Harness Training for MEWP Operators

ZGT86

Course Code

£120

Price

1 day

Course Duration

10 Max Delegates

5 Year(s)

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Course Details

This Harness Use and Inspection course is for MEWP operatives and their co-workers who work from boom type platforms (1b + 3b). Wearing a suitable safety harness as per IPAF’s Technical Guidance Note (TGN H1/08/12) provides protection against platform ejection. This essential course educates safe use, fitting and personal pre-use inspection of a safety harness.

During your course we will provide;

Who is the course for?

This particular course is for delegates who operate MEWPS’ to identify and select the correct form of safety harness and lanyard, and be able to inspect, maintain, monitor, fit and use them effectively

Further Details

Contents Covered

■ Introduction

■ Legislation, Standards & Guidance

■ Hierarchy of Fall Protection

■ IPAF Harness Statement

■ Harness Lanyard and fittings

■ Pre use checks (includes practical exercises)

■ Fitting and Adjustment (Includes practical exercise)

■ Usage and Anchor Points

■ Storage and Maintenance

■ Hazards and precautions

■ Rescue requirements and options

■ Theory test Pass or Fail

Requirements

None.

PPE Required

Can all delegates provide their own safety footwear (Steel toe cap boots), and comfortable working clothing. Gloves are mandatory during practical’s please ensure they are brought with you

ID & Photos

Please ensure you bring a form of ID to verify identity (required by some Awarding Organisations)
A photograph may be required to be taken on the day for ID card issuing purposes
We may also take general photographs for social media purposes etc… If you do not wish to be included in any, please inform your instructor

Allergies

If attending a full day course at our centre, please ensure you contact the office on 01925 21 21 44 7 days prior to attending and let us know if you have any specific food requirements such as allergies