Course Description
This course applies to persons who required to work safely at heights. 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.
Unit of Competency
RIIWHS204D Work safely at Heights
Course Content
- Legislation, Regulation and Australian Standards
- Falls from Heights Incidents
- Hierarchy of control
- Suspension trauma, who it affects and how to prevent it
- Correct selection and use of PPE
- Anchor points and safety ratings
- Fitting and inspection of full body harnesses
- Fall Arrest vs. Fall Restraint
- Maintenance of equipment
- Knot tying
- Ladder safety
- Initial rescue from heights
- Appropriate height safety work permits
- Other height safety equipment and may also include a practical demonstration if available on site
Assessment
Assessment of knowledge will be conducted by use of a workbook and verbal questioning. Participants will also be required to demonstrate competence through a range of practical activities.
Bookings
To enquire and/or book your place in the Work Safely at Heights training, call 1300 666 101 (Monday to Friday – 8.00am – 4.30pm) or email bookings@parcor.com.au
