Working at Height
What is work at height?
Work at height is work in any place, including a place at, above or below ground level, where a person could be injured if they fell from that place. Access and egress to a place of work can also be work at height.
Examples of work activities that are classified as working at height:
Working on trestles
Working on a flat roof
Erecting false work or formwork
Working on a ladder
Working at ground level adjacent to an excavation;
Working on formwork within an excavation
Working near or adjacent to fragile materials
Introduction:
From use of simple stepladders to safety harnesses, there is an imminent risk of a fall which may cause personal injury while performing work at height. Working at height remains one of the biggest causes of fatalities and major injuries. Common cases include falls from ladders and through fragile surfaces. All these accidents would have been preventable, and everything possible needs to be done to ensure that this type of accident does not continue occurring. Work at height means working in a place (except a staircase in a permanent workplace) where a person could be injured by falling from it, even if it is at or below ground level.
Learning Outcomes of Working at Height training
By the end of theory module participants would be familiar with:
- Roles and responsibilities of the employer, constructor (if applicable), supplier, supervisor and worker, with respect to working safely at heights;
- Hazards of working at heights;
- Hierarchy of controls (such as elimination, isolation, engineering, substitution, administrative or PPE), related to working at heights;
- Types of warning methods (signs and bump lines) and physical barriers (fencing, guard rails, protective coverings) and their appropriate use;
- Use of Ladders and other Elevated Work Platforms;
- Use of PPE and when a travel restraint system, fall restricting system or fall arrest system would be required and the essential components of each.
By the end of practical module participants would be familiar with:
- Situations in which bump lines, barriers, guardrails and safety nets would be appropriate;
- Discuss the limitations and the appropriate application of travel restraint, fall restricting and fall arrest systems;
- what an anchor point is; discuss the appropriate location and use of anchor points and examples of appropriate and inappropriate anchor points;
- Using the hierarchy of controls, identify the different types of equipment that may be available to safely perform a variety of tasks at heights.
- Purpose of a working at heights fall rescue plan.
Who can take the Working at Height training?
- Personnel required to work at height.
- Managers / supervisors / individuals responsible for teams or groups of employees who require understanding of working at height.
Benefits of Working at Height training
This course aims to enable staff at all levels to understand the risks and legal implications of working at height and the practical measures that should be employed to control them. Simply put, if workers are not been trained to the correct level and if this training is not regularly refreshed, then there is an increased risk of accidents that could be potentially life threatening.
Safety training on working at height is crucial to ensure the well-being of workers who are exposed to the risk of falls from elevated positions. The training should cover a variety of topics related to safe practices, risk assessment, and the proper use of equipment. Here are some key areas to include in safety training on working at height:
Course Features
- Lectures 30
- Quiz 1
- Duration 50 hours
- Skill level All levels
- Language English
- Students 5631
- Certificate Yes
- Assessments Self
- 12 Sections
- 30 Lessons
- Lifetime
- Ongoing Training and Refresher Courses:• Emphasizing the need for regular refresher training to reinforce knowledge and skills. • Encouraging continuous learning and staying updated with changes in regulations and best practices. • Providing resources for workers to access additional information, such as safety manuals, guidelines, and online resources. It is important to conduct safety training on working at height under the guidance of qualified trainers with expertise in the field. The training should include interactive elements, practical demonstrations, and opportunities for workers to ask questions and participate actively in the learning process.0
- Understanding the Risks of Working at Height:3
- Legislation, Standards, and Regulations:3
- Risk Assessment and Control Measures:3
- 4.0Conducting thorough risk assessments to identify potential hazards and evaluate associated risks.
- 4.1Implementing a hierarchy of control measures, including elimination, substitution, engineering controls, administrative controls, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
- 4.2Understanding the importance of regular inspections and maintenance of equipment and structures.
- Selection and Safe Use of Equipment:3
- 5.0Identifying and selecting the appropriate equipment for working at height, such as ladders, scaffolds, MEWPs, or suspension systems.
- 5.1Proper inspection, setup, and use of equipment, including understanding weight limits, stability, and secure anchoring.
- 5.2Ensuring workers are trained on the specific equipment they will be using and providing guidance on safe practices.
- 5. Fall Protection Systems and Techniques:3
- 6.0Understanding various fall protection systems, including guardrails, safety nets, and personal fall arrest systems (PFAS).
- 6.1Proper fitting, adjustment, and use of harnesses, lanyards, and other fall arrest equipment.
- 6.2Practical training on anchorage points, fall clearance calculations, and rescue procedures.
- Safe Access and Egress:3
- Supervision and Monitoring:4
- 8.0Supervise and monitor workers to ensure they are using access equipment properly and safely.
- 8.1Address any unsafe behaviors or deviations from proper procedures promptly.
- 8.2Encourage a culture of safety where workers look out for one another and provide assistance when needed.
- 8.3Preventing slips, trips, and falls during access and egress.
- Emergency Preparedness and Rescue Procedures:3
- Communication and Collaboration:3
- Worksite-Specific Considerations:2
- Examination and Certification1
