WHS) requirements and assures staff are competent to operate equipment or perform a task. VOC’s also ensure that the original decision of competence was valid and reliable.


Verification of Competency requirements are site and/or company specific. Essentially, if a work-site requests an individual to hold a current VOC for a specific piece of plant, that individual needs to comply in order to work on that site or for that company.

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Career Options

Holding a current VOC ensures you’re compliant and ready to work in roles such as:

  • Plant and machinery operators (excavator, skid steer, forklift, roller, etc.)
  • Construction and civil labourers
  • Site supervisors and tradespeople
  • Warehouse and logistics workers
  • Road, rail, or infrastructure project staff

Many major contractors require up-to-date VOCs for site access and insurance purposes.

Pre-Requisites

To complete a VOC, you must:

 

✔ Be at least 18 years old

✔ Have prior experience and/or formal training in the machine or task being verified

✔ Provide your existing ticket, Statement of Attainment, or proof of competency

✔ Bring photo ID and any required PPE

✔ Be physically fit for the activity being assessed

 

If you do not have previous training, we can recommend a full training course instead.

How To Apply

Applying for a course at Step123 is simple! Just follow these steps: