Industrial Climbing & Tower Rigging

Course Code: ZGT59 Categories Accreditations, Course Categories, Courses, Working at Height, Zero Gravity Safety

During your course we will provide;

A course manual, handouts and pen
Refreshments throughout the day
Any equipment required to complete the course
A microwave, fridge and toaster will be provided for delegate use if the course is held at a Zero Gravity Safety Location

Course Overview

This course is designed to train persons who are required to work at height or persons who work within the telecommunications or power industries required to climb and rig antenna systems or safety systems. This course is delivered in accordance with BS8454-2006 Code of practice for the delivery of training and education for work at height and rescue.

Who is the course for?

This course covers the industrial climbing , RF Hazards, rigging and light lifting and ability to assess lifting and installation skills for steelwork and antennas. The course covers climbing and rescue.

Contents Covered

■ Introduction, Legislation, Standards & Guidance
■ Selection, care and maintenance of equipment
■ Climbing techniques, ladder and structure
■ Use & knowledge of available F/A Systems on site
■ Restraint, work positioning and fall arrest systems
■ Use of ropes, knots and tensioned lines
■ Rigging and lifting systems
■ Elementary rigging and rope management
■ Theory test & Practical Assessment

Requirements

Delegates must be medically fit to work at height. Must be 18 years of age.

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