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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

  1. 1PPE category III and standards
  2. 2Safety harnesses and connecting equipment
  3. 3Anchor points, fall factor and clearance
  4. 4Inspection and rejection
  5. 5Rescue principles and practice

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