Pole Top Rescue Training

Nationally Recognised

Pole Top Rescue Training Overview (Electrical Supply Industry)

THIS IS NOT AN ATTENDANCE COURSE. THIS IS NOT A TICK IN THE BOX COURSE. IF YOU ARE AFTER REAL TRAINING, THIS IS THE COURSE FOR YOU, IF NOT GO SOMEWHERE ELSE!

This Pole Top Rescue Training in Sydney covers the performance of pole top rescue procedures as an emergency procedure required in the workplace. It specifies the mandatory requirements of rescue from a pole top and how they apply in the context of transmission, distribution and rail work functions. It encompasses responsibilities for rescue, health, safety and risk management processes at all operative levels and adherence to safety practices as part of the normal way of doing work.

The application of the skills and knowledge described in this unit may require a licence/registration to practice in the workplace subject to regulations for undertaking of electrical work.

What you will learn

Applying work health and safety (WHS)/relevant occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including the use of risk control measures
Inspecting and placing rescue equipment
Performing pole top rescue in accordance with workplace procedures.
Emergency procedures for the pole top rescue of a victim encompassing:
Inspection of rescue equipment
Assessing hazards to rescuer, victim and others
Isolation procedures, where appropriate
Safe approach distances (SAD) appropriate to pole top rescue
Involvement of external emergency services
Emergency procedures for the pole top rescue of a victim encompassing:
Placement of rescue equipment
Controlling hazards to rescuer, victim and others
Maintaining SAD appropriate to pole top rescue
Removing victim to safe location/place of safety.

Where can it take your career?

This training course is designed for individuals currently working, or wish to work in operational roles that require them to perform tower rescue. This is ideal for workers who are looking:

For employment in the Electrical Supply Industries.
To formalise their qualifications to meet workplace and legislative requirements
To upgrade or refresh their skills to advance their careers.

What are the entry requirements?

Pre-requisite Unit:

HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation which is included in the course.

Additionally, before making a booking students must:

Be 18 years or older (unless prior arrangements have been made).
Be able to clearly communicate (speak), read and write in English to a high standard.
Have proficient computer skills with internet access. Preferably access to a Laptop/Desktop with a good WiFi connection to download the pre-course Learner Guide.

Physical/Personal Requirements:

Physically, medically and mentally fit.
Able to lift and drag an 80kg dead weight approx 20 meters, conduct 5 heaves/pull ups, 30 push ups and able to operate at heights. Not be more than 120kg. Not have any medical conditions or phobias that may endanger yourself or other students including fear of heights or physical injury.

What are the Assessment Requirements?

During the course students must complete both theory and practical assessments under the following conditions in order to be deemed competent:

Theory Assessment- Individual online theory assessment, which the student must get 100% in allotted time and attempts.
Practical Assessment/s- Individual practical assessment based on scenarios given by the assessor in which the student must complete in order to prove their understanding of the subject and overall competency.
Have a good attitude towards their training and overall safety.

NOTE: If a student is not successful in achieving a competent result for whatever reason, a re-booking or re-assessment fee will be applied depending on their short comings of their assessment/s.