Working at Height - Awareness
Course Aims.
This course is designed to provide operatives with the knowledge and skills to work safely at height.
Venue Requirements
Room required with lighting and power connections, for projector, and seating for up to 12 delegates.
Trainers Equipment
The course trainer will provide all media equipment, and supporting material, we will also provide a selection of relevant
PPE and equipment, however it is recommended that delegates make available their own PPE. (Harnesses /
Lanyards etc)
Duration
4 hours minimum not including breaks
Delegate Requirements
Delegates are required to complete the provided workbook and examination upon completion of the course.
On attaining the relevant pass level delegates will receive a certificate of training and Support manual
Course Syllabus
Introduction/ Course overview
Overview of Legislation
Accident Statistics / Behaviours
Hierarchy (Reg 6)
-Avoid
-Prevent
-Minimise
Equipment Functions / Selection /
Limitations
Tracking and controlling equipment/ Inspection Logs
Donning / Correct fitting of Harness and sub components
Rescue Planning / procedures
Prolonged Harness suspension / Suspension Syncope - Symptoms
Examination