101: Introduction to Racking Safety

The starting point for anyone working around racking

If your team works in or around a warehouse, this is where racking safety starts. It doesn’t matter whether someone operates a forklift, picks orders, or manages the loading dock – if they are near racking, they need to understand the basics of how it works and what can go wrong.

This is a short, self-paced online course that gives staff a practical introduction to racking safety – what to look for, what to avoid and what to do if something doesn’t look right.

Who this course is for

This course is designed for anyone who works around a racking system, including:

  • Warehouse staff and order pickers
  • Forklift operators
  • Receiving and dispatch staff
  • Anyone new to working in a warehouse

No prior knowledge of racking is required.

What the course covers

  • What racking is and how it works
  • Common causes of racking damage and collapse
  • How to recognise damage and what it means
  • What to do if you spot a problem
  • Your responsibilities when working around racking
  • The basics of load limits and why they matter

What you’ll be able to do after this course

On completion of this course you’ll be able to:

  • Describe the basic elements and configurations of a racking system
  • Understand and apply load and damage limits in line with the relevant standards
  • Define the responsibilities for safe operation around racking

Get the foundation you need to work around racking safely and with confidence.

How the Introduction to Racking Safety course works

This course follows IRIA’s learn, confirm and test approach. Each section is followed by a short quiz that must be passed before moving on, with a final assessment at the end.

The course is completed entirely online, at your own pace. Managers can track completion across their team through the IRIA training portal. On passing, staff receive a certificate as evidence of training for Work, Health and Safety compliance purposes.

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  • Do I need any experience before starting this course?

    None at all. 101 Introduction to Racking Safety is designed as a starting point. No prior knowledge of racking or technical background is required. If you work in or around a warehouse, this course is relevant to you regardless of your role or experience level.

  • How long is the certificate valid for?

    The course will require a refresher every two years, or whenever there is an AS4084 update.

  • What standard does the course cover, and is it up to date?

    101 Introduction to Racking Safety is built around AS4084 – the Australian standard for steel storage racking. The course content is aligned with the most recent version, AS4084:2023, which introduced updated requirements for inspections, damage classification and record keeping.

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