Control Traffic with
Stop-slow bat

RIIWHS205E

Control Traffic with Stop-Slow Bat

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Course Overview

This nationally recognised course provides participants with the knowledge and skills required to effectively control vehicle and pedestrian traffic using a stop-slow bat in Queensland. The Course Fees include Ready Reckoner and all course materials.

Course Delivery

Theory
A one-day (8 hours), interactive face-to-face session featuring lectures, group discussions, practical demonstrations, and active learning exercises.
 
Practical (Industry) Placement
20-hour practical placement in real-world environment and under close supervision (to be completed within 90 days of sitting the theory course). PPE will be required for this placement. This practical placement may take place at various sites. Please note that you will be required to make your own way to the nominated site.

Dress Code

Neat, casual clothing with closed in shoes.

Dates and Locations

The one-day classroom-based theory training takes place weekly in Cairns and fortnightly in Townsville. Click the button above for available dates and venue details.

Courses start at 8.00am. Participants are required to arrive 15 minutes early to present photo identification, ensure payment is finalised, and complete an enrolment form.  

To minimise delays, course participants arriving late may be refused entry.

Pre-Requisites

  • Must have held Open/Provisional drivers’ licence within the last 5 years 
  • White Card/Blue Card
  • Photo ID 
  • USI number 
  • Basic literacy and numeracy skills 
  • Fees must be paid in full before the commencement of the course

Note: Your application to TMR will be subject to a criminal history and other suitability checks. 
Some criminal convictions and traffic offences may exclude course participants from obtaining their accreditation. Further information may be obtained from TMR 

Outcome

Upon successful completion, students will be issued with a Statement of Attainment for the following units:

  • RIIWHS205E – Control traffic with a stop-slow bat
  • RIIWHS201E – Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedures
  • RIICOM201E – Communicate in the workplace


Students may then apply in person at a Department of Transport and Main Roads Service Centre for Traffic controllers accreditation. Please note that the accreditation is valid for three (3) years. (Fee for this Traffic Controllers Accreditation is to be paid directly to TMR).

Important Information

Prior to booking a course, please refer to the following TMR fact sheets to ensure eligibility to apply for the 3-year accreditation:    

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