Unit Standards: 25045
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Description
This training is for anyone who works at height and is at risk of a fall. It is particularly relevant for:
- Tradespeople (builders, electricians, painters, roofers)
- Maintenance and installation workers
- Building inspectors
- Supervisors and managers in these fields
COURSE CONTENT
This unit standard is aimed at those who require knowledge and skills of height safety equipment. Participants will learn to:
- Identify the common types of height safety equipment used in the workplace
- Select suitable height work equipment for specific tasks
- Identify appropriate anchor points for fall arrest systems
- Use height safety equipment correctly in a workplace environment
- Plan rescue techniques and emergency procedures for working at height
This course covers NZQA Unit Standard(s):
25045: Employ height safety equipment in the workplace
Attendees
Course opened by request only.
Minimum 6 | Maximum 12
Entry Criteria
Learner Detail Confirmation:
All learners are required to have their identity verified prior to attending training.
If a learner is new to Industry Training Works, or their details cannot be confirmed within our database, we may request a copy of valid identification to complete enrolment.
Course Criteria:
ITW highly recommends trainees have experience with working at height and hold unit standard 23229 safe use of a harness and height safety equipment.
Participants must meet minimum English language requirements (e.g. NCEA Level 1 or equivalent / IELTS 5.5) If this requirement is not met, a reader/writer must be provided (not another course participant).
Literacy & Numeracy Support
We have processes in place to support all participants throughout their training, helping them achieve certification where applicable.
There is also a free online learning platform, Pathways Awarua, which helps build reading, writing, and maths skills, along with practical work and life skills. This includes support for learning to drive (Road Code), heavy vehicle and forklift licences, health and safety, and understanding personal finance (My Money).
Find out more about Pathways Awarua here.
