RIIWHS204E – Work safely at heights

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work safely at heights in the resources and infrastructure industries.

It applies to those working in operational roles. They generally work under supervision to undertake a prescribed range of functions involving known routines and procedures and take responsibility for the quality of work outcomes.

Licensing, legislative and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories and industry sectors. Users must check requirements with relevant body before applying the unit.

Note: The terms Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and Work Health and Safety (WHS) are equivalent and generally either can be used in the workplace. In jurisdictions where the National Model WHS Legislation has not been implemented RTOs are advised to contextualise the unit of competency by referring to the existing State/Territory OHS legislative requirements.

Each course is structured to deliver essential skills, knowledge, and hands-on experience, including:

• Module 1: Identify work requirements
• Module 2: Identify work procedures and instructions
• Module 3: Access and install equipment
• Module 4: Perform work at heights
• Module 5: Clean up work area