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Working at Heights Refresher — NSW

Work safely at heightsRIIWHS204E · Statement of Attainment

Refresher training for workers exposed to fall risks in construction, roofing, maintenance and high-rise storage. You must provide your current underlying qualification certificate before taking this refresher.

Issued by Edway Training (RTO 91401)

Nationally recognised4 hrs in classOffered in NSW
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An experienced worker demonstrates a connected fall-arrest harness while an assessor observes

Refresh your skills for working at height

Work safely at heightsRIIWHS204E · Statement of Attainment

Your Statement of Attainment doesn't expire, but a refresher is generally recommended every two years, or sooner if your employer, a site policy, or time away from height work calls for it.

You revisit the practical skills and knowledge used when your work carries a risk of falling.

The course combines theory and hands-on activities, followed by an assessment.

  • What you'll learn
  • Identify work requirements, procedures and instructions
  • Select, inspect, install and use height-safety equipment
  • Identify hazards and apply risk controls
  • Use harnesses, lanyards, anchor points and ladders safely
  • Apply work-positioning, fall-prevention and fall-arrest procedures
  • Complete practical and theory assessment activities
Duration4 hrsTheory, practical activities and assessment
DeliveryIn personTrain with an instructor at Seven Hills
AssessmentTheory and practicalComplete both during the course
CredentialWorking at Heights RefresherWork safely at heightsRIIWHS204E · Statement of Attainment
RecognitionNationally recognisedAccepted in every state and territory

Before you book

A quick language check is part of enrolment. You'll need enough English to read, write and understand the course. After booking, you'll complete a short language, literacy, numeracy and digital (LLND) check in your student account. You need to pass it to do the course. Not sure? Try a practice check first. If you don't pass, you get a full refund minus the $30 administration fee.Try a practice check

What you'll need

A USI. A Unique Student Identifier.

Photo ID. A valid photo ID, shown when you arrive on the day. Bring the government-issued original with you.

Your current certificate. You must already hold the underlying qualification and provide your current certificate before you take this refresher course.

Physical ability. You need to be physically able to complete the practical tasks at height.

An experienced worker demonstrates a connected fall-arrest harness while an assessor observes

Your credential

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Statement of Attainment

RIIWHS204E · Work safely at heights

Emailed to you when you finish, and always available to download from your student account.

Where your Statement of Attainment works

Your Statement of Attainment for RIIWHS204E Work Safely at Heights is nationally recognised, so it is accepted in every state and territory.

Your Statement of Attainment is the document you carry. This competency is not a high-risk-work licence.

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How you'll train

In person

Revisit fall-prevention procedures and practise using height-safety equipment with a trainer, then complete theory and practical assessment activities.

Where you'll train in New South Wales

Edway Training and Training Aid's Seven Hills centre: the glass entrance to Unit 34 beside a roller door, in a row of industrial units.
Seven Hills · Sydney
Unit 34, 195 Prospect Hwy, Seven Hills NSW 2147
Unit 34 in the Prospect Highway complex. The training rooms are up a staircase, and there is no lift.
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Venue details

Accessibility

We have a ground-floor training room available for participants who require wheelchair access or have difficulty using stairs. Its availability may depend on participant numbers, so please notify us of any accessibility requirements when booking.

Getting there

Seven Hills Station and the bus interchange are nearby. Use the Transport for NSW Trip Planner for the best current service and accessible-travel information.

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Parking

There is no customer parking on site. Limited public parking may be available nearby, including the small Blacktown Council Car Park 72 on Hope Street. Parking limits and availability vary, so check all signs. Allow extra time to park and walk to the venue.

Finding the entrance

Look for Unit 34 and the Edway/Training Aid signage. The entrance leads to a staircase up to the training rooms.

Food and coffee options are available nearby.

What happens after you book

  1. 1Check your emailYour confirmation email shows your venue, date and time. It comes from no-reply@edway.edu.au. It usually arrives within a few minutes of booking.
  2. 2Set up your student accountLog in with the details in your confirmation email and set up your account.
  3. 3Have your USI readyA Unique Student Identifier is required for this course. Get or find yours at usi.gov.au.
  4. 4Provide your current certificateUpload your current underlying qualification certificate before taking this refresher course.
  5. 5Complete a short LLND checkIn your student account you complete a short language, literacy, numeracy and digital (LLND) check. You'll need enough English to take part and to pass it.
  6. 6We confirm your enrolmentOnce you've finished the LLND check, we confirm your enrolment by email. If there's a problem with your eligibility, we'll contact you directly before you start.
  7. 7On the dayYour ID is checked when you arrive. Wear steel-cap boots and bring your government-issued photo ID. You need to be physically able to complete the practical tasks at height.
Wondering about your credential? See What you'll receive.

Your Statement of Attainment

  1. 1No application neededOnce you successfully complete the course, there is no separate application to lodge.
  2. 2Download your recordYour Statement of Attainment is emailed to you and stays available in your student account.
  3. 3How long it lastsYour Statement of Attainment records your successful completion. No renewal interval is stated here.

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