About this Safety Observer / Spotter Course

Looking to become a qualified spotter on-site? You’re in the right place.

This course provides the essential skills and knowledge required to work safely as a safety observer (spotter) in civil construction and high-risk environments. You’ll learn how to monitor work activities around mobile plant and equipment, maintain exclusion zones, and identify and manage hazards to keep your worksite safe.

Ideal for those who support plant operators, work near overhead or underground services, or supervise traffic and personnel around high-risk activities.

Course Outline

The Work as a Safety Observer/Spotter course is a practical and theory-based program focused on real-world safety responsibilities.

Training includes:

  • WHS legislation and Codes of Practice

  • Identifying and managing worksite hazards

  • Establishing and maintaining exclusion zones

  • Directing and communicating with plant and equipment operators

  • Risk management and emergency response

  • Spotter responsibilities for working near powerlines or services

Training is delivered by experienced instructors with industry-relevant knowledge and scenario-based learning.

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 training can be conducted onsite if the following training and assessment requirements are met:

  • Training room with tables, chairs and screen (or blank wall for a projector)
  • Clear, flat operating area for practical training.
  • Plant or equipment for spotter activities (e.g Excavator, EWP’s, vehicles)

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

  • Understand spotter duties and legal responsibilities

  • Assess and control risks on site

  • Direct and communicate with plant operators safely

  • Apply safe work practices and procedures

  • Maintain constant visual contact and situational awareness

Outcome
On successful completion, participants will receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for Work as a Safety Observer/Spotter.

Note: Additional licensing or approval may be required in some jurisdictions (e.g. energy utilities or state-based authorisations).

Location:

Public courses are available at

  • Salisbury, QLD

  • Ingleburn, NSW

Course Cost:

NSW & QLD – $392 | VIC – $350

    Course Overview

    • 1 Day
    • 10 Seats

    Qualification:

    RIIRTM203E - Work as a safety observer/spotter

    Assessment Type:

    Theory and Practical

    Prerequisite:

    There are no prerequisites for this course

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    Please see available public course dates below. Competitively priced training delivered by fully accredited and insured instructors.

    We offer formal training and assessment both on-site and off-site. Our training course prices differ based on location – choose your local Kallibr Training site below. If you would like private course dates outside of those listed please send through an enquiry or call our friendly team.

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    Further Information

    What is a Safety Observer or Spotter?

    A safety observer or spotter is a worker with line of sight who communicates directly with a plant operator from the ground. A spotter can minimise collision risks by alerting the operator of any surrounding hazards or obstacles. Spotters can also assist and raise an alarm in the case of an emergency.

    Spotters should be used where an operator cannot judge distances, see a clear pathway, or there are structures or plant and equipment in the vicinity of the work being carried out, such as power lines and overhead structures.

    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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