Working at Heights
Course Content
This comprehensive course on Working at Heights provides essential knowledge and practical skills to work safely above ground level. Covering legal responsibilities under Irish law, risk assessment, equipment selection, and safe working practices, learners will gain expert insights to prevent falls and injuries. The course emphasises planning, proper equipment use, communication, and continuous improvement, ensuring safety for all involved. Designed for workers and supervisors across industries, this interactive programm blends theory with real-world scenarios to promote a strong safety culture and compliance. Equip yourself with the confidence to work at height safely and responsibly.
Course Agenda
Understand what constitutes working at height under safety regulations.
Identify potential hazards — falls, unstable surfaces, falling objects.
Learn hierarchy of controls: avoid, prevent, minimize.
Select suitable equipment — ladders, scaffolds, MEWPs, harnesses.
Perform pre-use inspections of fall protection systems.
Understand safe use and maintenance of PPE.
Follow proper risk assessment and permit-to-work procedures.
Recognize weather and environmental risk factors.
Know emergency and rescue procedures.
Promote a safety-first culture and continuous competence training.
Course Agenda
Understand what constitutes working at height under safety regulations.
Identify potential hazards — falls, unstable surfaces, falling objects.
Learn hierarchy of controls: avoid, prevent, minimize.
Select suitable equipment — ladders, scaffolds, MEWPs, harnesses.
Perform pre-use inspections of fall protection systems.
Understand safe use and maintenance of PPE.
Follow proper risk assessment and permit-to-work procedures.
Recognize weather and environmental risk factors.
Know emergency and rescue procedures.
Promote a safety-first culture and continuous competence training.
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