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Working Safely at Heights

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Course Summary

Work Safely at Heights training has been developed for all persons required to work at any height where there is a potential to fall and cause injury, and for those persons who supervise or organise work at heights.

Course Objectives

Work Safety at Heights training equips participants with the knowledge, skills and safe work practices to safely work at height utilising various forms of fall protection.

Course Outline

✓ Current legislative requirements

✓ Harnesses – inspection, fitting and use

✓ Risk management

✓ Fall arrest devices

✓ Fall prevention methods and options

✓ Suspension trauma

Also covered are:

  • Estimating fall distances/clearances
  • Emergency procedures
  • Use of ladders
  • General safety issues

Assessment

Participants will be assessed via questionnaire and practical demonstration of skills. Participants with literacy/numeracy difficulties or physical conditions should speak with the Trainer to discuss alternative assessment approaches. Applicants will be required to undertake physical activity to meet all the assessment criteria to a satisfactory level. Qualification On successful completion, each participant will be issued with a Statement of Attainment.

Scheduled Course Dates

This course is offered 'on demand' or has variable costs and delivery features. Contact the Training Provider for further information and to enrol.

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