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Working at Heights — NSW
Work safely at heightsRIIWHS204E · Statement of AttainmentFall-prevention training for anyone who works at height — roofing, construction, warehousing and maintenance.
Issued by Edway Training (RTO 91401)
Nationally recognised8 hrs in classOffered in NSW
What this course covers
You train for work where a fall is possible — building and construction sites, roof repair and maintenance, high-rise storage areas, and anywhere else a fall could happen. Fall prevention comes first and is the main focus of the day. Work positioning and fall-arrest systems are covered for the situations where prevention is not enough.
The day mixes theory with hands-on practice. You cover the work health and safety rules that apply, then do the practical work alongside a trainer.
- What you'll learn
- Identify the work requirements, procedures and instructions for the job
- Run a risk assessment before the work starts
- Access and install fall-prevention equipment
- Fit and use lanyards, straps and harnesses correctly
- Set safe anchor points and use work positioning
- Use ladders safely and work with fall-arrest systems
- Clean up the work area when the job is done
PrerequisitesNo experience neededJust the physical ability for the practical work at height
Duration8 hrs1 day of theory and hands-on practical training
DeliveryIn personA classroom session with a trainer, plus practical activities
AssessmentOn the dayYou complete your assessment in class
CredentialWorking at HeightsWork 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. It has to be government-issued.
Physical ability. You need to be physically able to do the practical tasks at height.
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.
Why do this course?
Employers have to make sure anyone doing fall-risk work is trained, so most sites ask for this ticket before you start. There is no heights licence in Australia — this training is what they mean by one.
Commonly asked for
- Roofer
- Solar panel installerSolar accreditation also takes an electrician's licence and the solar units.
- Construction labourerConstruction sites also need a current White Card.
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. Working at heights has no licence or card attached to it, in any state.
Accepted as it is
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How you'll train
In person
You spend a full day at our training centre: the classroom theory first, then hands-on practice with harnesses, anchor points and ladders under a trainer.
Where you'll train in New South Wales
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.
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.
Transport for NSW Trip Planner →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
- 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.
- 2Set up your student accountLog in with the details in your confirmation email and set up your account.
- 3Have your USI readyA Unique Student Identifier is required for this course. Get or find yours at usi.gov.au.
- 4Complete 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.
- 5We 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.
- 6On the dayBring one valid photo ID and wear steel cap boots. Arrive 15 minutes early. Your ID is checked when you arrive.
Wondering about your credential? See What you'll receive.
Your Statement of Attainment
- 1No application neededOnce your class finishes, your part is done — there is no application to lodge and no regulator to register with.
- 2Your record is emailed to youYour nationally recognised Statement of Attainment is emailed to you when you finish, and it's always in your student account to download.
- 3How long it lastsYour Statement of Attainment does not expire. A periodic refresher is industry practice.
Questions, answered
Is there a working at heights licence in Australia?
No. Safe Work Australia's list of high risk work licences covers scaffolding, rigging, dogging, cranes, hoists, forklifts and boilers — working at heights is not on it, and no state issues a heights card. What employers and sites ask for is training: this course gives you a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for Work Safely at Heights, which is the evidence they are after.
What jobs ask for a working at heights ticket?
Roofing and construction work where you could fall — employers have to make sure anyone doing fall-risk work is trained, so most sites ask for the ticket before you start. Solar panel installers need it too: the unit this course gives you, RIIWHS204E, is one of only two heights units Solar Accreditation Australia accepts for accreditation, alongside an electrician's licence and the solar units. On a construction site you will also need a current White Card.
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