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RIIWHS204E-Work safely at heights




              UNIT  INTRODUCTION


              This resource covers the unit RIIWHS204E - Work safely at heights.


              This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to work safety at heights in
              the Resources and Infrastructure Industries.

              This unit it appropriate for those working in operational roles where they are required  to
              perform work at heights.

              Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can
              vary between states, territories, and Industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced
              prior to application of the unit.

              Note: The terms Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and Work Health and Safety (WHS)
              are equivalent and generally either can be used in the workplace. In jurisdictions where the
              National Model WHS Legislation has not been implemented RTOs are advised to contextualize
              the  unit  of  competency  by  referring  to  the  existing  State/ Territory  OHS  legislative
              requirements.


              ABOUT THIS RESOURCE

              This resource brings together information to develop your knowledge about this unit.  The
              information is designed to reflect the requirements of the unit and uses headings to makes it
              easier to follow.

              Read  through  this  resource  to  develop  your  knowledge  in  preparation  for  your
              assessment. You will be required to complete the assessment tools that are included in
              your program. At the back of the resource are a list of references you may find useful to
              review.

              As a student it is important to extend your learning and to search out text books, internet
              sites, talk to people at work and read newspaper articles and journals which can provide
              additional learning material.
              Your trainer may include additional information and provide activities, slide  presentations,
              and assessments in class to support your learning.


              ABOUT ASSESSMENT


              Throughout your training we are committed to your learning by providing a training and
              assessment framework that ensures the knowledge gained through training is translated
              into practical on the job improvements.

              You are going to be assessed for:



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