Working At Height (WAH)

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Introduction

Falls from height are one of the most common causes of injury at work. They can result in serious injuries and fatalities to people at work and others passing by, including those carrying out construction and maintenance as well as members of the public. Therefore, it’s important that anyone carrying out work at height activities understands how to work safely and responsibly and in accordance with the law.

This half day 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 to effectively control and manage risks, how to use access equipment safely and how to ensure that employees can reduce their risk of falls from height.

Clear understanding of the hazards and dangers associated with ‘Working at Height’.

  • Regulations and Requirements
    • Understand employer and employee responsibilities
    • Avoidance – then hierarchal controls
    • Risk assessments
    • Safe methods and controls
  • Accident Types with Examples
    • Understanding possible and probable outcomes of not working safely
    • Use of Permits
    • Method statements
    • Safe systems of working practice
  • Equipment and Training
    • Types of equipment used for WAH
    • Training requirements for operators
  • Site-requirements & Emergency Planning
    • Specialist equipment for WAH
    • Requirements for emergency rescue plan/s
  • Accident Data and Course Conclusion
    • Statistical information relating to UK/European accidents and fatalities

This programme uses a mixture of group discussions, pro-forma examples, information input sessions to fully involve participants.

Participants will:

  • Understand the possible avoidance of WAH, and where practicable to do so
  • Apply the process of risk assessment
  • Appreciate safe systems of work and method statements
  • Ensure the health, safety and welfare of all involved with this type of activity
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