Working At Heights

This unit is appropriate for those working in operation roles where they are required to perform work at heights. The course covers the necessary skills and knowledge to safely and competently work safely at heights to industry, workplace health and safety and Australian standards.

This Course Covers:

• Statistics

• Legislation and company procedures

• Risk Management

• Definitions and types working at height activities

• Equipment selection and correct use

• Anchor systems (including selecting anchorage)

• Fall restraint systems

• Fall arrest systems

• Work positioning systems

• Correct use of ladders and ladder safety training

• Rescue equipment and procedures

• Industry case studies

Course Delivery

Face to face training and assessment is conducted at one of Link Resources purpose built training facilities. Upon arrangement, training and assessment can be conducted on-site at the premises of industry clients providing there a suitable infrastructure and industry training facilities.

Outcomes 

Students who are deemed competent will receive a Statement of Attainment recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework. This certification is nationally recognised. The Statement is issued by Link Resources Training Pty Ltd (RTO 45483).

Entry Requirements

All students must be literate in the English Language (no interpreters allowed).

Due to the physical performance requirements of this unit, all students are to have a reasonable level of mental and physical fitness.

People with back, leg, arm or joint injuries may find it difficult to climb / access the practical area and perform activities at height. (Please note that students must be physically capable of wearing a harness and climbing for significant periods of time).

At enquiry, students can enter the program by expressing an interest and being sent an information pack that contains a booking notification and course information (Course Brochure).

This interest process enables the RTO and client to work together to ensure the course is suitable for them and to identify any additional support needs & make adequate provisions.

No pre-requisites exist for this Unit of Competency.

Pathways

Training & Education Pathways: After achieving this unit of competency students may undertake a range of associated resources and infrastructure units and qualifications.

Employment Pathways: After achieving these unit of competency students may seek employment in civil, construction, resources, manufacturing, utilities and maintenance industries.