Work Safely at Heights (Refresher)

Stay compliant and up to date with industry best practices by refreshing your RIIWHS204E Work safely at heights certification.
This refresher course is designed for workers who already hold the qualification and need to renew their skills and knowledge in accordance with current WHS legislation, codes of practice, and site safety requirements.
You’ll revisit key safety procedures, risk assessment processes, and the correct use of height safety equipment through a blend of hands-on exercises and realistic simulations. The focus is on maintaining your confidence and competence when working at heights — ensuring you and your team return home safely every day.

Accredited Unit of Competency

On successful completion, you will receive a Statement of Attainment for:

• RIIWHS204E Work safely at heights

Prerequisites

• Nil
• Please note: You will be required to submit current evidence (within the last 3 years) of a Working Safely at Heights Statement of Attainment (or its equivalent)

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What You’ll Learn

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Reconfirm correct harness fitting, adjustment, and inspection procedures
• Review and apply fall prevention and arrest systems, anchor points, and lifelines
• Update knowledge of current WHS legislation, risk assessment, and emergency procedures
• Strengthen confidence in identifying and controlling height-related hazards
• Reassess and document workplace controls through SWMS, Take 5, and inspection checklists

Who Is This Course For

This course is ideal for anyone working at heights, including:

• Individuals with a current or due to expire Work Safely at Heights certificate
• Workers required to demonstrate ongoing competency to employers, principal contractors, or regulatory bodies
• Employers wanting to keep their teams compliant, confident, and prepared for site audits or safety inspections

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How the Training Works

Training Delivery

• Delivered in person by a qualified trainer at one of Maxwell Training’s purpose-built simulators or an approved training facility
• The total course duration includes practical activities and assessments
• Learners will take part in demonstrations, group discussions, and realistic simulations using height safety systems and PPE

Practical Activities

• Conducting a pre-start safety inspection of height safety gear and the worksite
• Setting up and using fall-prevention and arrest systems
• Performing safe ascent and descent techniques
• Applying a Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) to a practical scenario
• Responding to simulated fall incidents and emergency procedures

Assessment

• Knowledge assessment (multiple choice and short answer)
• Completion of a Portfolio of Evidence including workplace documents such as a SWMS, Take 5, and equipment inspection checklists
• Practical demonstration of correct harness use, anchor point setup, implementation of risk control measures, and safe ascent/descent with 100% hook-up

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Entry Requirements

To fully participate and stay safe during practical activities, you must meet the following requirements:

General Requirements

• You will be required to submit current evidence (within the last 3 years) of a Working Safely at Heights Statement of Attainment (or its equivalent)
• Proof of identity must be supplied and verified on the day of training
• Minimum age of 14 years
• Students under 18 years must provide parental consent (unless linked to an employer)
• You need a Unique Student Identifier (USI) — apply free at www.usi.gov.au

Language, Literacy, Numeracy & Digital (LLND)

• Read and complete knowledge questions (basic Year 10 level literacy)
• Read and interpret safety signs, procedures, and manufacturer instructions
• Complete documentation such as equipment inspection checklists and SWMS
• Follow verbal and written instructions from the trainer
• Use a digital device (tablet, smartphone, or laptop) for assessments

Physical Requirements

• Be physically fit and capable of wearing a harness and performing basic physical movements to ascend and descend ladders and work at heights.

Got Any Questions?

If you’d like to know more about this course, entry requirements, or booking options — or if you feel that you may need support in class — our team is here to help!
Call us on 1300 MAXWEL or email [email protected] and we’ll make sure you have all the information you need.