Working at Heights
Fall Protection (Use of PPE against falling)
Correct use of safety harnesses and fall protection systems. Including inspection and rescue.
Introduction
Personal fall protection saves lives — provided it is used correctly. In this course you learn to select, inspect and use safety harnesses, lanyards and anchor points correctly, including the basics of rescue procedures.
Learning objectives
- Assemble fall protection systems correctly
- Inspect harness and lanyards before use
- Assess anchor points and fall factor
- Apply the basic principles of rescue after a fall
Who it's for
- Employees who wear personal fall protection
- Roofers, fitters and industrial climbers
- Supervisors of work at height
Programme
- 1PPE category III and standards
- 2Safety harnesses and connecting equipment
- 3Anchor points, fall factor and clearance
- 4Inspection and rejection
- 5Rescue principles and practice