About this EWP Escape & Rescue Course

Need to know how to escape or rescue from a raised EWP? You’re in the right place.

This course covers the skills required to safely perform an emergency descent escape or rescue from an elevated work platform (EWP) fitted with an Emergency Descent Device or Controlled Descent Device.

It applies to workers in transmission, distribution, or rail environments who may need to escape or assist in the rescue of a person working at height.

Course Outline
The UETDRMP016  and UETDRMP015 units are delivered together in a practical, scenario-based format to prepare participants for real-world emergencies involving EWP escape or rescue.

Topics include:

  • WHS and legal responsibilities

  • Identifying faulty or unsafe equipment

  • Safe use of rescue gear and anchor points

  • Controlled descent techniques

  • Assisting a co-worker in distress

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Pair this course with CPR training to meet more compliance needs in one go.

All course participants must be:

  • 18 years or older
  • Able to read, understand, and write English
  • Able to produce and meet the evidence of identity criteria as per SafeWork / Worksafe identification requirements

Protective Personal Equipment – safety boots, high-visibility vests, and hard hats– is mandatory.

If a participant requires a reassessment for a High-Risk Work Licence an additional $250.00 + GST reassessment fee will apply.

Private courses can be arranged at any of our facilities in New South Wales, Victoria, and Queensland, or for added convenience, we can come to you and deliver the course at your site, provided your site meets training and assessment requirements.

Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand WHS legislation and Australian Standards

  • Assess the limitations of descent and rescue equipment

  • Conduct inspections in line with manufacturer specs

  • Identify and tag out faulty equipment

  • Perform a safe emergency descent from a raised EWP

  • Assist and rescue a co-worker from height

Statement Outcome
Participants will receive nationally recognised Statements of Attainment for:

  • UETDRMP004 – Perform EWP Controlled Descent Escape

  • UETDRMP005 – Perform EWP Rescue

Location:

Public courses are available at

  • Sydney (Ingleburn), NSW

  • Brisbane (Salisbury), QLD

  • Melbourne, VIC

Course Cost:

$395

    Course Overview

    • 4 Hours
    • 10 Seats

    Qualification:

    UETDRMP016 - Perform elevated work platform rescue
    UETDRMP015 - Perform elevated work platform controlled descent escape

    Assessment Type:

    Theory and Practical

    Prerequisite:

    Prerequisite for UETDRMP016
    HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation

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    Further Information

    What is an EDD?

    EDD stands for Emergency Descent Device, a safety device that is fitted to the side of the elevating work platform. EDD’s are sometimes also known as Controlled Descent Devices and should be fitted to the side of any EWP.

    Who needs EDD training?

    This course covers the use of elevating work platform escape procedures, including rescuing a person from a raised EWP. In the event that a work platform malfunctions and workers are stuck in an elevated position, an EDD course is essential.

    In the event of an emergency, such as the EWP becoming entangled in power lines or losing power and unable to be lowered, workers need to know how to safely exit the EWP and lower themselves to the ground safely.

    By attaching an EDD to your harness, you can climb over the basket of the EWP and lower yourself down to the ground. Learning how to safely escape a jammed EWP is a skill that you’ll hopefully never need to put into practice, but it’s essential knowledge for anyone working with scissor lifts, cherry pickers, boom lifts and other similar equipment.

    Important Information

    If a participant withdraws from a qualification/unit, with less than seven (7) business days notice prior to commencement, Kallibr Training reserves the right to retain the 30% administration booking fee.

    No refund will be provided within two (2) business days prior to commencement. No refund will be permitted after course commencement or if a participant fails to attend on the scheduled commencement date.

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