Working at Height Training

Course Overview

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.

Topics Covered

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 

What You Need To Know

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