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Gain the skills to identify and control hazards when working at heights
Overview
This comprehensive course covers the essential knowledge and skills needed to work safely at heights in accordance with unit standard 17600. Participants will gain a deep understanding of the legislative requirements associated with working at heights, including the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015, relevant regulations, and approved codes of practice. The course explores various height safety systems and teaches participants to identify and control common hazards related to working at heights.
By the end of the course, participants will be well-versed in best practices for preventing falls and ensuring a safe work environment when operating at heights. They will understand their duties and responsibilities as workers, as well as those of PCBUs and upstream PCBUs. With engaging content, practical examples, and interactive scenarios, this course provides a solid foundation for anyone who works at heights or manages employees in such roles, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to prioritise safety and comply with legislation.
Key Learning Outcomes:
Explain the legislative requirements associated with working at heights
Explain the systems suitable for working at heights
NZQA Unit Standards Included
Unit Standards - O HSL
Unit
Level
Credit
Description
17600
3
3
Explain safe work practices for working at heights
Everything you need to know about the Online Heights Legislation course in New Zealand.
The Online Heights Legislation course is a self-paced eLearning programme that teaches the legal requirements and safe work practices for working at height in New Zealand. Participants learn about the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015, relevant regulations, approved codes of practice, hazard identification, risk controls and height safety systems. The course includes NZQA Unit Standard 17600 and can be completed online within 60 days of enrolment.
This course is suitable for anyone who works at height or manages people who do, including construction workers, roofers, electricians, maintenance workers, telecommunications technicians, supervisors, health and safety representatives, contractors, site managers and business owners. It is ideal for individuals who need a strong understanding of New Zealand's working at heights legislation and compliance requirements.
During the course you'll learn how to:
Understand the legal requirements for working at height in New Zealand
Explain duties under the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015
Identify common working at height hazards
Select appropriate height safety systems
Apply risk assessment and hazard control principles
Understand the responsibilities of workers, PCBUs and upstream PCBUs
Follow industry best practice for preventing falls
Interactive learning activities and practical examples help participants apply legislative requirements in real workplace situations.
Yes. The Online Heights Legislation course includes NZQA Unit Standard 17600 – Explain safe work practices for working at heights (Level 3, 3 Credits). This nationally recognised unit standard is accepted by employers throughout New Zealand.
Yes. This is a fully online, self-paced course that can be completed from any location with internet access. Once enrolled, participants have 60 days to complete the learning modules and assessment, allowing them to study at a time that suits their work schedule.
The course is completed through self-paced online learning, allowing participants to work through the training at their own speed. Learners have up to 60 days from enrolment to successfully complete the course and assessment.
Working at height remains one of the highest-risk activities in many industries. Understanding New Zealand's legislation helps workers identify hazards, control risks, understand their legal responsibilities and follow recognised safe work practices. This knowledge supports safer workplaces, reduces the likelihood of falls and helps organisations meet their health and safety obligations.
Yes. The course includes nationally recognised NZQA Unit Standard 17600, making it widely recognised by employers throughout New Zealand. It helps organisations demonstrate that workers understand legal requirements and safe work practices when working at height.
Yes. Safety 'n Action provides Online Heights Legislation training for businesses across New Zealand. The flexible online format makes it easy to train individuals or entire teams while reducing travel costs and minimising time away from work.
Safety 'n Action is one of New Zealand's leading workplace health and safety training providers. The Online Heights Legislation course combines flexible self-paced learning with practical workplace examples that help participants understand working at heights legislation, hazard management and safe work practices. The course includes NZQA Unit Standard 17600 and allows learners to study anytime, anywhere while building knowledge that can be applied immediately in the workplace.
