Service Description

Intended for – Delegates who are looking to gain general working at height knowledge and practice utilizing basic fall arrest equipment such as, full body harness and fall arrest lanyards in a variety of environments Introduction – This course is aimed at delegates who need to work at height within their place of work to a basic level. Such as accessing fixed ladders on to a protected platform or gantry. This course will cover the safe use of harness and fall arrest lanyards. Along with the basic legislation and safe practices surrounding working at height. Content Knowledge: Legislation and regulations surrounding working at height Working at height hierarchy Risk Assessments Climbing PPE inspection and use Common hazards when working at height Emergency procedures Climbing techniques Fall arrest methods including temporary measures The need for a rescue plan Practical Skills: Demonstrate good Pre-use inspection of basic climbing PPE The safe use and correct fitting of a full body harness The safe use of fall arrest lanyards and work positioning Safe use of Restraint techniques Demonstrate safe climbing techniques Entry Requirements: Delegates must be a minimum of 18 years of age to take part in the course. All delegates must be able to certify they are physically fit and have no medical conditions that might prevent them working at height prior to commencement of training. Circet Academy reserves the right to exclude unsuitable delegates from training courses. Assessment Method: This course consists of two main assessments. Theory assessment and the practical assessment, which will be used to measure the delegates competency. A theory and practical assessment will be completed at the end of the course. However, all delegates are subject to ongoing assessment throughout the course to ensure progression. Certification: On successful completion of this course. The delegate will receive a Safe use of industrial Climbing Harness & Lanyards User certificate valid for 3 years.