Course Overview

The Work At Height course provides participants with essential knowledge and skills to safely perform tasks at elevated locations, such as rooftops, scaffolding, and elevated platforms, where the risk of falls and other hazards is heightened.

What You'll Learn in This Course:

• Hazard Recognition : Understanding the potential hazards associated with working at height, including falls, falling objects, unstable surfaces, and adverse weather conditions.
• Risk Assessment : Learning how to assess the risks associated with specific work tasks and environments at height, and implement control measures to mitigate these risks.
• Fall Protection Equipment : Familiarization with different types of fall protection equipment, including harnesses, lanyards, anchor points, and safety nets, and proper selection, fitting, and use of these devices.
• Safe Work Practices : Training in safe work practices for tasks performed at height, including proper climbing techniques, use of guardrails and handrails, and securing tools and equipment to prevent falls and falling objects.
• Equipment Inspection and Maintenance : Understanding the importance of regular inspection, maintenance, and pre-use checks of fall protection equipment to ensure its effectiveness and reliability.
• Emergency Procedures : Developing emergency response procedures for incidents such as falls or rescues at height, including protocols for summoning assistance, providing first aid, and evacuating injured workers.
• Regulatory Compliance : Familiarization with relevant safety regulations, standards, and best practices governing work at height activities, including OSHA regulations and industry-specific guidelines.

By completing the Work At Height course, participants gain the knowledge and skills necessary to work safely and effectively at elevated locations, reducing the risk of falls and other accidents, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. This training is essential for workers in various industries, including construction, telecommunications, utilities, and maintenance, where tasks performed at height are common.