Study Perform pole top rescue at Interlink
Perform pole top rescue (UETTDRRF02) gives you the skills and knowledge to bring an incapacitated or injured person safely to the ground from a pole top.
Working near overhead lines or low voltage apparatus at the pole top is an everyday occurrence in the growing telecommunications industry. Everyone who works in the sector needs to know how to respond in emergency situations. Learn emergency procedures necessary in a pole top rescue as well as industry standard risk control practices.
Through a range of workplace specific exercises, case studies and simulations you will learn to carry out a rescue operation that ensures the safety of the casualty and all rescue personnel.
What do I get for completing Perform pole top rescue?
Completing Interlink’s course meets the national requirements for the accredited Unit of Competency (UETTDRRF02).
Perform pole top rescue (UETTDRRF02) is a component within Interlink’s Power awareness course. You will receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment when you successfully complete this course as well as an industry accredited certificate with a focus on working safely near live electrical infrastructure.
Note: Perform pole top rescue (UETTDRRF02) superseded (UETTDRRF02B) in September 2019
What will I learn during Perform pole top rescue?
Interlink’s course teaches you to prepare for and carry out a pole top rescue. Learn the workplace procedures and industry standards for accessing the pole top and attaching emergency lowering equipment to the casualty.
Follow all risk control protocols for working near live electrical apparatus and processes for reporting any accidents or other incidents.
Learn how to select and check tools and emergency equipment for safety and functionality and where best to place them so they are secure and accessible during a rescue.
Investigate the workplace procedures for carrying out cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and for calling emergency services. Gain the skills to secure and control a worksite after an incident until it is inspected and cleared by authorities.
What sort of assessments can I expect to complete?
Interlink’s Perform pole top rescue (UETTDRRF02) course contains a combination of written and practical assessments.
Written assessments test your knowledge of emergency procedures for the pole top rescue of an injured or incapacitated person including:
- The inspection and placement of rescue equipment
- Assessing and controlling hazards
- Safe approach distances (SAD)
- Contacting and working with emergency services
- Identifying a safe location to relocate the rescued party to.
Practical assessments assess your ability to demonstrate performance criteria such as:
- Placing and inspecting rescue equipment
- Performing a pole top rescue within a realistic setting in accordance with your workplace procedures
- Applying risk control strategies and other relevant workplace health and safety requirements.
Assessment are conducted within realistic, workplace settings and are held over the duration of the unit.
Course Details
Course Options
This course is available through all Interlink training centres.
Call Interlink on 1300 731 669 to discuss your training options.
Course Duration
Single accredited units run between 1-4 days. Contact Interlink to plan your study schedule.
Entry Requirements
Before studying Perform pole top rescue (UETTDRRF02) you must complete Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation (HLTAID001).
To successfully complete this course participants will need intermediate literacy and numeracy skills.
Call Interlink on 1300 731 669 to discuss your training options.
Course Fees
Course fees vary per unit and duration. Please contact Interlink to find out more.
Please note: Interlink Training is not VET FEE-HELP approved. Government training subsidies are not available for this course.
Delivery Modes
Face-to-face sessions within small groups.
Career Options
Perform pole top rescue (UETTDRRF02) is a competency within Interlink’s Power Awareness course. Our Power awareness course is designed for those beginning their career in telecommunications or looking to add to the experience they already have.
Check upcoming dates at the links below:
Initial Courses Northern (ACT, NSW, NT & QLD)
Refresher Courses Northern (ACT, NSW, NT & QLD)
Disclaimer
Attendance at this course does not automatically guarantee attainment of competency, nor does satisfactory completion of assessment and attainment of competency guarantee employment.
