Objectives
The course is aimed at personnel who may be required to complete work at height operations.The course covers the theoretical aspects of Working at Height and at the end of the course candidates will complete a written test, to confirm their level of understanding.
This half-day course introduces the principles and equipment involved in work at height systems and the process of a safe and systematic approach to working at height operations.
Content
Hierarchy of Risk –
· Avoid
· Prevent
· Mitigate
Ladders –
· Legislation
· Inspection and Defects
· Safe Use in the Workplace
· Storage
Scaffolds –
· Assembly, Dismantling
· Inspection
· Safe Use
Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWP’s) –
· Inspection and Maintenance
· Siting
· Operator Training
· Risks
Personal Fall Protection Systems –
· Work Restraint
· Work Positioning
· Fall Arrest
Fall Arrest –
· Clearance Distances
· Fall Factors
· Techniques and Protection
Personal Fall Protection Equipment –
· Harnesses
· Connectors
· Energy Absorbers and Lanyards
· Static/Mobile Fall Arrest Devices
Equipment Inspection –
· Inspection Regimes
· Equipment Management
· Pre-Use Checks
· Defects & Damage
Organisation and Planning –
· The Risk Assessment Process
· Typical WAH Risks
· Dropped Objects
Rescue and Emergency Planning –
· Pre-Job Planning
· Suspension Trauma
Course Duration / Other Info
Written Examination (multiple choice).
Qualifications / Certification
The Candidate must:
· attend the entire course
· adhere to course content and demonstrate the required practical application techniques
Certificates awarded after successful completion of the course will be valid for a three year period after which re-certification must take place.