The RIIWHS204E – Work safely at heights course provides participants with the essential skills and knowledge required to operate safely in environments where there is a risk of falling. Vital for industries like construction, mining, and telecommunications, this training empowers learners to manage height-related hazards effectively. Through a mix of theory and practical application, participants develop the confidence to maintain workplace safety while performing routine operations at elevation.
What will you learn:
Students will be fully equipped to navigate the complexities of high-risk environments with heightened situational awareness. By fostering a proactive safety culture and mastering technical height-safety skills, you will be prepared to reduce the likelihood of incidents and contribute to a more secure and efficient worksite for yourself and your team.
• Age: Participants must be a minimum of 18 years old
• Unique Student Identifier (USI): A valid USI must be provided prior to course commencement
• Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital needs (LLND) must be assessed before commencing the course you are enrolled for. You need to be confident to interpret safety instructions, complete documentation and communicate directly and using radios.
• Identification: Official Photo Identification will need to be presented on the day of your course
The RIIWHS204E – Work safely at heights course is suitable for individuals who are required to work and respond as part of team in working at heights.
This course is ideal for:
Suitable for:
Completing RIIWHS204E – Work safely at heights provides participants with critical safety and professional competencies valued across multiple industries.
Key benefits include:
Completing RIIWHS204E – Work safely at heights is relevant for a range of operational and trade roles in mining, civil construction and industrial environments where safe work at heights is a routine requirement.
Roles that this unit may be relevant to:
Industry sectors where this unit may be relevant to:
On completing RIIWHS204E – Work safely at heights, students will be able to:
This course includes the following nationally recognised unit(s) of competency:
RIIWHS204E – Work safely at heights is a standalone unit of competency, under the Australian Quality Framework (AQF).
It may be delivered individually or as part of a qualification such as:
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
| RIIWHS204E | Work safely at heights |
There are no pre-requisites for this unit
The following methods will be used to assess competency for RIIWHS204E – Work safely at heights:
The RIIWHS204E – Work safely at heights unit is a nationally recognised competency, accredited under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
Successful participants will receive a Statement of Attainment for National Training Register – RIIWHS204E Work safely at heights issued by an Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO) upon demonstrating competency in all assessment requirements.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and training materials will be provided on the day of your course.
Our Forrestdale Training Facility has a compact kitchen area with an automated tea/coffee machine.
• A fridge and microwave are provided for participants to store and heat their own snacks/meals.
• A vending machine is stocked with quick snacks, healthy options and bottled/canned drinks.
• Alternatively, there are a variety of food outlets and cafes close by. We recommend purchasing before your course starts as businesses may change advertised operating hours without notice.
Courses include practical demonstrations and assessments that all participants are required to be involved in.
All participants are required to wear:
• Long pants
• Long sleeved shirts
• Steel cap safety boots
• Prescription glasses if worn.
We also encourage you to dress accordingly for weather conditions and suggest the following items:
• Hat
• Sunglasses
• Additional clothing to keep dry/warm if raining or windy
On the day of your course, you will be required to provide official photo identification on arrival at our Forrestdale Training Centre or other training locations.
Expired identification will not be accepted.
The RIIWHS204E Work safely at heights unit, requires students to have the physical and psychological capacity to safely perform practical tasks at elevation while wearing restrictive safety equipment.
• We will capture training, demonstrations and assessment by taking photographs or video or sound recordings.
• We will include in our enrollment package to you a photographic/media consent form which details the collection and use of your personal image in any way by Risk Management Training Solutions Pty Ltd (RMTS) for print and digital communications, publications, productions or presentations as well as for identification purposes and as evidence of participation and assessment activity.
• Your completed consent form will be placed on file and retained by RMTS. We will also advise you in this form on how you can withdraw your consent.
Exact daily schedules—including start and finish times, break periods, and assessment windows—will be provided upon completion of enrolment, allowing us to tailor information to your specific training group and location.
RMTS trainers and assessors deliver a blend of supervised learning, theoretical assessment activities, and realistic scenario‑based training to ensure learners can confidently apply their skills in real‑world environments. Each training day is structured to balance knowledge development with hands‑on practice, including multiple opportunities to participate in realistic simulations and skill‑building exercises.
This course can be delivered at a range of workplaces and training sites to provide realistic, industry-specific learning environments. See locations below:
RMTS can deliver many of our courses at your nominated site or in your workplace.
Why send staff off‑site when RMTS can deliver high‑impact training right at your location?
Contact us to tailor a site-specific program and create a delivery plan built specifically for your operational needs.
Experience dynamic learning at Forrestdale, Perth with great facilities in a great location
The cost of the RIIWHS204E – Work safely at heights reflects the high level of industry expertise, resources, and workplace-based training provided.
| Title | Fee |
| Full Fee1 | $240 |
| Location | Please request course fees for your workplace or onsite delivery |
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