Working at Heights Course in Perth west Australia
RIIWHS204EWorking at Heights

Working at Heights – Face to Face

One day of practical heights training in Malaga, Perth

Nationally Recognised Training
$280
Total course fee
  • National Code: RIIWHS204E
  • Course Type: Short Course
  • Duration: 1 day
  • Delivery: Face-to-Face
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Course Overview

Nationally recognised training for anyone working at height. Covers hazard identification and risk assessment, fall prevention and fall arrest systems, selecting, inspecting and fitting a harness and lanyard, anchor points, ladder safety, and emergency and rescue procedures.

Entry Requirements

To enrol in this course, you must meet the following requirements:

  • Minimum age 18
  • Unique Student Identifier (USI) and photo ID required
  • Sufficient English to read and interpret safety signage, permits and equipment instructions
  • Physically able to wear a full-body harness, climb and work at height, and enter and exit a confined space in PPE
  • Wear long trousers, a long-sleeved shirt and enclosed steel-capped footwear
  • Our equipment is rated to a maximum of 140kg including tools and PPE. If you're close to or above this, please contact us before booking - we can usually make arrangements

Course Structure

Delivery

1 day, face to face at our Malaga training facility, [START]-[FINISH].

What You'll Cover

  • Hazard identification and risk assessment
  • Fall prevention and fall arrest systems
  • Selecting, inspecting and fitting a harness and lanyard
  • Anchor points and ladder safety
  • Emergency and rescue procedures

How You're Assessed

  • Written knowledge assessment
  • Practical demonstration
Assessment Note

Both assessments are completed on the day. On successful completion you receive a Statement of Attainment for RIIWHS204E Work safely at heights. Industry practice is to refresh every 2 years - see our Working at Heights Refresher.

How to find us?

Our Malaga facility is at 7 Montgomery Way, Malaga WA 6090, a few minutes from Reid Highway and Tonkin Highway.

By car:
Limited free on-site parking, on street parking in surrounding streets. Malaga's streets get busy with heavy vehicles between 7 and 8am, so please allow a little extra time.

By bus:
The closest stop is Victoria Road Before Irvine Drive, approx. 3 minute walk to our location, served by route 363 (Mirrabooka to Ballajura Station via Victoria Road and Beringarra Avenue). Route 363 runs weekday peak times only, with no weekend or public holiday service.

If you're travelling on a weekend, or outside peak, Alexander Drive (routes 360, 360X, 361, 362) and Beach Road (routes 449, 450) run all week and are about a 600 metre walk.

By train:
Take the Ellenbrook Line to Ballajura Station, then route 363 into Victoria Road on weekdays, or route 449 or 450 to Beach Road any day. Ballajura Station has a bus interchange at its southern entrance and free parking if you'd rather drive part of the way.

Planning your trip:
Check timetables at transperth.wa.gov.au using 7 Montgomery Way, Malaga as your destination.

Please check your booking confirmation before travelling, as some courses are held at our Northbridge location.

Catering

This course is not catered, so please bring your own lunch, snacks and drinks.
A fridge is available for storing food. From Monday to Friday, a lunch bar is located a few minutes’ walk away, and a mobile food van also visits the area.

Certification

Statement of Attainment for RIIWHS204E Work safely at heights.
Industry practice is to refresh every 2 years.

Working at Heights Refresher:
View the Working at Heights Refresher course

Fees & Funding

$280 AUD full course fee

GST free - nationally recognised training. Harnesses, lanyards and all fall arrest equipment provided.

Refund Policy

Full refund with at least 2 working days' written notice before the course start date. No refund for non-attendance without notice.

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$280 AUD
⏱️ 1 Day

One day of classroom and practical training at Malaga, with written and practical assessment completed on the day.

What's Included

• Experienced trainer
• All training materials
• Harness and fall arrest equipment provided
• Statement of Attainment on successful completion

$190 AUD
⏱️ Half Day

One day of classroom and practical training at Malaga, with written and practical assessment completed on the day.

What's Included

• Experienced trainer
• All training materials
• Harness and fall arrest equipment provided
• Statement of Attainment on successful completion

Upcoming Course Dates

Career Outcomes

This qualification may lead to the following career opportunities. Please note: completion of training does not guarantee employment.

  • Construction Worker
  • Roofer
  • Scaffolder
  • Rigger
  • Telecommunications Worker
  • Maintenance Technician

📚 Units of Competency

1 Units
Unit Code Unit Title Nominal Hours
RIIWHS204E Work safely at heights

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work safely at heights, including hazard identification, fall prevention and fall arrest systems, harness and lanyard use, anchor points, and emergency and rescue procedures.

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Recognition of Prior Learning

If you have relevant training or on-the-job experience you may be able to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning. Evidence such as certificates, a resume or reference letters is required. Contact us before enrolling to discuss eligibility. Fees may apply and are outlined before you proceed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Your Statement of Attainment for RIIWHS204E doesn't carry an expiry date. In practice, though, most WA employers and site inductions require heights training to have been completed within the last two years, and some sites ask for annual refresher training. If it's been a while since you trained, our Working at Heights Refresher takes 3–4 hours and covers you for another two years. If you're not sure what your site requires, check with your employer before booking - we're happy to talk it through.