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RIIWHS204E – Work Safely at Heights

Course Description
Topics Covered
Duration and Cost
What You Need To Know
Assessments
Licences and Certification
Cancellations and Withdrawals
Location
What to Bring
Resources Provided
Your Rights & Obligations

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work safely at heights in the resources and infrastructure industries.

It applies to those working in operational roles. They generally work under supervision to undertake a prescribed range of functions involving known routines and procedures and take responsibility for the quality of work outcomes.

Licensing, legislative and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories and industry sectors.

Locate and apply relevant documentation, policies and procedures demonstrate consistent timely completion of work at heights that safely, effectively and efficiently meets the required outcomes on a minimum of three (3) separate occasions including:
  • access, interpret and apply technical and safety information for working at heights
  • assess hazards and risk associated with working at heights and implement control methods
  • select wear and care for personal protective equipment identify required safety systems including fall protection and associated equipment
  • check that fitting, adjusting and anchoring of fall protection and associated equipment is correct
  • perform work safely at heights
  • correct storage an checking of equipment
  • clean up site on completion of work 
  • 1 day – 7.00am to 3.00pm
  • $325.00

    Prior to enrolling in this course you will need to obtain a Unique Student Identifier (USI) please visit usi.gov.au and ensure you have at least one form of identification
    • All students must pass a language, literacy & numeracy assessment (LLN)
    • Identification must be the originals and not laminated, also add a link to Safework NSW EOI: SW08446-0718-423971.pdf
    • PPE is required including safety boots and a hi-vis shirt
    • Tea and Coffee are provided (if conducted at our facilities), local shops are nearby
    • Please arrive 10 minutes prior to the commencement of training
    The (2) assessments will be conducted over the duration of the course – Knowledge and  Practical Assessments. A summative assessment will be conducted by an approved State regulatory body assessor (e.g. Safe Work NSW) All critical components must be demonstrated and answered correctly.

    Applicants deemed not yet competent will be provided the opportunity to undergo further training. Applicants cannot be reassessed for a minimum of 48 hours from the date of the original assessment. Note: There may be an extra cost for reassessment

    This is a Nationally Recognised Training course and applicants deemed competent at the conclusion of the course will be provided with a Statement of Attainment for RIIWHS204E Work Safely at Heights.

    A wallet size competency card will also be issued.

    In the event of cancellation or withdrawal:
    • Students who give notice to cancel their enrolment more than 10 days prior to the commencement of a program will be entitled to a full refund of fees paid.
    • Students who give notice to cancel their enrolment less than 10 days prior to the commencement of a program will be entitled to a 75% refund of fees paid. The amount retained (25%) by All Onsite Training and Assessment Services is required to cover the costs of administration and resources which will have already been committed based on the students initial intention to undertake the training.
    • Students who cancel their enrolment within 1 full business day prior program commencement OR after a training program has commenced will not be entitled to a refund of fees.
    • If All Onsite Training and Assessment Services cancels the training course, and is not rescheduling then a full refund will be returned to the payer.

    Training/assessment can be conducted at AOTA Training Facility – 275a Princess Highway, Unanderra NSW 

    High Vis clothing
    Steel capped boots
    Safety helmet
    100 points of ID – (including photo ID) Safework link for the evidence of identity https://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0005/51836/SW08446-0718-423971.pd
    Unique Student Identifier Number –   http://www.usi.gov.au/create-your-USI/Pages/default.aspx – if you need help with this our trainer will help you on the day.

    All equipment
    All courseware and handouts

    Please refer to the AOTA Student Handbook on the Student Resources Page, as well as:

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