Working at height – E Learning

Course Code: ZGT61 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 Working at Height training course helps you to comply with the Work at Height Regulations 2005 by providing employers and employees with the necessary information needed to be able to successfully deal with working at height risks and control measures. This includes an understanding of how to undertake a working at height risk assessment, how to use access equipment safely and how to ensure that employees can reduce their risk of falls from height.

Who is the course for?

This course is for and not limited to those working or managing environments such as construction, workshops and factories, roof work where access is simple and anchors are easily identifiable. This course would also benefit anyone who uses mobile elevated work platforms, scaffolds, ladders and Fall Arrest Systems frequently.

Contents Covered

 The dangers of working at height
 Accident Statistics (latest figures)
 Key legislation and standards
 Hierarchy of Risk Control – Managing Working at Heights
 Hazards and risk encountered when working at height
 Work categories – an introduction to Ladders/restraint/position/fall arrest techniques
 Equipment characteristics and limitations (includes test videos)
 Fitting and use of fall arrest harness, climbing helmet and lanyards (fixed length and
inertia reels)
 Safe Use of Ladders & Steps
 MEWP Safety – Correct use of PPE
 Anchor point identification, selection and pre use inspection requirements
 PPE pre user inspection, care, traceability and disposal requirements
 Examination (pass mark is 80%)

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