RIIWHS204E – Work safely at heights

Course Overview

The RIIWHS204E - Work Safely at Heights course is designed to equip participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to work safely at heights in various industries, including construction, mining, maintenance, and other high-risk environments. 

This course aligns with RIIWHS204E - Work Safely at Heights from the RII Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package. Participants will develop the skills and knowledge required to safely work at heights in accordance with Work Health and Safety (WHS) regulations, Australian Standards, and industry best practices.

Who Should Enrol?

This course is suitable for individuals who:

✔️ Work or intend to work in industries where working at heights is required.
✔️ Are required to understand risk management practices associated with working at heights.
✔️ Need to refresh their existing qualification in accordance with industry standards and regulations.

What You’ll Learn

The course covers the following key areas:

✅ Identifying work requirements, procedures, and instructions for working at heights.
✅ Assessing and controlling risks associated with working at heights.
✅ Selecting, checking, and correctly using height safety equipment, including fall arrest systems.
✅ Understanding legislative and regulatory requirements for working at heights.
✅ Implementing workplace procedures for safely performing work at heights.
✅ Responding to incidents and emergency procedures.

Prerequisites & Entry Requirements

🔹 Participants must be at least 18 years of age.
🔹 Basic English literacy and numeracy skills required.
🔹 A reasonable level of physical fitness is necessary to complete practical assessments.
🔹 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required (e.g., harness, helmet, gloves, and steel-capped boots).
🔹 100 Points Valid ID (eg. Drivers Licence, Medicare Card & Bank Card)

Course Duration

📆 Full Course: Typically one day (8 hours) including theory and practical components. 
📆 Refresher Course: Approximately 4–6 hours, depending on prior experience.
📆 RPL: Assessment time may vary based on evidence provided.

Course Delivery Methods

📖 Face-to-Face Training: Conducted at our training centre or on-site at your workplace. 
📖 Blended Delivery: Theory components can be completed online; however, all practical assessments must be conducted in person at an approved training facility or workplace to meet competency requirements.
📖 Workplace Training: Customised on-site delivery to meet specific organisational requirements. 
📖 Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): Available for those with relevant skills and experience.

Assessment Methods
Assessment includes:

📖 Theory Assessment: Multiple-choice and short-answer questions.
📖 Practical Demonstration: Hands-on application of working at heights procedures.
📖 Workplace-based Assessment: Where applicable, assessments can be conducted on-site.

Certificate & Outcome 

Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Statement of Attainment for RIIWHS204E - Work Safely at Heights, issued by Corrsafe RTO 40621. This qualification is nationally recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Industry best practices recommend refresher training every two years, as per the Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 (QLD) and the Managing the Risk of Falls at Workplaces Code of Practice 2021.

Career & Job Opportunities

Completion of this course may be required for roles such as:
🏗️ Construction and maintenance workers
🏠 Roofing and scaffolding professionals
⛏️ Mining and resource sector employees
🔌 Telecommunications and electrical workers
🏭 Industrial and warehouse personnel

Funding

This course may be eligible for CSQ funding, which provides a subsidy of $225.00.
Eligibility criteria:
✔️ Participants must be currently employed in the construction industry or actively participating in the workforce.
✔️ Must hold evidence of working in a construction industry. (e.g., White Card, Blue Card, SOA, QBCC Card, Work Card, Invoice, etc)
✔️ CSQ funding cannot be applied retrospectively.
✔️ Funding availability is subject to CSQ guidelines and may change.
For further details, please click here or get in touch with us.

Why Choose Us?

🏆Corrsafe RTO 40621 is an industry-leading training provider with extensive experience in safety training.
🏆Our trainers are highly qualified with real-world experience in high-risk work environments.
🏆We offer flexible training solutions, including on-site and group bookings.
🏆​Our training facilities are equipped with industry-standard safety gear.

Enrolment Process

We make enrolling in our training courses simple and efficient. Follow the steps below to secure your place in a course.
1️⃣ Select Full or Refresher course. 

Face-to-Face Training

1️⃣ Select your preferred training date from the options below.
2️⃣ Complete the online enrolment form.
3️⃣ Receive a booking confirmation with all relevant course details.

Online Theory & Practical Training

1️⃣ Select your preferred training date from the options below.
2️⃣ Complete the online enrolment form.
3️⃣ You will receive an email with the learning material - this should be completed prior to scheduling your practical training and assessment.
4️⃣ Contact Corrsafe to schedule a date for your practical. 📞 Phone: 07 47 852 850   📧 Email: admin@corrsafe.com.au