Sydney Safety Training’s Safe Work at Heights Refresher Course in Sydney is designed for workers whose accreditation has expired or needs to be renewed. This one-day practical refresher programme ensures your RIIWHS204E – Work Safely at Heights certification remains current with WHS Act 2011 requirements and Australian Standards.

This refresher training reinforces essential fall-prevention skills, height-safety procedures, and rescue awareness. It’s ideal for construction, maintenance, roofing, and industrial workers who need to update their ticket to stay site-ready. As part of our nationally-recognised Safety at Heights Training, we can conduct this course from our Villawood training centre or on-site at your Sydney or NSW premises.

Working at Heights Refresher Sydney Course Dates

Our Work Safely at Heights Refresher prepares you for real-life scenarios. Be ready with Sydney Safety Training!

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Industry-Approved One-Day Work at Heights Refresher Course Details

Registration forms Go to our online booking form or call 02 9892 3370
Course dates and times Multiple days every week
7:20 am registration for 7:30 am start
Course duration One day
Location Sydney Safety Training Villawood Facility
Training Participants will be reviewed in:

  • Regulatory requirements
  • Risk Assessment & Hierarchy of Controls
  • When Fall Prevention is Required
  • Alternate Means of Accessing Heights
  • Height Safety Equipment
  • Safe Anchoring
  • Pre & Post Operational Checks
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Rescue Requirements/Practical Rescue Planning
Participants must demonstrate  All participants are required to:

  • Conduct a site risk assessment
  • Correctly fit a harness
  • Climb a fixed ladder using a type #1 fall arrestor
  • Operate a rope grab
  • Use a twin-tail lanyard on a static line while climbing
  • Use an inertia reel
  • Climb a pole and establish a pole strap
  • Establish a temporary anchor point
  • Connect to a permanent anchor point
  • Conduct a heights self-rescue
  • Work as a member of a team in an overhead rescue of a suspended victim
Attainment Issued through RTO Safety Training
RIIWHS204E – Work Safely at Heights
All participants will receive a Statement of Attainment with the above units of competency and a plastic card.
Since the introduction of the national WHS Act 2011, employers have tightened their height safety requirements. In response, we now issue same-day certification for three nationally recognised units of competency, which are suitable for both construction and mining workers.
Pre-reading Print out and read the:
Training at Heights Pre-Course Notes
Attendance Letter
Sydney Water Contractors Fitness Statement (if applicable)
Training support material We will provide the Height Safety Training Manual
Physical activity This training will require you to participate in physical practical exercises. Ensure you are fully aware of the risks before participating and understand the control measures in place.
Group bookings and on-site training Learn more about our Mobile Training Centre
Class size Up to ten (10) participants
Further qualifications Following this refresher, you are eligible to enrol in the 1 Day Heights Rescue Operator Course


Course Fees

The following fee structure applies to our Safe Work at Heights training course.   

  1. Public Course Bookings at Villawood
    *  $225  GST FREE per person
    *   Price is then fixed at $1650 GST FREE for up to ten staff
  2. Onsite Course Bookings
    *  This training is conducted at a cost of $2100 GST FREE  for up to ten staff at your site
    *  Travel to/from site  is $85.00 + GST per hour
    *  Airfares & hire car at cost if not organised by client
    *  Accommodation if not supplied by client is billed at cost.

Refresher Working at Heights Sydney NSW Costs

The Sydney Safety Training Centre is conveniently located in Villawood, servicing Parramatta, Penrith, and greater Sydney. Pricing is outlined below:

WAH Training Refresher Sydney Class Format WAH Refresher Training  Cost
Public course at our Villawood facility $225 pp (GST-free)
$265 pp on Sundays (GST-free)
Public Group Bookings at Villawood $1,650 for groups up to 10 (GST-free)
Training at Your Site Location $2,100 (GST-free) up to 10 people
-Travel to/from site at $85.00 + GST per hour
-Airfares, hire car and accommodation charged at cost if client does not provide
ⓘ PLEASE REMEMBER For onsite training, a practical area at least 3 metres high is required to safely use ropes and harnesses for simulated height-rescue and self-rescue exercises.

Why Choose Our Working at Heights Refresher Training

Sydney Safety Training has been delivering accredited height safety refresher training for over 20 years, trusted by clients across the construction, utilities, and government sectors in NSW. As a leading training provider, we offer:

  • Nationally recognised qualification
  • Experienced trainers
  • Hands-on practical focus
  • Flexible course delivery
  • Small class sizes
  • Same-day certification
  • Fully compliant facility
  • Group and employer options

 

Participants must have sufficient English language skills to communicate effectively and complete all required course documentation. Those needing instruction in another language will need to arrange and fund their own interpreter.

 

Working at Heights Refresher Course FAQs

How Often Should Working at Heights Training be Refreshed?

Given the hazardous nature of working at heights, some sites will not accept certification that is older than two years. We therefore recommend renewing your qualification at least every 24 months to ensure compliance and employment opportunities.

How Long Does a Working at Heights Refresher Certification Last in NSW?

Although height safety training certification does not technically expire, many sites will not accept a ticket that is more than two years old.

What Happens if my Working at Heights Ticket Has Expired for More than 2 Years?

We strongly recommend you book a work at heights refresher course so that sites continue to allow you on-premise.

Is Onsite Working at Heights Refresher Training Available at my Sydney Workplace?

Yes, Sydney Safety can visit your workplace, provided you have suitable facilities. We require an access area of at least three metres in height so that we can properly simulate training.

What Unit of Competency Do I Get for a Heights Refresher Course?

You receive RIIWHS204E – Work Safely at Heights renewed certification.

How Do I Renew My Working at Heights Ticket in Sydney?

Simply book a one-day refresher course with Sydney Safety Training to update your RIIWHS204E certification and stay compliant with WHS requirements.

Is Refresher Training Mandatory Under the WHS Act?

While the WHS Act does not mandate refresher training, many worksites (and their insurers) will not accept Working at Heights certification that is more than two years old.