Work safely at heights

RIIWHS204E

Work safely at heights

Price
$290
Course Overview:

This course is designed for new and experienced personnel required to work safely at heights at an operational level typically in the resources and infrastructure industries. The course will expose students to a broad range of height risk situations and to implement safe working procedures according to the regulations and legislative requirements governing working safely at heights.  

Course Content:

Students will learn to identify risks and implement appropriate control measures as well as interpret and apply risk assessment documentation, technical and safety information as well as understand the strengths and limitations of the fall protection equipment available for working safely at heights. 

Students will perform two work safely at heights scenarios using various safety systems. This includes installing equipment checking and correctly fitting, adjusting and anchoring fall protection systems and associated equipment.

Who Should Take This Course?
Why Choose This Course?

This course is ideal for:

  • Personnel required to work at heights

  • Anyone considering working on a roof

Quality training in working at heights can minimise risks and ensure safety in the workplace. This course provides:

  • Practical, real-world training in working at height

  • Instruction from experienced emergency response professionals

  • Hands-on exercises to reinforce early intervention procedures 

  • nationally recognised qualification upon successful completion

Assessment and Certification:

A Nationally recognised Statement of Attainment will be issued upon successful completion of this course 

Course Duration and Delivery:

This training is available in different delivery formats to accommodate workplace needs:

  • Face-to-face training: Typically 7 hours, including practical exercises

  • Blended learning: Online theoretical components combined with in-person practical assessments, usually 3 hours

Enrol Today!

Enhance your height safety with our work safely at heights course. Enrol today to gain the confidence and skills needed to act quickly and effectively in emergency situations.

For more information or to book your training session, contact us now!

Units Delivered:

The following units will be included in your certificate:

  • RIIWHS204E – Work safely at heights
Course Delivery:
This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by the training provider.
 
GJS business Solutions and Training can train throughout NSW and also has a dedicated training room at Jamisontown near Penrith, NSW.
 
Please feel free to contact us for group bookings greater than 5 for a discount.
Course Durations:

Course durations can vary for multiple reasons, so the durations below are a guide.

Refresher min. duration4 Hours
Blended min. durationN/A
Face-to-face min. duration7 Hours
Online with face-to-face min. duration3 Hours
Entry Requirements:

An individual undertaking this course with Allens Training Pty Ltd will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:

  • Psychological and physical capability to be able to meet the demands of the practical demonstrations for this course, such as the undertaking of the requirements to work safely at heights wearing appropriate PPE and using appropriate fall protection equipmentParticipants will need sufficient physical ability to lift equipment infrequently from ground to overhead and access heights above 2m. 
  • Protective slip resistant footwear/safety shoes and comfortable/practical clothing must be provided by the student and worn during the practical sessions and assessment. 
  • Language, literacy and numeracy requirements – students must be able to read and correctly interpret required documentation relevant to working at height, speak clearly and unambiguously in English, explain, describe and verify sometimes complex needs and issues and understand the risk assessmenrequirements. Writing is required to the level of completing workplace forms and producing any required reports. Numeracy is required to the level of being able to correctly calculate total fall distances for example. 

 

Please contact us if you cannot meet the Entry Requirements before enrolling. 

Assessment Requirements:

Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks.

Certificate provided on completion of both –  nil recognition can be given if you fail to complete one or both tasks. 

Provider of training

Certificate Renewal Requirements:
  • This certificate does not require renewal
  • Industry recommendation of 12 months
Learner Rights, Responsibilities & Support:
Please note that enrolment to this course is made with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. Please refer to the student handbook located on the RTO website allenstraining.com.au (https://allenstraining.com.au/students/student-handbook) for all details relating to rights and responsibilities including complaints and appeals.
 
Assessment Activities:

Performance tasks and practical scenarios:

  • Performance tasks: 

    • Work safely at heights on at least two occasions, including: 
      • on a brittle surface with several skylights

      • on a flat surface with uneven ground conditions

    • Assess hazards and risks associated with working at heights and implement appropriate control methods 
    • Select, wear and care for personal protective equipment 
    • Identify required safety systems including fall protection and associated equipment 
    • Check the correct fitting, adjust and anchor fall protection and associated equipment 

    Documentation – The student must complete all documentation according to the required standard:

    • Access, interpret and apply technical and safety information. including the JSEA/ SWMS for each scenario, for working at heights  
    • Complete an equipment maintenance log

    Theory assessment  A written assessment consisting of multiple-choice and short answer questions. The student must successfully complete all assessment questions.