RIIWHS204D – Work Safely at Heights

This unit covers working safely at heights in resources and infrastructure industries. It includes: identifying the work requirements, work procedures and instructions for the task; accessing and installing equipment; performing work at heights; and cleaning up the work area.

This unit specifies the competency required to undertake safe working practices when working at heights or depths.

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 – 8.30am to 3.30pm

Prior to enrolling in this course you will need to obtain a Unique Student Identifier (USI) please visit usi.gov.auand ensure you have at least one form of identification

• Prior to enrolling in this course you will need to obtain a Unique Student Identifier (USI) please visit www.usi.gov.au and ensure you have at least one form of identification
• You must understand and speak the English language at a level that enables the safe performance and understanding of Legislation and obligations.
• You must supply a form of identification that includes your name, photo and signature
• Wear comfortable and practical clothing and enclosed footwear
• Tea and Coffee and Lunch is provided (if conducted at our facilities), local shops are nearby
• Please arrive 10 minutes prior to the commencement of training

Theory and practical demonstrations.

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 RIIWHS204D 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 Achieve 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 Achieve Training and Assessment Services cancels the training course, and is not rescheduling then a full refund will be returned to the payer.