RIIWHS204E Working Safely at Heights Course Ticket & Certification

Course: RIIWHS204E Work Safely at Heights
Course Duration:
– One day training course face-to-face or online with an onsite practical assessment.
– Half day refresher course for experienced operators.
Price: A$180 – A$200
Campus: Gold Coast Campus, Location – Exit 75 Carrara.

Course Details

Our Gold Coast Working at Heights program uses our purpose-built heights structure which includes a roof access walkway, twin tail tower climb, temporary static lines and travel restraint devices.

The training is delivered by industry experts with experience in the following industries: Telecommunication Rigging, Mining, Lifting and Rigging, Commercial Roofing, Australian Defence Force, and Industrial Rope Access.

Our experienced staff love providing height safety solutions to a wide range of industries and can customise training to meet certain industries for group bookings.

Course Requirements

  • Must have a valid USI Number – Click here to find your USI
  • Must have enclosed footwear
  • Must have High Vis vest and hard hat
  • Must arrive and be ready for course to start at 07:00am
  • Must be 15 years or older and have basic English reading and writing skills

Course Options

One Day Job Ready Training Course: What you will learn

This full day course is designed to increase your confidence and skills, this steady paced course is perfect for those who are just starting out in the industry or changing careers. Practical activities can be modified to suit all fitness and ability levels as your safety is our priority.

Inspect site to determine layout and physical condition, condition of structures, prevailing weather conditions, equipment requirements and potential hazards

Select and install appropriate signs and barricades

Identify, select and check safety equipment for serviceability

Access, interpret and apply height safety procedures and ensure the work activity is compliant

Proper & Effective use of Fall Arrest System

Adhere to WHS requirements

One Day Course Training & Assessment: What to expect

This program is designed for those starting out or have not worked at height for some time and wish to gain the knowledge to safely work at height. This is a class room face to face at a steady pace to guide you through the program with a practical component using our purpose built structure taking you through Anchor Systems, Fall restraint, Fall arrest and energy absorbing lanyards. Our structure uses a tower, vertical ladders, portable ladders, travel restraint and works on both a single and double story structure allowing plenty of time to become comfortable with the gear and its purpose.

Mixture of theory and practical training

Trainers aid available for students requiring additional support

Real world training scenarios to assist you in becoming job ready

Face to Face Training with experienced height safety trainer

No need to bring your own harness as we have one per student

Air conditioned classrooms

Half Day Working At Heights Refresher Course: What you will learn

Designed for students who have had previous experience with working safely at heights and may hold a ticket that is over 2 years old. This course will test your practical skills with a focus on advanced operations and current legislation. (RIIWHS204E – Work Safely at Heights and has an online component that must be completed prior to attending training). This can be conducted on the same day as;

Access, interpret and apply height safety procedures and ensure the work activity is compliant.

Select and install appropriate signs and barricades.

Inspect site to determine layout and physical condition, condition of structures, prevailing weather conditions, equipment requirements and potential hazards.

Adhere to WHS requirements.

Identify, select and check safety equipment for serviceability

Advanced operational techniques.

Half Day Working At Heights Refresher Course: What to expect

This course is designed for those that are currently working at heights and need to renew or refresh their working at heights certification with the theory component conducted online in your own time prior to the course and followed with a face to face practical component to go back over working at height safety systems and work position systems.

Theory refresher on current legislation

This course is designed for those who are required to update or refresh their certifications

Face to Face practical component with a Height Safety Trainer

No need to bring your own harness as we have one per student

Air conditioned classrooms

GL Training Work Safely At Heights Course Dates

Work Safely at Heights - Job Ready Program

NameDateTimeLocationAvailable SpacesCost
Work Safely at Heights - Job Ready Program 3 June 2023 07:00 am - 02:30 pm 8 Ryecroft street Carrara 7 $200.00
Work Safely at Heights - Job Ready Program 5 June 2023 07:00 am - 02:30 pm 8 Ryecroft street Carrara 4 $200.00
Work Safely at Heights - Job Ready Program 8 June 2023 07:00 am - 02:30 pm 8 Ryecroft street Carrara 2 $200.00
Work Safely at Heights - Job Ready Program 12 June 2023 07:00 am - 02:30 pm 8 Ryecroft street Carrara 3 $200.00
Work Safely at Heights - Job Ready Program 16 June 2023 07:00 am - 02:30 pm 8 Ryecroft street Carrara 8 $200.00
Work Safely at Heights - Job Ready Program 19 June 2023 07:00 am - 02:30 pm 8 Ryecroft street Carrara 4 $200.00
Work Safely at Heights - Job Ready Program 23 June 2023 07:00 am - 02:30 pm 8 Ryecroft street Carrara 8 $200.00
Work Safely at Heights - Job Ready Program 26 June 2023 07:00 am - 02:30 pm 8 Ryecroft street Carrara 4 $200.00
Work Safely at Heights - Job Ready Program 29 June 2023 07:00 am - 02:30 pm 8 Ryecroft street Carrara 8 $200.00
Work Safely at Heights - Job Ready Program 3 July 2023 07:00 am - 02:30 pm 8 Ryecroft street Carrara 8 $200.00
Work Safely at Heights - Job Ready Program 5 July 2023 07:00 am - 02:30 pm 8 Ryecroft street Carrara 5 $200.00
Work Safely at Heights - Job Ready Program 7 July 2023 07:00 am - 02:30 pm 8 Ryecroft street Carrara 8 $200.00
Work Safely at Heights - Job Ready Program 10 July 2023 07:00 am - 02:30 pm 8 Ryecroft street Carrara 8 $200.00
Work Safely at Heights - Job Ready Program 14 July 2023 07:00 am - 02:30 pm 8 Ryecroft street Carrara 8 $200.00
Work Safely at Heights - Job Ready Program 17 July 2023 07:00 am - 02:30 pm 8 Ryecroft street Carrara 8 $200.00
Work Safely at Heights - Job Ready Program 9 August 2023 07:00 am - 02:30 pm 8 Ryecroft street Carrara 7 $200.00
Work Safely at Heights - Job Ready Program 11 October 2023 07:00 am - 02:30 pm 8 Ryecroft street Carrara 8 $200.00
Work Safely at Heights - Job Ready Program 15 November 2023 07:00 am - 02:30 pm 8 Ryecroft street Carrara 8 $200.00
Work Safely at Heights - Job Ready Program 6 December 2023 07:00 am - 02:30 pm 8 Ryecroft street Carrara 8 $200.00


Work Safely at Heights - 1/2 Day Experienced Operators Course

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Why Choose GL Training for Working At Heights Certification?

Accredited Registered Organisation

Here at GL Training we have been delivering quality training to the Gold Coast and Northern Rivers communities since 2014. Our innovative approach to training has led us to offer different course structures, by breaking down old barriers of traditional training methods allowing us to develop a training plan for your individual experience level and learning ability.

Hand-picked Expert Trainers & Operators

At GL Training we take pride in only employing experienced Industry professionals and operators that have worked in the industry, and that can relate to the challenges often found on sites when working at heights. In addition to expert trainers we use the latest in height safety equipment and techniques during training to equip new student operators with the skills necessary on today’s work sites.

Comprehensive Training Systems

Our purpose built Working at Heights Training Structure has been purposely designed to test the skill required to safety work at heights. It consists of towers, vertical ladders, traveller systems and solar panel inspections and has been designed specifically for the building and construction industry to replicate the tasks being performed on site and caters for the beginner to the experienced and those that would like to refresh their skills and is open for the individual student or group bookings.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does my ticket last?
The certification does not expire but most sites that you work on will request that it is updated or renewed with a two year mark to maintain industry currencies
Can I just do the online refresher?
Yes you can but you will only receive a statement of attendance in the theory component of Work Safely at Heights and this may restrict you working on some sites.
If I do online, how long do I need to attend the facility?
Normally about three 3-4 hrs to complete the practical component and any other paperwork that may be required
How long after completing the course do I get my ticket?

Participants that demonstrate competency receive their certification in both a Statement of Attainment and a photographic card , Those who choose the theory only online option will receive a statement of Attendance once the online program has been successfully completed and will receive an email containing the confirmation.

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