| Aim | The aim of this course is to qualify participants to conduct vertical rescue while working or organising work at heights. |
| Description | Vertical rescue requires employees to correctly identify and use suitable recovery equipment and procedures to provide emergency response options in the case of an accident. Participants will be required to operate independently and as part of a team to complete the successful recovery of casualties from heights. |
| Duration | 7 Days |
| Unit/s of Competence | (PUATEA001A) Work in a Team – This unit covers competency in working with others and making a positive contribution to the effectiveness and efficiency of a team in a work environment when predominately under direct supervision. (PUAEME001A) Provide Emergency Care – This unit covers the provision of emergency care pending the arrival of appropriately qualified personnel. (PUASAR001A) Participate in a rescue operation – This unit covers participation in rescue operations as a member of a rescue team. (PUATEA002) Work Autonomously – This unit covers working as a member of a team or an individual for periods of time without direct supervision and for mentoring and coaching either in an operational or non-operational environment. (PUASAR004A) Undertake Vertical Rescue – This unit covers the competency to undertake vertical rescue operations as a member of a rescue team. |
| Accreditation | Participants who successfully complete the course will receive a Risk Response & Rescue Certificate as well as a Nationally Accredited Statement of Attainment. |
| Course Content | • Legislation and responsibilities • Training requirements for employees working at heights • Height safety systems • Categories of height safety systems • Hazard identification • Risk assessment • Height safety equipment • Anchorages and fastening points • First Aid • Unconscious casualty recovery • Rescue and recovery • Service and maintenance of equipment |
| Pre-Requisites | Participants should possess a recognised first aid certificate. Participants should ensure they do not suffer from vertigo (dizziness at heights) or acrophobia (fear of heights). |
| Assessment | Participants must be able to implement height safety procedures, identify hazards and risks and detail safe work requirements. They must also be able to operate whilst wearing safety equipment and utilising recovery equipment and explain emergency response and rescue procedures. Both written and practical assessment will be conducted. |
| Max Course Size | 8 |
| Supervision Ratio | 1:4 |
| Compliance with Legislation, Standards and Codes | • Relevant Occupational Health and Safety Regulations • AS/ NZS 1891/ 4626 and 2626 • AS/NZS 4360:2004 Risk Management • AS/NZS 4804:2001 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems • Other enterprise specific legislation, standards and codes |
| Resources Required | • training room • whiteboard • data projector • tables • chairs • practical training area • individual confined space equipment • group confined space equipment |
| Course Material | Each participant will receive a Risk Response & Rescue learner handbook. |
| Course Cost | Enquire for further details |
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National Height Safety & Access Solutions Pty Ltd
Unit 3 - 31 Chapel Street Marrickville NSW 2204
PH: 1300 301 214
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