Working at height awareness
The Work at Height Regulations (2005) are very important, falls from a height account for more deaths every year in the workplace than any other single issue. Safe working at height training is an essential for anyone where there may be a risk of harm or injury from a fall. The covers essential information on managing and carrying out work at height, including the selection of appropriate access equipment, the hierarchy of risk controls, identification of danger areas and rescue requirements.
The course will identify the relevance and implications of the Work at Height Regulations 2005 so that the individual can comply with their duties, whether planning, controlling or conducting work tasks at height.
This training session is intended as the basic foundation for working safely at height. Course delegates will be provided with the basic information required of anyone tasked with or affected by work at height to ensure safety in the workplace.
It does not cover any specific skills required to carry out a work task or to use specialist height safety equipment; these skills are dealt with by other training sessions. However, candidates will gain a thorough knowledge of all possible methods of controlling the potential fall from height.
The course is normally conducted by the use of visual presentation, theoretical illustrations, practical demonstrations and/or participation.
Course is suitable for
Anyone who works at height or is responsible for someone who does
Course Duration
Standard course: Half day (approx. 3.5 hours)
Train the Trainer course: Full day (approx. 8 hours)
We can create bespoke courses to suit your specific requirements, contact us for details.
Course content
- Legal requirements when carrying out work at height
- Planning work at height
- Selection of appropriate equipment
- Equipment inspections and reporting
- Safety control measures
- Common fall causes and preventative measures
- Engaging in course leaning check points
- End of course assessment
Additional content if Train the Trainer option selected
- Training guidance and support
- Participant inclusion
- Learning styles
- Telling vs teaching
- Active Learning
Why Southern Power Tools?
Attendees will receive an engaging, informative and highly practical training course from an experienced trainer that will equip them with all the knowledge and skills they need.
The validation process consists of a theory test and a practical observation.
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Group Bookings
Group Bookings
Make a booking for 6 or more employees and we can run an abrasive wheel course on a date that suits you.
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