Prerequisite
As this is a safety course you will be required to provide evidence of prior completion of RIIWHS204E – Work Safely at Heights or equivalent qualification before you can commence the training. This should be in the form of your USI transcript that shows the relevant qualification. https://www.usi.gov.au/usi-vet-transcripts/students-and-their-vet-transcripts
Course Overview
The Working Safely at Heights Online course is designed for individuals who ideally have previously completed the nationally recognised unit of competency RIIWHS204E – Work Safely at Heights and need to maintain their current competency, or for those individuals with a comprehensive understanding of safely working at heights. Whilst a certificate of competence issued by an RTO for a nationally recognised competency technically never expires, the Australian Working at Heights Association (WAHA) strongly recommends that re-certification of a Safe Work at Height Training course should occur every 2 years.
This self-paced online course allows participants to gain and update their theoretical knowledge and awareness of current legislation, risk control measures, and best-practice procedures for working safely at height — without the need to attend a full face-to-face course.
Who Should Complete This Course
This training is ideal for workers, supervisors, and contractors who:
- Perform tasks where there is a risk of falling from one level to another.
- Already hold a Statement of Attainment in RIIWHS204E – Work Safely at Heights.
- Need to renew or refresh their training to meet employer, site, or regulatory requirements.
Course Content
Participants will gain an understanding of:
- Current WHS legislation and employer/worker responsibilities
- Identifying work requirements, hazards, and risk controls
- Safe systems of work and permit-to-work processes
- Correct selection, inspection, and use of fall prevention and protection equipment
- Emergency procedures and incident response
Assessment
Participants complete a series of online assessment activities and tasks.
Delivery Mode
100% Online – self-paced, accessible 24/7 through our secure learning platform.
Duration
Approximately 3-4 hours to complete, depending on experience and familiarity with the course content.
Outcome
Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Statement of Attainment – RIIWHS204E – Work Safely at Heights
**We strongly recommend attending a face to face course if you have never completed formal training and have a limited understanding of the subject matter.
Price: $250