Refresh Your Skills and Stay Safe at Heights
The Work Safely at Heights Refresher (RIIWHS204E) Course is designed to refresh and strengthen your skills so you can continue working safely and confidently in elevated environments. This course keeps you up to date with industry standards, WHS legislation, and best practice, while revisiting key areas such as hazard identification, risk control, and the correct use of height safety equipment.
Perfect for construction, mining, and maintenance workers, this nationally recognised refresher ensures you remain competent, compliant, and ready to work safely at heights.
Course Delivery
Online
Course Outcome
Course Fee
$180
Work Safely at Heights Refresher - Course Information
The Work Safely at Heights Refresher course is designed for people who have previously completed height safety training and want to keep their skills up-to-date and retain compliance for site.
You’ll learn how to:
Identify and assess height-related hazards and risks.
Correctly use fall-arrest systems, harnesses, and other height safety equipment.
Apply WHS legislation and site-specific height safety procedures.
Plan and perform work safely at heights using safe work methods.
Conduct pre-use checks on equipment and understand inspection requirements.
Respond effectively to emergencies or incidents involving height work.
Course delivery and assessment
This refresher course is delivered 100% online, so you can complete your training anytime, anywhere with internet access. The program features interactive modules, videos, and real-world scenarios to refresh your knowledge and strengthen your ability to work safely at heights. You’ll have 30 days from enrolment to complete the course.
Assessment is competency-based and ensures you can apply safe work practices with confidence. It includes:
Interactive quizzes and knowledge checks throughout the course
Scenario-based questions to demonstrate practical understanding
A final assessment to confirm your skills and compliance are current
* Most people can complete this refresher course within 2-4 hours depending on prior knowledge and experience.
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this refresher course, you will be awarded a nationally-recognised Statement of Attainment for:
RIIWHS204E - Work Safely at Heights
This certification is nationally recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) and can support applications for higher roles in safety and compliance.
Career pathways
Construction: Roofers, builders, bricklayers, electricians, painters, and plumbers.
Resources: Coal and metalliferous mining, drilling, and extractive industries.
Infrastructure: Telecommunications technicians and tower workers.
Maintenance: Building and solar panel cleaners and installers.
Specialised Roles: Scaffolders and site rescue personnel
Entry requirements
The following entry requirements apply to this course:
Previously completed a full Work Safely at Heights (RIIWHS204E) unit.
Basic computer skills and access to the internet.
Sufficient language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills to complete assessments, and;
A valid Unique Student Identifier (USI) - mandatory for all nationally recognised training. If you don't already have a USI, you can apply for one online at www.usi.gov.au or we can apply for one for you.
Support when you need it
Our online courses include the support of experienced industry professionals and support staff to guide you through the program. Our trainers are dedicated to helping you succeed and will be available to answer your questions and provide feedback on your progress. They will provide you with the guidance and support you need to fully understand the course material, as well as offer suggestions for further learning opportunities.
Furthermore, you will have access to a wealth of up-to-date, easy-to-understand online course materials, including videos, tutorials, and practice exercises, which will help you to deepen your understanding of the course material.
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The online refresher was simple and straightforward. After many years working at heights, the online course was a great way to update my skills and remain compliant for site.
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Course FAQs
The Work Safely at Heights refresher course costs $180.
Unfortunately, there is no funding available for this course.
Most people can complete this refresher course within 2-4 hours, depending on prior knowledge and experience.
Yes, students must have:
Previously completed the full Work Safely at Heights (RIIWHS204E) unit within the last 5 years.
Basic computer skills and access to the internet.
Sufficient language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills to complete assessments, and;
A valid Unique Student Identifier (USI) - mandatory for all nationally recognised training. If you don't already have a USI, you can apply for one online at www.usi.gov.au or we can apply for one for you.
Your SOA will be issued within 3-5 business days of successfully completing the course and receiving payment.
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