About the course
This course is for new and experienced personnel who work at heights at an operational level, typically in the resources and infrastructure industries. It covers a broad range of height risk situations, and how to put safe working procedures in place under the regulations and legislative requirements for working safely at heights.
You learn how to:
- identify risks and put the right control measures in place
- interpret and apply risk assessment documentation, and technical and safety information
- understand the strengths and limitations of the fall protection equipment available for working at heights
- install, check, fit, adjust and anchor fall protection systems and associated equipment
You then perform two work safely at heights scenarios using different safety systems.
Course details
Unit of competency: RIIWHS204E Work safely at heights
Ways to complete it:
Option Duration Price (GST free) Face-to-face 7 hours face-to-face $295 Online with face-to-face assessment Online learning and theory assessment, then 3 hours face-to-face (4 hours for groups of more than 5) $245 Refresher 4 hours face-to-face $195 Online learning: the online pre-course learning and theory assessment takes about 3.5 hours. People with similar prior training may finish sooner; people new to the subject may need longer.
Delivery: at your workplace or at a facility organised by us
Renewal: this certificate does not require renewal
Evidence of identity: an official form of photo identification, such as a driver licence, passport or student ID
What to wear: slip-resistant protective footwear or safety shoes and comfortable, practical clothing, which you provide and wear for the practical sessions and assessment
Assessment
You complete both written and practical assessment tasks.
Performance tasks:
- Scenario 1: work safely at height on a brittle surface
- Scenario 2: work safely at height on a flat surface
Documentation: you complete an equipment fault log to the required standard.
You also complete a written theory assessment of multiple-choice and short answer questions. You must answer every question successfully.
Entry requirements and support
You need the physical and psychological capability to take part in the practical demonstrations, which means working safely at heights while wearing the right PPE and using fall protection equipment. You need enough physical ability to occasionally lift equipment from the ground to overhead, and to access heights above 2 metres.
To complete the course you need these core skills:
- Learning: follow instructions, identify hazards, understand risk assessments, and ask for clarification when needed
- Reading: read and interpret regulations, workplace procedures, signage, and operating instructions for equipment
- Writing: fill out forms, write short notes such as field notes or incident reports, and clearly record key details from work tasks
- Oral communication: communicate clearly and listen carefully when giving or receiving instructions
- Numeracy: use numbers to support safe work, for example measuring distances for setting up, working out fall clearance, and interpreting equipment ratings
- Digital literacy: use a mobile phone or basic device to read messages, follow online instructions, complete online forms and access learning resources
When you enrol you complete a short self-evaluation against these core skills, so your trainer knows about any extra support you may need. For the online option you need a computer, smartphone, tablet or other device with internet access. The online learning is in the student portal, and support is available if you need it.
Enrolment with Allens Training
This course is delivered and assessed by Orana Skills Centre on behalf of Allens Training Pty Ltd, RTO 90909. Your enrolment is with Allens Training. The student handbook sets out your rights and responsibilities, including complaints and appeals.
In-house training
We run working at heights training for organisations at a time that suits your workforce, at your workplace anywhere in NSW and Australia. Use the form below or contact us to arrange a course for your team.