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Work Safely at Heights RIIWHS204D

Training and Assessment Strategy

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Introduction

This Training and Assessment Strategy (TAS) provides a guide to Trainers/Assessors as to how to deliver and assess against the Work Safely at Heights course. The Work Safely at Heights course has been developed and packaged by EMS in consultation with industry and will be reviewed and modified over time, to align with industry feedback and requirements. This document provides the Trainer/Assessor the following information: • Training and Assessment Strategy • Lesson Plan • Tools and Resources • Answer Sheet All assessment tools are reviewed and validated on a regular basis, in accordance with the Standards for Registered Training Organisations. For further information, Trainers/Assessors may refer to the following: o EMS Policy and Procedures Manual for detailed information regarding the rights and responsibilities of the

Trainer/Assessor. This includes travel, training, assessment and requirements to support participants in achieving competency from enrolment through to assessment.

o EMS Participant Handbook for detailed information regarding the rights and responsibilities of the participants, including access to support services for specific learning needs.

For more information please contact the EMS Training Manager on 1300 133 302.


Training and Assessment Strategy

Course Title Work Safely at Heights Course Number RIIWHS204D Vocational Target

This course is aimed at workers who are required to work at heights or where there is a risk of falls. The curse covers a wide range of industry and can be tailored to a specific industry where required. Industries where this course is applicable incudes Mining and Resource sector, Construction and Manufacturing.

Vocational Education Level

This course is delivered as a Level 2 course as outlined in the VET Competency requirements. It is designed to meet the requirements of the WHS Regulations, Code of Practice for working at heights along with the Australian Standard 1891.4 for workers who are required to complete harnessed based work at height.

Award and Recognition

Successful participants will be awarded the RIIWHS204D Work Safely at Heights National Unit of Competency.

Delivery Mode Training is delivered face to face including both theory and practical components. Practical

application of skills is strongly emphasized. Physical Requirements

The Work Safely at Heights course is very practical/physical and requires a certain level of fitness. Persons participating in the course should feel comfortable climbing ladders, hauling ropes and be able to lift approximately 10 kilos of dead weight.

Standard of dress

Suitable work clothing is required when conducting practical activities. A minimum of a long sleeved shirt with long pants and sturdy footwear. Thongs, sandals, high heels, shorts, skirts and dresses are not permitted during practical activities.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisites for RIIWHS204D Work Safely at Heights. Training Facility The Work Safely at Heights course may be delivered at any facility that has secure access

to a training classroom with projector screen/whiteboard, seated space for the nominated number of participants and relevant amenities (lunch room and toilet facilities). A minimum height of 3m is required for all practical training requiring the use of a tripod. Where the Height Safety Simulator is in use (NSW only), there must be an appropriate parking space available (6m x 4m with an overhead clearance of 6m) that easily accessible for training from all four sides.

Course Duration The course is delivered over an 8 hour period. It is recognised that some participants may have current experience in the industry and may demonstrate the skills required. Whilst this can be taken into account the session needs to be conducted to suit all participants. As one may have experience others may not and may require additional time to complete tasks. Where courses are run in smaller groups the duration of the course can be reduced a maximum of 10%.

Trainer Requirements

In order to train and assess the Safe Work at Heights course the Trainer must have the following qualifications and experience: • Cert IV Training and Assessment. • RIIWHS204D Work Safely at Heights or equivalent. • EMS trainer development course for Safe working at Heights. • EMS Height Safety Trailer Familiarisation. • Have relevant current practical industry experience in working at heights.


Assessment Requirements

Assessment will be both summative and formative and will include: • Practical assessments completed both individually and as part of a team. • A written theory assessment. • Oral questioning throughout the course. • Group discussions.

The training package lists the following knowledge and skills required for the participant to be deemed competent: Skills • Locates and applies relevant documentation, policies and procedures • Demonstrates completion of working safely at heights that safely, effectively and

efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including: • Accessing, interpreting and applying technical and safety information for working

at heights;

• Assessing hazards and risk associated with working at heights and implement control methods;

• Selecting wearing and caring for personal protective equipment; • Identifying required safety systems including fall protection and associated

equipment; • Checking that fitting, adjusting and anchoring of fall protection and associated

equipment is correct; and • Performing work safely at heights.

Knowledge • Names and functions of equipment, components and materials • Complying with equipment manufacturer’s instructions and specifications • Safe shifting and handling of tools and materials • Adhering to statutory and regulatory authority requirements • The nature of work undertaken at heights • Complying with heights safety systems • The processes of providing for safe working practices • Using safety equipment/systems and considerations to facilitate working safely at

heights • Complying with safe work methods


Lesson Plan

Prior to the course commencing

• Complete the Risk Assessment Form for the venue • Confirm the identity of each participant • Ensure each participant completes the enrolment form and signs the student

agreement. • Identify Exits / Facilities including toilets • Provide participants with an outline of the day including break times • Identify to participants the requirements for assessment

Session 1: Working at Heights Legislation and Documentation 1.1 WHS Act Discuss the WHS Act

• Where the WHS Act can be found. • Requirement to control hazards • Duties of PCBU’s • Duties of Workers Duty to consult workers • Legal requirements for compliance • Penalties

1.2 WHS Regulations

• Provide an overview of the WHS • Regulations and review Part 4.4 • Where the WHS Regulations can be found • Review Part 4.4 as a group

1.3 Code of Practice

• Provide an overview of the Code of Practice and how it applies to the requirements for working at height.

• Where the Code of Practice can be found Legal standing and compliance

1.4 Australian Standards

Provide an overview of the Australian Standard 1891.4 and how it applies to the requirements for working at height.

• What are Australian Standards • Who Produces Standards • Where the Australian Standards can be found • Legal standing and compliance

1.5 Fall Requirements

Discuss the fall requirements set out in the Code Of Practice and the Australian Standards.

• When you require Fall Protection • 2m Fall Limitation • 6kN Force Limitation

Session 2: Risk Management 2.1 Safe Work

Method Statements / Job Safety Analysis

Detail the use of SWMS / JSAs and how they are used in the workplace.

• What are SWMS • Why SWMS are required by WHS Legislation. • Take participants through a SWMS

2.2 Working at Heights Permits

Discuss the use of Working at Heights Permits • When to use • Who completes permit • Who authorizes Permit

2.3 Identifying hazards

Discuss the different hazards found when working at height. • Responsibilities • How hazards are identified • How to quantify a hazard • Discuss the Take 5 concept


2.4 Quantifying

Risk Discuss the Risk Matrix and how Hazards and Risk is quantified.

2.5 Hierarchy of Control

Outline the Hierarchy of Control for controlling falls risks as outlined in the Code of Practice.

• Control of falls hazards • Controls for falling equipment

2.6 Fall Protection Categories

• Fall Restraint • Work Positioning • Fall Arrest

2.7 Standard PPE to be used when working at height

• Discuss the following standard PPE o Boots o Long Sleeved Clothing o Helmet o Gloves (where applicable)

2.8 Other Specific Hazards

Explain other hazards and considerations • Fall clearances • Pendulum effect

2.9 Materials and Equipment

Explain the importance of moving and handling materials and equipment safely.

• Tethering equipment • Hauling systems • Placing materials on surfaces • Manual handling issues

2.10 Barriers, Barricades and Signage

Discuss the importance of barriers and using barricades, Identify signage that may be used and when it is required.

Session 3: Fall Protection Systems and Equipment 3.1 Anchors Discuss the different types of anchor systems available in

industry. • Permanent Anchors • Temporary Anchors • Hazards associated with anchor various anchor

systems. Anchor Requirements

• Outline the requirements for identifying suitable anchors for both 1 and 2 workers.

Discuss what to do when you are unsure of the suitability of an anchor.

3.2 Slings Provide an overview of the different types of slings. • Anchor Straps • Load Slings • Round Slings

Cover

• Sling load angles • Pre use inspection • Life duration (10years) • Hazards and typical issues. • Load rating • Maintenance • Storage • Basketing • Choking


3.3 Connectors Demonstrate and discuss the various types, identification and markings, the use, associated hazards and issues, the load ratings, maintenance procedures and storage of the following:

• Karabiners • Quick Links (Tube Connectors)

Discuss issues with ‘Hard Linking’

3.5 Shock Absorbers

Demonstrate and discuss the various types, identification and markings, the use, associated hazards and issues, the load ratings, maintenance procedures and storage of Shock Absorbers

3.6

Shock Absorbing Lanyards

Demonstrate and discuss the various types, identification and markings, the use, associated hazards and issues, the load ratings, maintenance procedures and storage of the following equipment

• 2m lanyard • Adjustable Lanyard • Twin Tail Lanyards

3.7 Type 1 Fall Arrestors


• Rope Grab • Cable Grab



• Retractable Lanyards • Inertia Reels


Demonstrate and discuss the various types, identification and markings, the use, associated hazards and issues, the load ratings, maintenance procedures and storage of Recovery Reels

3.10 Harnesses Demonstrate and discuss the various types, identification and markings, the use, associated hazards and issues, the load ratings, maintenance procedures and storage of the following equipment:

• Seat Harness • Chest Harness • Full Body Harness

Highlight the following:

• Fall Arrest Points • Confined space Loops • Extension Straps • Marking of Harnesses • Pre use inspection • Correct fitting

3.11 Vertical Lifeline

Demonstrate and discuss the various types, identification and markings, the use, associated hazards and issues, the load ratings, maintenance procedures and storage of the following equipment:

• Vertical Lifelines • Temporary Vertical Lifelines • Horizontal Lifelines • Temporary Horizontal Lifelines


Session 4: Rescue 4.1 Rescue Legislation

• Regulations Part 4.4 section 80 on Rescue requirements

Plans and Procedures • Discuss the difference between a Rescue Plan and a

Rescue Procedure.

Equipment • Discuss the various Rescue Kits available.

Techniques • Demonstrate the use of the Gotcha Kit to retrieve a

fallen worker.

Suspension Trauma and First Aid Provide an overview of suspension trauma

• Provide an overview of Suspension Trauma • Demonstrate the use of Suspension Relief Straps. • Demonstrate how to reduce effect of Suspension

Trauma by moving in the harness and inversions. • Review ARC Guideline on Suspension Trauma and

discuss the first aid response for suspension trauma. •

5.0 Session 5: Practical Activities Carry out Inspection on Harness Hand out a selection of harnesses

to the participants. Some of the harness will be damaged and not suitable for use. The participant will carry out an inspection on the harness and will have to identify the faults and condemn the harness to complete this activity successfully.

Select and Fit Harness Participant is to correctly fit a full body harness for fall arrest.

Set up Fall Arrest System Set up a Fall Arrest System using the following equipment

• Anchor • Sling / Strap • Karabiner • Lanyard with H1 Hooks

Set up Fall Restraint System Set up a Fall Restraint System using the following equipment.

• Horizontal Static Line • Karabiner • Lanyard with H1 Hooks

Set up Retractable Lanyard Set up a Retractable Lanyard System using the following equipment.

• Overhead Anchor • Karabiner • Retractable Lanyard with

H1 Hook

Set up Adjustable Roof Safety Line Set up a Roof Safety Line and Adjust as required. Equipment required.

• Roof Safety Line


• Karabiners x 3 • Shock Absorber

Set up Vertical Lifeline Set up a vertical lifeline to gain

access to a height simulating that of a standard single level house roof. Equipment required;

• 50 Static Line • Throw Line and Weight. • Rope Grab • Karabiner • Anchor Strap • Ladder

Effect Rescue of Fallen Worker The participant is to act as part of a team to affect the rescue of a suspended worker. Equipment required;

• 50kg manikin in harness • Adjustable lanyard to

hang Manikin. • Gotcha Rescue Kit • Fall protection for

participant


Tools and Resources

Stationary Manuals Copy of the WHS Regulation 1 copy of each document for in class

reference only. Not to be retained by participants.

Copy of the Code of Practice (Not for Participants to keep)

Copy of Australian Standard AS 1891. (1,2,3 and 4) (Not for Participants to Keep)

Height Safety Participant Manual 1 copy per participant. Forms Enrolment / Assessment Workbook VET Feedback forms EMS Feedback forms Presentation Equipment Computer / iPad and Projector with PPT Presentation

(Alternative - White Board with Dry Erase markers or Butchers Paper)

Height Safety Equipment Height Safety Simulator (NSW only) / Scaffold Setup (or similar venue with suitable props.)

1 8m Extension Ladder 1

4m SS 8mm Horizontal Lifeline with Shackles and Turnbuckle.

1 4m Ladder 1

4m SS 8mm Vertical Lifeline 1 Aluminum Attachment Plate for Vertical Lifeline 1 SWH Participant Kit (Harness, Adjustable Lanyard, Sling, Triple Action Karabiner in webbing bag.)

6 20m Length of 11mm Rope 2

Gotcha Rescue Kit 1 4:1 Pulley System 1 2m Load Slings 2 Twin Tail Lanyards 2 Anchor Strap 2 Standard 2m Lanyard 2 Temporary Horizontal Lifeline (Webbing) 1 15cm Shock Absorber 1 Bow Shackle 2 30cm Shock Absorber 2 Quicklink Tube Connector Oval 2 Throw Line with Weight 1 Quicklink Tube Connector Delta 2 Type 2 Retractable Lanyard 4 Karabiner - Screw Gate 2 5m Roof Safety Line with Adjustable Rope Grab 2 Karabiner - Triple Action 6 Single Pulley 2 Type 1 Cable Grab 1 Double Pulley 2 Type 1 Rope Grab 1 Damaged / Condemned Harness 6 Beam Clamp 1 Damaged Retractable Lanyard 1 Pole Strap 1 Demo Attachment Points (Selection of) 1


Answer Guide

1 A B C D 9 A B C D 17 A B C D 25 A B C D 33 A B C D





6 A B C D 14 A B C D 22 A B C D 30 A B C D 38 True False



Refer to the question paper and place a circle around the correct answer.If you make a mistake or change youre mind simply cross out the incorrect answer and circle the correct answer.

Example A B C D

A B C D

Question 41 Where could get a copy of the Code of Practice – Working Safely at Heights?1.Online / Safe Work Australia / Workcover

Question 42 List two job tasks that may have an associated falls risk and would require fall protection.1. Answer must be a job that has a falls risk as per the WHS Regulation2. Answer must be a job that has a falls risk as per the WHS Regulation

Question 43 What weather conditions could change the risks or hazards whilst undertaking work at height

1. Wind / Rain/ Heat/ Cold/ Storms / Lightening etc Question 44 List 2 faults that would cause a harness to be removed from service1.Could be tears, damage to attachment points, chemical damage, UV damage, contamination, Question 45 List 3 ways that you could identify hazards in the workplace.1. This could be a physical method, reviewing procedures or paperwork, speaking with others, contacting governing bodies etc


Assessment Task 2 – Sample Answers. Answers supplied should be consistent with hazards likely to be present and control measures suitable to address the hazard identified. *Hazard ratings will be applicable for the hazards and control measures identified.

Likelihood Consequence

Minor (First Aid Required)

Moderate (Overnight in Hospital.)

Major (1 week in Hospital)

Extreme (Disability or death)

Extremely Rare (Once in 10 Years) Low Low Moderate High

Unlikely (Once in 5 years) Low Moderate High High

Likely (Once a year) Low Moderate High Extreme

Very Likely (Once a week) Moderate High Extreme Extreme

Certain (Once a day) Moderate High Extreme Extreme

Task Hazards Rating Control Measure Final Rating

Set up for work

Tripping on uneven ground M

Eyes on Path, Clear / Clean Work Area. (Good Housekeeping)

L

Exposure to sun M Slip, slop, slap and seek. Rotate workers Keep hydrated.

*

Erecting ladder near live powerlines

Electrocution * Isolate power (if possible). Relocate ladder, use fiberglass ladder etc

*

Back Strains / Sprains Crush / Pinch Points / Falling Ladder

*

Team lift, Use correct manual handling technique, Exclusion zones,

*

Climb ladder

Fall from ladder *

4 to 1, 3 points of contact. Set ladder up level, foot ladder, Awareness, use ladder anchor

*

Slip whilst getting of ladder onto roof *

Awareness, use ladder anchor. Use fall arrest system, 3 points of contact,

*

Clean leaves from gutter

Fall from Roof / Falling Objects *

Use fall restraint system, 15Kn anchor, 3 x T's Use tool lanyards, exclusion zones, signs, PPE etc

*

Cutting hands on sharp gutter * Wear cut resistant gloves,

Use scraper etc *

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