RIIWHS204E Work Safely At Heights

The work safely at heights course is run over 1 day. This unit of competency 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.

Note: The terms Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and Work Health and Safety (WHS) are equivalent and generally either can be used in the workplace. In jurisdictions where the National Model WHS Legislation has not been implemented RTOs are advised to contextualise the unit of competency by referring to the existing State/Territory OHS legislative requirements.

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Pre-Requisites

There are no pre-requisites to this unit. 

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RTO Entry Requirements

Students must satisfactorily complete a language, numeracy and literacy assessment prior to or on course commencement to assess capacity to meet the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the course. Students will also need to have the physical capacity to undertake the practical components of this course.

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Training

The course is facilitated by a highly experienced training team, and includes trainer presentations, small group work, independent self paced and lots of opportunity for practical hands on activities.

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Assessment

A range of assessment methods are used to monitor student progress and assess competence. Knowledge checks and practical skill demonstrations are used across all units, some units also require written activities to be completed.  Throughout the course trainers are available to assist and support students in their learning journey and in the completion of assessment requirements.
 

Employment Outcomes

Students who are successful in gaining this qualification can expect to be eligible for jobs in the resources and infrastructure industries.  

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Recognition of Prior Learning

Australasia Fire & Emergency Response College is committed to recognising knowledge and skills acquired through work experience, education, training and life experiences. Call our Training Department on 07 5343 3058 for a personalised RPL kit.