Code: RIIWHS204E

Work safely at heights

Our Work safely at heights course will provide you with the knowledge and skills you will need to work safely at heights in accordance with industry requirements.

This height safety course provides practical training using height safety equipment to acquire the skills to safely work at heights and comply with legislation.

The Working at Height Association of Australia (WAHA) recommends re-certification every two years. – see www.waha.org.au

Australian Standards for fall protection equipment requires a maximum operating capacity of 136kgs. Equip-Safe provides fall protection equipment to these standards.

If you believe you may exceed these parameters (including PPE and tools), please contact Equip-Safe on 08 9358 5722 to discuss further.

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Fees

Course Fee: $275

CTF Subsidised Fee: $82.50*

Relevant Membership Discount Fee: $261.25**

Training and assessment course fees do not incur GST.

Training and assessment course fees do not incur GST.
* CTF eligibility criteria must be met
** Relevant membership discount will be applied to the full fee. Equip-Safe will verify membership eligibility

Course code

RIIWHS204E

Duration

1 Day

Course content

Theory

Legal Requirements and Guidance Material
Definition of Working at Heights
Fall Restraint v Fall Arrest
Pendulum effect
Hazards associated with Fall Arrest Harnesses
- Suspension Trauma
- Positional Asphyxia
- Injuries from incorrectly fitted harness
Emergency Plan / Rescue Plan

Practical

Conduct risk assessment/ SWMS (Safe Work Method Statement)
Inspect FIPS (Fall Injury Prevention Systems) and Fall Arrest Harnesses
Safe use of Fall Arrest Harnesses
Conduct self rescue
Use Fall Injury Prevention Systems including: fall arrest harness, ladder, ladder bracket, adjustable lanyard, static line, static line shuttle, industrial inertia reel, adjustable rope lifeline with energy absorber and brake device, anchor points, carabiners, descender, suspension trauma straps

Course requirements

Prior to course commencement the learner is required to review the ETI Learner Handbook, all terms and conditions, and policies that apply to this course, found at found at Terms & Conditions/Policies page
For all training conducted on Equip-Safe premises, learners must wear suitable work clothing and fully enclosed shoes (Safety boots/shoes are preferable). All other protective gear, i.e. hard hats will be supplied.

Course breakdown

Core Units of Competency

Code	Description
RIIWHS204E	Work safely at heights

Certification & assessment

A statement of attainment will be issued detailing the unit/s of competency completed. A record of training card will also be issued.

Skills recognition

The Electrotechnology Training Institute Limited (ETI), trading as Equip-Safe, Skills Recognition Policy applies to those individuals seeking formal recognition of their competency(s) through the granting of, or credit towards, an Australian Qualifications Framework Training Package qualification, unit of competency or Vocational Education and Training (VET) accredited course. For more information, please see our Skills Recognition Policy.