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Work at Heights Safety Training

Protect your workforce from fall hazards with our comprehensive work at heights training program. This critical course ensures employees understand fall protection systems, safe working practices, and emergency procedures when working at elevated positions.

Course Overview: Our work at heights training provides essential knowledge and practical skills for safe working at elevation. Participants learn to identify fall hazards, select appropriate protection equipment, and implement safe work practices to prevent falls and injuries.

Key Learning Objectives:

• Understand work at heights legislation and regulations
• Identify fall hazards and assess risks
• Select and inspect fall protection equipment
• Use personal fall protection systems correctly
• Implement safe ladder and scaffold practices
• Understand rescue and emergency procedures
• Plan safe work at heights activities
• Recognize equipment limitations and inspection requirements

Training Content Includes:

• Irish Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Regulations
• Fall protection hierarchy and risk control measures
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) selection and use
• Harness fitting, inspection, and maintenance
• Anchor points and fall arrest systems
• Ladder safety and positioning techniques
• Scaffold inspection and safe use
• Emergency rescue procedures and equipment

Who Should Attend:

• Workers performing tasks at height
• Maintenance and construction personnel
• Roof workers and building maintenance staff
• Warehouse and logistics employees
• Supervisors overseeing work at heights
• Safety coordinators and inspectors

Training Details:

• Duration: 1 full day (8 hours) with practical exercises
• Certification: Valid for 3 years
• Delivery: Combination of classroom theory and hands-on practice
• Group Size: Maximum 12 participants for safety and individual attention

Practical Components:

• Harness fitting and adjustment
• Fall arrest system demonstration
• Ladder positioning and climbing techniques
• Equipment inspection procedures
• Rescue scenario simulations
• Height work simulations (where facilities permit)

Equipment Covered:

• Full body harnesses and lanyards
• Fall arrest blocks and inertia reels
• Anchor points and temporary anchor devices
• Ladders (step, extension, and platform)
• Mobile elevated work platforms (MEWPs)
• Scaffold systems and inspection points

Why Choose Our Work at Heights Training:

• Certified instructors with extensive height work experience
• Compliance with Irish HSA regulations and EU directives
• Real-world scenarios based on actual workplace incidents
• Hands-on practice with professional-grade equipment
• Trusted by industry leaders including Claramore Construction, CNK Construction, Garrett Motion

Benefits for Your Business:

• Reduced fall-related accidents and injuries
• Improved legal compliance and duty of care
• Lower insurance premiums and workers' compensation claims
• Enhanced employee confidence when working at heights
• Protection against prosecution and liability

Industries We Serve:

• Construction and building maintenance
• Manufacturing and industrial facilities
• Warehousing and distribution hubs
• Telecommunications and utilities
• Facilities management and cleaning services

Refresher Training: Annual refresher courses available to maintain competency and update knowledge of new regulations and equipment.

This essential training is legally required for many work at heights activities and could prevent serious injuries or fatalities in your workplace.