RIIWHS204E

Work Safely at Heights

Nationally Recognised Certificate
Fast Certificate Turnaround
Experienced and Certified Instructors
Flexible Learning Options
Industry Validated

Course Description

The unit RIIWHS204E – Work Safely at Heights – equips students with the essential skills and knowledge required to work safely in environments where there is a risk of falling. This unit is crucial for individuals in industries such as construction, mining, maintenance, and telecommunications, where working at heights is a common part of operations.

Throughout the course, students will learn how to identify hazards associated with working at heights and implement safety measures to control those risks. The training covers the selection and proper use of fall protection equipment, including harnesses, lanyards, and anchor points. Students will also gain knowledge of safe work practices, ladder safety, and emergency procedures in the event of an accident. Emphasis is placed on adhering to workplace health and safety regulations and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

This unit is ideal for workers, supervisors, and safety personnel involved in tasks that require working at elevated levels. It provides practical and theoretical instruction to ensure that workers can confidently and safely perform their duties at heights.

Upon completing RIIWHS204E, students will be able to safely assess, manage, and mitigate risks associated with working at heights, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and contributing to a safer work environment.

Units Delivered

Cost: $280.00

RIIWHS204E - Work safely at heights

Additional Information

Course Delivery

This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by the training provider.

Entry Requirements

An individual undertaking this course will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry: 

An official form of photo identification (e.g., driver’s licence, passport, or student ID).
Psychological and physical capability to be able to meet the demands of the practical demonstrations for this course, such as the undertaking of the requirements to work safely at heights wearing appropriate PPE and using appropriate fall protection equipment. Participants will need sufficient physical ability to lift equipment infrequently from ground to overhead and access heights above 2m.
Protective slip resistant footwear/safety shoes and comfortable/practical clothing must be provided by the student and worn during the practical sessions and assessment. 
To successfully complete this course, students will need to demonstrate the following language, literacy, numeracy and digital (LLND) skills during training and assessment:
- Learning: Follow instructions, identify hazards, understand risk assessments, and ask for clarification when needed.
- Reading: Read and interpret regulations, workplace procedures, signage, and operational instructions related to equipment use
- 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 receiving or giving instructions
- Numeracy: Use numbers to support safe working operations, for example, measuring distances for scene setup, fall clearance, and interpreting equipment ratings
- Digital Literacy: Able to use a mobile phone or basic device to read messages, follow online instructions, complete online forms or access learning resources

Online learning: Students must have basic digital literacy skills to navigate online platforms, complete assessments, and access course materials. Before enrolment, students should assess their ability to engage in online learning. Support is available where required. The online learning program can be found in the student portal. Students must have access to a computer, smart phone, tablet or other electronic device with access to the internet to complete the online studies and associated assessment tasks.

Delivery mode: Online with face-to-face The online pre-course learning and theory assessment is expected to take approximately 3.5 hours to complete. These timeframes are estimates. Individuals with prior experience in similar training may complete the online component in less time, while those new to the subject may need more time to complete all the learning content and theory questions.