Unaccredited - Working at Heights-Ladder Safety course syllabus.

This course has a certificate issued by the Training Provider. It is not accredited by any outside body but is a valuable aid to gaining knowledge in this field.

Category: Working-at-Height

Level: Beginner

This course has been designed for delegates who have to use the basic fall protection systems for working at height practices and use ladders and steps for short duration work whilst working – delegates will be able to understand current legislation, understand the requirements of the Working at Height Regulations, Safe Working Practices and Regulation on Ladders & Steps, and be able to demonstrate knowledge on how to apply it into their work environment with the inclusion of Risk based activities and safe working practices, this including Inspections and Recording

This course has been designed for delegates who have to use the basic fall protection systems for working at height practices and use ladders and steps for short duration work whilst working

Legislation & Regulations – Focusing on Working at Height Regulations 2005, How it Applies with responsibilities of the Employer & Employee

EC/PPE Directive – Definition of PPE, transition period, The CE markings & EN Standards

Looking at the Specific Risk & Hazards from a range of Heights in the Industry

Fall Protection Systems – Risk Assessment – Hazard identification & Control Measures – Hierarchy of Fall Protection – Fall protection Systems – Work Restraint – Work Positioning – Fall Arrest and Rescue Considerations

LADDER SAFETY – Current Legislation relating to Ladders & Steps

How to Inspect ladders – Identify Faults – Record Faults

Erection of Ladders

Securing of Ladders

Dismantling of Ladders

Delegate Written Assessment

Attendance Certificate issued by Training Provider