This course introduces skills and knowledge to safely perform tasks performed at heights. We look at the importance of risk assessment, control measures, the correct use of safety equipment, and the importance of safety protocols and regulations when working in environments such as open balustrades, steep, sloping, or slippery surfaces, work platforms, portable ladders, and similar challenging conditions where there is a risk of a person or object falling.
The ready2work HSE series is designed for all staff and will typically follow from the ready2start series. With a basic grounding from the associated courses in that range, we can now focus on specific hazards and more detail. Workers should complete these courses at the very start of their employment and most titles would need to be refreshed every one or two years based on workplace requirements to ensure they are updated with the latest protocols and practices.
Learn to identify and plan tasks involving working at heights, assessing risks and implementing the hierarchy of controls. Understand the importance of standard administrative controls, obtaining permits, and taking necessary precautions. Gain proficiency in safety measures and equipment, from inspecting fall protection equipment to the use of temporary work platforms, scaffolding, EWPs, BMUs, and portable ladders. Learn about additional considerations specific to working at heights including exclusion zones, scaffold tagging, the correct use of plant and equipment.
Topics include: Working at Heights: Identifying and planning Working at Heights tasks - Assess the risks - The Hierarchy of Controls - Standard Administrative Controls - Permits - Precautions - Plant and equipment - Fall distance and residual clearance - Additional consideration when working at heights - Exclusion zones - Temporary work platforms - Scaffolding - Scaffold tagging - EWPs (Elevating Work Platforms) and BMUs (Building Maintenance Units) - Working on roofs - Fall Protection Equipment - Pre-use inspections - Record inspections - Why Fall Restraint is preferred over Fall Arrest - Portable ladders.
