RIIWHS204E Work Safely at Heights  

• Course durations can vary for multiple reasons, so the durations below are the minimum possible amount.
• Refresher face-to-face contact time of at least 4 Hours
• Face-to-Face face-to-face contact time of at least 7 Hours
• Online with face-to-face assessment face-to-face contact time of at least 3 Hours

An individual undertaking this course with Allens Training Pty Ltd will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:  

• An official form of photo identification (e.g., driver’s licence, passport, or student ID).
• Psychological and physical capability to be able to meet the demands of the practical demonstrations for this course, such as the undertaking of the requirements to work safely at heights wearing appropriate PPE and using appropriate fall protection equipment. Participants will need sufficient physical ability to lift equipment infrequently from ground to overhead and access heights above 2m.
• Protective slip resistant footwear/safety shoes and comfortable/practical clothing must be provided by the student and worn during the practical sessions and assessment. 
• To successfully complete this course, students will need to demonstrate the following language, literacy, numeracy and digital (LLND) skills during training and assessment:
  • Learning: Follow instructions, identify hazards, understand risk assessments, and ask for clarification when needed.
  • Reading: Read and interpret regulations, workplace procedures, signage, and operational instructions related to equipment use
  • Writing: Fill out forms, write short notes (such as field notes or incident reports), and clearly record key details from work tasks
  • Oral communication: Communicate clearly and listen carefully when receiving or giving instructions
  • Numeracy: Use numbers to support safe working operations, for example, measuring distances for scene setup, fall clearance, and interpreting equipment ratings
  • Digital Literacy: Able to use a mobile phone or basic device to read messages, follow online instructions, complete online forms or access learning resources

Online learning: Students must have basic digital literacy skills to navigate online platforms, complete assessments, and access course materials. Before enrolment, students should assess their ability to engage in online learning. Support is available where required. The online learning program can be found in the student portal. Students must have access to a computer, smart phone, tablet or other electronic device with access to the internet to complete the online studies and associated assessment tasks.

Delivery mode: Online with face-to-face The online pre-course learning and theory assessment is expected to take approximately 3.5 hours to complete. These timeframes are estimates. Individuals with prior experience in similar training may complete the online component in less time, while those new to the subject may need more time to complete all the learning content and theory questions.

This certificate does not require renewal

Please note that enrolment to this course is made with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. Please refer to the student handbook located on the RTO website allenstraining.com.au (https://allenstraining.com.au/students/student-handbook) for all details relating to rights and responsibilities including complaints and appeals.

Performance tasks: 

• Scenario 1 Work safely at height – brittle surface
• Scenario 2 Work safely at height – flat surface

Documentation – The student must complete all documentation according to the required standard:

• Equipment Fault Log

Theory assessment – A written assessment consisting of multiple-choice and short answer questions. The student must successfully complete all assessment questions.

Students are required to complete a self evaluation against the following core skills as part of the enrolment process. This will allow your trainer to understand any additional support that may be required during the course delivery and assessment.