Work Safely at Heights

Working at heights can be a major workplace hazard, as falls can result in injuries and fatalities. This course provides you with the knowledge and skills you will require to work safely at heights using fall prevention and arrest equipment, ropes and appropriate anchorage points. The content will include how to identify and demonstrate the correct selection, use and maintenance of work positioning and fall injury prevention systems, as well as relevant equipment and technique. You will also be able to understand and participate in fall prevention programs in the workplace.

• fall prevention and arrest equipment, ropes and appropriate anchorage points
• implementation of legislative and Australian standard requirements related to height/roof and fall prevention
• other related legislation, codes of practice and standards
• types and identification of fall hazards in the workplace
• assessment of risks related to fall hazards, using appropriate risk assessment methodology
• how to determine and implement measures to control risks related to fall hazards using a number of control measures, including passive fall prevention systems, work positioning systems and fall injury prevention systems
• selecting and using ladders (fixed and portable), including single and extension ladders, and step ladders.

On successful completion, you will receive a Statement of Attainment for this course.

There are no entrance requirements for this course.

• provide photo ID to the trainer on the day of the course
• bring a pen and paper
• wear fully covered boots (with rubber soles) and appropriate protective clothing.

This course involves accredited units.  You will be required to complete assessment tasks to demonstrate your underpinning knowledge, skills and attributes to meet the course outcomes.  A combination of written, oral and practical assessment strategies will be used in either a classroom, online or workplace environment. 

Where units require demonstration of skills in a workplace environment, you will have the opportunity to do this either in your own workplace (where appropriate), through a practical placement, or by using one of the Institute's simulated workshops/classrooms.  Detailed information about the types, conduct and dates of assessments will be provided in advance.  You will also be provided with information about the opportunity for reassessment and appeal.

Here's an outline of fees and costs associated with your course (including resource and/or materials costs associated with your course).

Some courses require specific resources or materials necessary for your study eg: tools of the trade, excursions, etc. Final costs will be determined upon enrolment.

Booking your short course is easy and starts online. Once you've completed your online booking, you can choose from the following convenient payment options:

• Online: pay securely via our online payment portal.
• Over the phone: we will call you to take EFTPOS payment over the phone using your credit or debit card.
• In person: visit your nearest campus to pay by card.
• Authority to Invoice: if you nominate a third party (such as your employer) to cover your course cost, we will email you an Authority to Invoice form.

There are 5 simple steps when booking a short course with us. 

1. Book – Book online and complete our enrolment details at swtafe.edu.au 
2. Verify – You will be asked to verify your identity online as part of the booking process.
3. Pay – Pay online, in person, over the phone, or request an invoice for third-party payment.
4. Assessment – Some courses require a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment. We’ll let you know if it’s needed.
5. Attend – Once confirmed, we’ll email all the course details and any pre-reading required.

If need any assistance with completing your booking, contact our team via the live chat below, call 1300 648 911 or visit your nearest campus.

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