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Working at Heights initial (2 days) – Invercargill
About the course
Our Working at Heights 2 day courses offers full coverage of theoretical and practical knowledge required including hazards at working at heights, set-up requirements and the impact that appropriate fall arrest systems have on improving workplace safety
Where there is a fall risk, an employer is responsible to ensure that staff are trained on how to work safely and use the equipment according to manufacturer and WorkSafe best practice guidelines.
Our Working at Heights course teaches both the theoretical and practical knowledge required plus awareness of height specific hazards. It provides participants with the knowledge and awareness of hazards at working at heights, set-up requirements and the impact that appropriate fall arrest systems have on improving workplace safety.
- Hazards associated with different work at heights (e.g. roofs, scaffolding, window cleaning, construction/building, maintenance work and inspections)
- Health and Safety at Work Act 2016 (HSWA) and height safety
- Hierarchy of fall arrest and fall restraint
- Fall distances versus forces exerted on the body
- Suspension trauma
- Isolation of height hazards versus minimisation
- Appropriate PPE
- 17600: Explain Safe Work Practices for Working at Height (Can be booked as a standalone one day onsite course.
- 23229: Use safety harness system when working at height (Pre-requisite for 15757)
- 15757: Use, install and disestablish temporary proprietary height safety systems when working at height
- 25045: Employ height safety equipment in the workplace
Course Duration
- 2 days
Price
- $632.00 per person
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is working at heights training?
It teaches safety skills for working above ground, including fall protection and hazard awareness.
How long is the course?
This is a 2-day training course designed to cover both theory and practical skills.
Who needs this training?
Anyone working in construction, maintenance, or industries where height safety is required.
Is the course NZ compliant?
Yes, it follows New Zealand safety standards and workplace requirements.
What will I learn in this course?
You will learn risk management, safety systems, and correct use of equipment.