Working at Heights Stage 1 is available online or delivered in-person by one of our experienced tutors. Our training course will provide you with the knowledge to ensure that you understand your responsibilities and understand how to work safely at height.
Did you know that Investigations by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment into falls while working at height show that more than 50 percent of falls are from less than three metres and approximately 70 percent of falls are from ladders and roofs? The cost of these falls is estimated to be $24 million a year – to say nothing of the human cost as a result of these falls. If you use a fall arrest harness to work at height you may need Working at Heights Stage 2. For those who are required to supervise others working at height and/or set-up a fall arrest system you will require Working at Heights Stage 3
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Working at Heights Stage 2 is available online followed by a practical session or delivered in-person by one of our experienced tutors. If you work at height using a fall arrest harness it is important that you have the correct training to perform the task safely and understand the risks involved. Our training course will provide you with the knowledge and hands on experience to ensure that you understand your responsibilities and have the skills to work safely at height. For those who are required to supervise others working at height and/or set-up a fall arrest system you will require Working at Heights Stage 3
Considering online training but still not sure that it will work for you?
Company bookings available on your site or ours – call us now to find out more 0800 333 899
The BeSafe Guarantee for online courses
We are so confident that you will be satisfied with your online BeSafe course that we will happily refund 100% of the course fee if you are not satisfied. See T’s & C’s
Working at Heights Stage 3 is available online followed by a practical session or delivered in-person by one of our experienced tutors. If you are supervising others work at height using and setting up a fall arrest system it is important that you have the correct training to perform the task safely and understand the risks involved. Our training course will provide you with the knowledge and hands on experience to ensure that you understand your responsibilities and have the skills to work safely at height.
NB: 25045 is available as an additional unit standard – select the appropriate ticket when booking
Considering online training but still not sure that it will work for you?
Company bookings available on your site or ours – call us now to find out more 0800 333 899
The BeSafe Guarantee for online courses
We are so confident that you will be satisfied with your online BeSafe course that we will happily refund 100% of the course fee if you are not satisfied. See T’s & C’s
The Working at Heights Refresher is available online or delivered in-person by one of our experienced tutors. Note that this is refreshing NZQA unit standards that you have already completed in this area. If online, it can be completed in your own time, at your own pace. An assessor will verify your competency in this area at the completion of this course.
Considering online training but still not sure that it will work for you?
Company bookings available on your site or ours – call us now to find out more 0800 333 899
The BeSafe Guarantee for online courses
We are so confident that you will be satisfied with your online BeSafe course that we will happily refund 100% of the course fee if you are not satisfied. See T’s & C’s


If you work at heights, it is important that you have the correct training to perform the task safely and understand the risks involved. Our training course will provide you with the knowledge and hands-on experience to ensure that you understand your responsibilities and have the skills to work safely at height.
This course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to respond effectively to emergency situations involving suspended individuals after a fall in a workplace environment. Participants will learn about the principles of emergency response, risk assessment, rescue equipment, and techniques for safely recovering suspended individuals.
At BeSafe Training Ltd. We foster a learning environment that embraces and welcomes all students.
Unit Standard: 23232: Prepare an emergency rescue plan and perform a rescue to recover a suspended individual after a fall in a work context. Level 4, Credit 5
Pre-requisite: Unit Standard 23229
(Source: Best practice guidelines for working at height in New Zealand)
All height safety equipment must be inspected prior to use by the user as well as by a Height Safety Equipment Inspector prior to use and at intervals specified within the relevant standard. This course will provide you with the skills and knowledge to be able to conduct the routine visual inspections of height safety equipment.
Company bookings available on your site or ours – call us now to find out more 0800 333 899
NB: this course will not provide you with authorisation to conduct internal inspections or servicing of fall arrest blocks, this type of training is typically provided by the manufacturer to authorised personal.
Develop the skills required to safely climb and work on electricity network structures and carry out pole top rescue operations. This two-day course combines practical working at heights training with specialised training for electricity network environments, including safe climbing techniques, correct use of fall protection equipment, and emergency rescue procedures from electrical structures.
The training focuses on practical application and industry best practice to ensure participants can work confidently and safely when operating at height on electricity network infrastructure.
Participants will develop knowledge and practical skills in:
Hazard identification and risk management when working at height
Correct selection, inspection, and fitting of safety harnesses and fall protection equipment
Safe climbing techniques on electricity network structures
Work positioning and safe work practices when working on poles and structures
Emergency planning and response when working at height
Practical pole top rescue techniques from electrical structures
This course is delivered over two days with a strong focus on practical training and assessment.
Day 1
NZQA Unit Standard 23229 – Use a safety harness for personal fall prevention when working at height (4 credits)
Day 2
NZQA Unit Standard 10509 – Climb and work on electricity network structures (6 credits)
NZQA Unit Standard 17025 – Carry out a rescue from an electrical structure (2 credits)
Training includes both classroom learning and practical exercises, allowing participants to demonstrate competency using industry-standard equipment and rescue techniques.
Participants must hold the following First Aid NZQA unit standards:
6401 & 6402
Recommended skills and knowledge
Unit Standard 10507 – Use personal protective equipment in an electricity supply environment or demonstrate equivalent knowledge and skills.
Address: 1B Beatrice Tinsley Crescent, Rosedale, Auckland 0632
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Email: info@besafetraining.co.nz
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