Tower Climber & Rescue Initial

Course Code: ZGT203 Categories Accreditations, Course Categories, Courses, EUSR, MATS, Working at Height

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 practical course is aimed at persons who must access beyond protected areas on telecommunications masts/towers, pylons and similar structures using personal fall protection equipment. Successful delegates are competent to perform work positioning and fall arrest techniques. Individuals successfully completing the programme qualify for registration on EUSR for Basic Tower Climbing & Rescue.

Who is the course for?

This course is for all individuals whose role requires them to climb masts and towers and work at height. The scheme is for those both new to climbing and rescuing, and those who already work in a relevant role and who are looking to refresh/maintain their level of competence and skill.

Contents Covered

Introduction, Legislation, Standards & Guidance
Hazards associated with work at height on towers and masts
Management of falling object hazards
Hierarchy of control measures for safe work at height
Selection of personal fall protection equipment (PFPE)
Access and anchor systems including temporary rope lifelines
Principles of safe climbing, knots & uses
Pre-use inspection of basic PFPE
Climbing fixed ladders with installed systems and PFPE
Use of work positioning and fall arrest PFPE on open structures
Rescue from lanyards & casualty care
written and practical assessment

Requirements

Delegates must bring their own safety footwear and gloves and be physically fit to participate

PPE Required

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