Introduction:
Work at Height Awareness Training is designed to give delegates an understanding of the hazards, risks and hierarchy of control measures when working at height.
Duration:
3 to 4 Hours
Objective:
This course aims to enable staff at all levels to understand the risks and legal implications of working at height and the practical measures that should be employed to control them.
Target Audience:
Designed for staff at all levels, the course can be adjusted to suit the requirements of specific organizations, premises or course participants.
Outline:
- Work at Height Regulations 2005 (as amended)
- Employees and employers’ legal duties under Regulations
- Hierarchy of Risk Control
- Edge Protection
- Scaffolding
- Access Towers and Work Platforms
- MEWPS / Cherry Pickers / Man-Cages
- Fall Restraint and Arrest
- Ladders & Stepladders
- Risk Assessment Considerations
- Site
- Task
- Equipment
- Personnel
- Pre-use checks
- Inspection & Examination
Certification:
On completion of the course and its accompanying assessment a certificate of achievement is provided and valid for 1 year.
