NPORS - Harness and Fall Arrest-N723 course syllabus.

Category: Working-at-Height

Level: Beginner

If you want to apply for the NPORS Traditional Card, there are no requirements to do an NVQ qualification. If the CSCS Tested Logo is required on the card, entrants must ensure they have attended and passed the CITB operatives, Health, Safety and Environment test within the two years prior to application for the card.

The NPORS Harness and Fall Arrest-N723 course certificate has 5 years validity.

It is recommended that you check with your course tutor for information on NPORS - Harness and Fall Arrest-N723 refresher courses and their recommended frequency or the next step qualification.

To give the delegate a basic understanding of the safe use of the equipment. The delegate will develop an awareness of the Legal and practical implications of preventing falls from MEWP´s and other areas where working at height, and learn to identify and select the correct form of Harness and lanyard.

Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities
Have a working knowledge of the manufacturer´s handbook for the particular harness / fall arrest to be used
Be able to locate and identify major components of the harness / fall arrest and explain their functions
Conduct all safety checks in accordance with the manufacturer´s and legislative requirements
Select suitable type of harness / fall arrest relative to the work being undertaken
Identify and maintain PPE appropriate for using harness / fall arrest and demonstrate correct use
Correctly fit and remove the safety harness / fall arrest
Carry out end of work inspections
Environmental considerations
Storage of harness / fall arrest

NPORS Theory assessment made up of open questions and multiple choice.
NPORS Practical assessment.