Online Working at Height Course

Our Online Working at Height Course enables attendees to gain knowledge of how to safely work at heights and what different types of equipment is used.

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What you'll learn.

Definition of what working at heights means.
Understand what the different legislation involved are.
Understand the difference between collective and personal protection.
Recognise the different types of equipment used.
Understand how and when to safely use height equipment.
Gain knowledge on the importance of risk assessments.

About Online Working at Height Course.

How do you safely work at a height? What legislation is involved? What is the difference between collective and personal protection? How would you try to prevent an injury from occurring? What types of equipment is available? Our Online Working at Height Course will help you to answer the questions above and more. Over 2 in 10 of all workplace facilities involving a fall from height and over 4000 major injuries a year.

Through our Working at Height online course, you will gain an understanding of the importance of risk assessments. You will learn The Hierarchy of Control Measures and the 3 steps involved. You will learn how The Health and Safety at Work Act, The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations and The Work at Height Regulations are involved. You will also learn how to reduce risks and to prevent injuries.

Who is Online Working at Height Course for?

Our Online Working at Height course is for anyone working at a height in any workplace, including somewhere below ground level. Having working at height training is required to be undertook so the delegates are competent and safe in their work.

What are the learning outcomes?

Discuss what working at heights consists of.
Discuss the legislation involved.
Recognise the different risks that can occur during working at heights.
Be able to identify the risks that could occur while working.
Evaluate the different PPE used.
Demonstrate how to correctly complete a Risk Assessment.
Develop knowledge, skills and strategies used to safely work at heights.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is meant by working at height?

Working at height refers to any activity where a person is at risk of falling and injuring themselves. This could be from a variety of heights, not necessarily just from very high up. Any situation where a fall could cause injury is considered working at height.

What are the main risks of working at height?

Falls: This is the most obvious risk and can have devastating consequences. The severity of a fall injury depends on the height from which you fall and the surface you land on. Even a short fall can cause serious injuries like broken bones, head trauma, or spinal cord damage. Dropping Objects: Another major risk is dropping tools, materials, or equipment from a height. This can injure people working below, and falling objects can be particularly dangerous because the person below might not have enough warning to react.

What PPE is required when working at height?

When working at height, essential PPE includes a fall arrest system with a full-body harness, lanyard, shock absorber, and secure anchor point. A hard hat protects against falling objects, while hi-vis gear ensures visibility. Slip-resistant boots with good ankle support are crucial for stability. Depending on the job, additional items like gloves, eye protection, and ear protection may also be required.

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