Course Unit: Working at Heights

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Course Duration 1 Day

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Overview
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This Ladder Safety Training course is designed to help learners understand how to use a ladder at work safely and competently. The course outlines the relevant legislation, explains how to complete a risk assessment and provide best practice advice for all aspects of ladder and stepladder safety.
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Understanding how to use a ladder safely and carry out your work activity with care is essential for all types of workers.
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Regular courses for the Safety, Health and Environment Awareness are scheduled throughout the year, please call to book.
​Objectives
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On completion of the course participants should be able to:
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• Outline the requirements of legislation in relation to work at heights
• Assess the hazards and risks present when working at height
• Identify appropriate risk control measures
• Identify and select appropriate access and safety equipment for working at height
• Carry out and record safety checks on access and safety equipment
• Describe how access and safety equipment for working at heights can be used safely

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Method​
Classroom, Workshop based training and assessment.
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Pre Course Requirements
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None
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Course Numbers
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Maximum 10 learners.
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