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Fall Arrest Rescue: Half Day Course. Corporate & Group Bookings Available

Course Overview

Learn to respond quickly and safely to height-based emergencies using pre-configured rescue systems.

 

Duration: 3-4 hours pending experience (combining theory and practical components)
Cost: $160 Inc. GST

 

When a fall occurs, every second counts. This half-day course equips participants with the practical skills to safely conduct fall arrest rescues using industry-standard, pre-configured systems like the Skylotec Milan and Gotcha kits.

 

Ideal for workers in construction, rope access, and industrial maintenance, this course provides hands-on training in real-world rescue techniques, ensuring participants can respond confidently to emergencies at height.

 

What You’ll Learn

  • Correct use of fall protection PPE and rescue kits
  • Rescue planning and team coordination
  • Anchor point selection, edge protection, and rigging fundamentals
  • Vertical and horizontal rescue techniques
  • Use of mechanical advantage systems: pulleys, winches, descenders, and ascenders
  • Casualty handling and safe evacuation procedures
  • Relevant legislation, risk assessment, and control measures

 

Course Details:

Certification: Verification of Competency (VOC)

Duration: Half day (theory + practical)

Location: Specialist Height Access, Banksmeadow, Sydney

Prerequisites:

  • Must hold a valid Working at Heights certificate
  • Must be 18+ and meet health requirements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who should attend the Fall Arrest Rescue course?
This course is ideal for anyone working at height — including technicians, riggers, construction workers, and maintenance crews — who may be required to perform or assist in rescue operations following a fall arrest incident using pre-configured rescue systems.
Do I need a Working at Heights certificate to enrol?
Yes — participants must hold a current Working at Heights certificate before attending. This ensures all students have the foundational safety knowledge required to engage in rescue techniques.
Will I receive a nationally recognised qualification?
No. This course provides a Verification of Competency (VOC) certificate, which validates your ability to use fall arrest rescue systems. It is not a nationally accredited unit but is commonly recognised across industries for compliance and site access.
Is rescue equipment supplied?
Yes — we provide all necessary rescue kits and personal protective equipment for training. If you wish to use your own gear, it must meet current safety standards and will be inspected prior to use.

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