Perform elevated work platform controlled descent escape

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This unit covers the skills and knowledge needed to perform an elevated work platform (EWP) controlled descent escape in an electricity supply industry (ESI) environment.

Course Overview

This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to perform an elevated work platform (EWP) controlled descent escape in an electricity supply industry (ESI) environment.

It includes the organisational workplace requirements for the self-rescue from a raised EWP, and how it applies to ESI workers to meet work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS), mobility and mutual aid requirements.

Note: Those holding an existing ESI or Electrotechnology qualification or equivalent meet the prerequisite unit requirements.

Refer to the UET Transmission, Distribution and Rail Sector Training Package Companion Volume Implementation Guide for equivalency definition.

The application of the skills and knowledge described in this unit may require a licence/registration to practice in the workplace.

Other conditions may also apply under state and territory legislative and regulatory licensing requirements which must be confirmed prior to commencing this unit.

Entry Requirements

Prerequisite Units:  

  • UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace OR
  • TLILIC0005 Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11 metres or more)

Other Requirements:  There are no other requirements for entry to this course.

Topics

  • Prepare to perform EWP controlled descent escape
  • Carry out EWP controlled descent escape
  • Complete the EWP controlled descent escape

Further Details

Health & Safety Advisory Service offers credit transfer for statements of attainment and qualifications issued by other Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) in Australia. To apply, you must provide original or certified copies of documents and agree to verification processes. Your Unique Student Identifier (USI) and Vocational Education and Training (VET) transcript can also be used for recognition.

We also offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for those who have relevant prior knowledge or experience through formal, non-formal, or informal learning. To apply for RPL, you must:

  • Demonstrate relevant prior learning and experience
  • Provide proof of formal or non-formal training, or informal learning
  • Submit authenticated documents or work samples
  • Show current skills in an interview or observation

For more information, contact us.

Course Details

Duration1 Day
Delivery ModeFace to face
Nationally RecognisedYes
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