The course is for those that work at height and use harness and lanyards, the Work at Height Regulations 2005 require that those people are suitably trained in the safe use of and have knowledge of inspection, the correct fitting and wearing of harnesses and lanyards and use whilst working at height.
This training applies to everyone within the workplace who puts people to work or works at height and would also benefit managers and supervisors in order that they understand their duties and responsibilities.
You don’t have to be at height to be working at height
This course can be completed at our training centre or we can deliver it onsite.
Course Content
Guidance on when Safety Harnesses and Lanyards need to be worn
Understanding the difference between Fall Arrest and Fall Restraint
Anchorages & selection of Approved Connectors
Pre-Use and Post Use Inspections
Identifying faults and damage
Reporting of loss or defective Equipment
Deployed Lanyards & Blocks subjected to Falls
Storage and Cleaning of Harnesses and Lanyards
Lifting policy for Harnesses and Inspections
Working at Height Regulations 2005
Operative pre-use checks
Storage
Aim
On completion of this course the trainee will be able to identify defects which is the purpose of the inspection to discover and to have a basic understanding of the safe and correct use of Harness and Lanyards.
Participants
This course is aimed at Operatives, Supervisors and Managers who use, supervise and audit; harnesses and associated products.
Candidates should be at least 18 years old and each candidate must Supply all their own PPE.
Certification
Candidates who successfully pass the course will receive a certificate of attendance.
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The dates for this course will be matched to your individual requirements, please contact us to arrange dates.
Need help choosing the right course? Call us on: 01782 461 506
