Earlier this year, a young worker suffered serious injuries after falling more than two metres from a retaining wall at a construction site. Early investigations suggest the worker had been handing materials between levels when the incident occurred. The exact cause is still under investigation, but the consequences are already clear, a young life has been significantly impacted.
Read the full incident alert on WorkSafe Queensland’s website.
Why Working at Heights is Always Dangerous
One of the biggest misconceptions in construction, warehousing, and similar industries is that ‘a short fall won’t cause much harm.’ The reality is that any fall, even from a couple of metres can result in life-changing injuries or worse.
Workers can enrol in a working at heights course in Brisbane to ensure they meet safety standards and reduce risks on site.
Working at heights continues to be one of the leading causes of serious workplace incidents across Australia. Situations such as using ladders, working on scaffolds, or accessing elevated platforms all carry risks that need to be managed with the right training, equipment, and procedures.
Stay Up to Date With Your Training
The rules, equipment, and best practices for working at heights are constantly improving. Holding a current qualification ensures you’re not only meeting safety and compliance requirements but also protecting yourself, your co-workers, and the wider community. Employers are also reminded of their responsibility to make sure workers are competent, supervised, and provided with the right gear and systems of work.
Employers are encouraged to provide working at heights training in Brisbane so their teams stay compliant and confident while on the job.
Training With FMS
At FMS Training, we offer the nationally recognised RIIWHS204E – Work Safely at Heights course to help workers gain the skills and confidence they need to perform their job safely.
The nationally recognised RIIWHS204E Work Safely at Heights training gives participants the skills needed to manage hazards effectively.
If you have any questions about working at heights training or would like to book a course, please feel free to reach out to us directly.