Working at Height

Level:

Awareness

Target audience:

All relevant personnel.

Course Goal/Description:

This course is based on industry best practice and provides an overview of the hazards involved in working at height and the control measures that should be implemented to reduce the risks associated with working at height.

Learning Objectives:

LO1 Explain what work at height means

LO2 Describe the responsibilities under the Work at Height Regulations

LO3 Identify the hazards relating to working at height

LO4 Explain the process of assessing risk for work at height

LO5 Describe the hierarchy of controls used to reduce risk

LO6 Outline how to choose access equipment and the safety precautions associated with the different types of working at height equipment

LO7 Describe how to prevent dropped objects

LO8 Identify the personal fall protection system requirements

LO9 Summarise inspection and maintenance requirements

LO10 Explain why a rescue plan should be in place

LO11 Identify the final checks and what to look for when carrying out the work