Course title:
RIIWHS204E Work safely at heights
Discounted Cost: $130*
Full Cost: $330
Upcoming Course Dates:
Upcoming Course Dates:
| Course Date | Start Time | Enrol Today |
|---|---|---|
| Fri September 11 2026Sep 11 2026 | 7:30 am | Enrol One Person Enrol a Group |
| Wed September 16 2026Sep 16 2026 | 7:30 am | Enrol One Person Enrol a Group |
| Wed September 23 2026Sep 23 2026 | 7:30 am | Enrol One Person Enrol a Group |
Course Description
Working at heights includes any job where there is a chance of you being injured by falling from one level to another, like falling off a roof. Any person who is working at heights needs training, clear work instructions and must use fall prevention and safety equipment.
This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles where they are required to perform work at heights. The course examines the skills and knowledge required to work safety at heights in the Resources and Infrastructure Industries.

National Accreditation
This is a Nationally Accredited course. Accreditation means that the course has been assessed by a VET regulator and is compliant with the Standards for VET accredited courses. This course has been assessed by ASQA as compliant with the Standards for VET Accredited Courses 2012 and the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
Course Outcomes
During this course you will learn about:
Planning out the work. Choosing and installing safety equipment. Working at heights safely. Cleaning up the work area after you have finished. Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will receive a Statement of Attainment.
Course Assessment
Competency is obtained through both theory and practical assessments. The practical assessment requires you to demonstrate the skills required to be deemed competent. The theory assessment will be undertaken in a written form. If you feel you will be disadvantaged by undertaking a written assessment, please discuss with your trainer/assessor prior to the beginning of the time for the theory assessment.
Admission and Attendance
All attendees MUST have a USI (Unique Student Identifier). We are unable to issue a credential unless a valid USI has been provided.
Please click here to apply for a USI prior to the course or be prepared to apply for one on the day (in which case a Driving License and Medicare Card is required).
The duration for this course is 8 Hours. Please arrive 5 minutes before the class starts.
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Course Breakdown
| Course Code: | RIIWHS204E |
| Discounted Cost: | $130* |
| Full Cost: | $330 |
| Payment: No payment is required until the day of your course. Certificates and Cards are presented on the same day as course completion. | |
| Duration: | 8 hours |
| Location: | Fyshwick, ACT |
| Delivery Method: | Face-to-face |
| Nationally Accredited: | Yes |
| Trainer/s: | Michael Mills |
| Delivered at Client Site: | Upon request |
| Maximum Places: | 12 |
| Languages: | English |
Discounts:
As of the 19/8/25 you may be eligible for a $200 discount off your course fees through TFA Funding. Click here for eligibility requirements.
Downloads:
📄 PDF: Student Guide (309.75 KB)
