WHS Induction: Working at Heights

Falls from heights represent a significant and unfortunate source of workplace injuries and fatalities. Working at elevated levels carries inherent risks, demanding meticulous planning and preparation to ensure the safety of all personnel involved. This Working at Heights induction module is will highlight to workers the importance of assessing the risks and controlling the hazards through the application of the hierarchy of control to prevent accidents and injuries. Once the course is completed, you will have learnt the permit that must be put in place and the precautions that must be taken before work commences, the importance of completing a SWMS, and the different types of controls that can be put in place to minimise risk. This course is one part of a 50 part WHS Induction series aimed at new inductees and existing workers.