Working at Height Awareness

Course Code: ZGT01 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 provide an understanding of how to use fall arrest techniques and equipment for simple work at height activities.

Who is the course for?

For those working in low risk environments such as workshops and factories where access is simple and anchors are easily identifiable. This course would also benefit anyone who uses mobile elevated work platforms and ladders frequently.

Contents Covered

The dangers of working at height
Key legislation and standards
Hazards and risk encountered when working at height
Syncope – what causes it and how to recognise and deal with the effects
How to deal with emergency situations – includes requirement for rescue and emergency procedures
Work categories – an introduction to ladders/restraint/position/fall arrest techniques
Equipment characteristics and limitations
Fitting and use of fall arrest harness, climbing helmet and lanyards (fixed length and inertia reels)
MEWP safety – correct use of PPE
Anchor point identification, selection and
re-use inspection requirements
Ladders and steps safety, inspection and use
PPE pre-user inspection, care, traceability and disposal requirements
Examination

Requirements

There are no requirements for this course.

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