Personal Fall Protection
Equipment Inspection
Course WAH03
Develop the knowledge and practical skills required to inspect personal fall protection equipment safely and competently. This course covers the legal requirements, inspection procedures, fall protection systems and equipment components needed to identify defects and assess the condition of height safety equipment.
Book TrainingDuration
1 Day
Accreditation
N/A
Location
Rotherham, UK
Or Your Site
Or Your Site
Maximum Delegates
8
Certificate
Provided upon completion
Course Overview
The Personal Fall Protection Equipment Inspection Course provides delegates with the knowledge and practical skills required to inspect height safety equipment and understand the requirements surrounding its safe use. The course covers the legal and best-practice requirements for fall protection equipment, together with the responsibilities of personnel involved in its inspection.
Delegates develop an understanding of the effects of gravity and the consequences of falls, relevant legislation and guidance, hazard analysis and risk assessment, and the importance of having an appropriate rescue plan. The course also covers pre-use inspection of work at height equipment, including harnesses and lanyards.
Particular emphasis is placed on understanding the three types of fall protection systems and their components, alongside developing the competence required to inspect height safety equipment effectively.
The course includes a written assessment followed by a practical inspection assessment. Successful delegates receive a certificate.
Delegates develop an understanding of the effects of gravity and the consequences of falls, relevant legislation and guidance, hazard analysis and risk assessment, and the importance of having an appropriate rescue plan. The course also covers pre-use inspection of work at height equipment, including harnesses and lanyards.
Particular emphasis is placed on understanding the three types of fall protection systems and their components, alongside developing the competence required to inspect height safety equipment effectively.
The course includes a written assessment followed by a practical inspection assessment. Successful delegates receive a certificate.
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for personnel who are responsible for the inspection, examination or safe use of personal fall protection equipment. It is particularly suitable for:
- Personnel responsible for inspecting fall protection equipment
- Engineers and maintenance personnel
- Competent persons responsible for height safety equipment
- Personnel who carry out pre-use inspections of harnesses and lanyards
- Anyone responsible for ensuring fall protection equipment remains safe for use
What You Will Learn
Effects of Gravity
Understand the effects of gravity and the consequences of a fall when working at height.
Working at Height Legislation
Understand the legislation affecting working at height and the use of fall protection equipment.
Hazard Analysis
Understand how to identify hazards associated with working at height and assess the risks involved.
Risk Assessment
Develop an understanding of risk assessment and the importance of implementing suitable control measures.
Rescue Planning
Understand the need for a suitable rescue plan when working at height and using fall protection equipment.
Equipment Inspection
Recognise the importance of inspecting fall protection equipment before and during use.
Fall Protection Systems
Develop an in-depth understanding of the three types of fall protection systems and the components used within them.
Fall Protection Components
Identify the key components of fall protection systems and understand their purpose within a safe working system.
UNDERSTAND
Understand the risks associated with working at height, the effects of gravity and the legal requirements surrounding fall protection equipment.
ASSESS
Learn how to identify hazards, carry out risk assessments and recognise when a suitable rescue plan is required.
PROTECT
Develop an understanding of fall protection systems, their components and the importance of correctly inspecting equipment before use.
Why Choose Carl Stahl Training
Our LEEA accredited lifting and slinging training combines essential theoretical knowledge with practical lifting assessments. Delivered by experienced industry specialists, the course helps delegates develop the competence and confidence to carry out lifting operations safely and effectively within their working environment.
Industry Expertise
Our training is delivered by experienced wire rope industry specialists with practical knowledge of wire rope socketing, resin socketing and lifting applications.
Practical Training
Develop hands-on skills through practical wire rope socketing training, including rope preparation, socket selection, resin mixing and pouring using WireLock® and approved procedures.
Safety-Focused Learning
Develop the knowledge needed to carry out lifting operations safely and responsibly.
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