The Safe Working at heights course (WAH) has been implemented to comply with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and other legislation, which impacts on height and safety.

 

The course objectives are to provide the learner with the skills and knowledge to work safely at heights. Upon completion of the WAH course the learner will be able to;

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Attendance

1 day – 8am to 5.30pm

Duration

1 day – 8am to 5.30pm

Description of the Course

The Safe Working at heights course (WAH) has been implemented to comply with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and other legislation, which impacts on height and safety.

 

The course objectives are to provide the learner with the skills and knowledge to work safely at heights. Upon completion of the WAH course the learner will be able to;

  • Explain the procedures and standards for working at heights
  • Identify workers safety requirements to conform to legislation and best practice
  • Demonstrate and explain how to carry our inspection of WAH equipment
  • Be able to use and demonstrate WAH equipment safely at height.

Course content

  • Procedures& standards for working at heights
  • Generic risk assessment
  • Equipment to be used in WAH and correct use of harness, lanyards, rope grabs, two rope ladder system
  • Connectors – construction and strengths. Potential misuse
  • Attachment points
  • Inspection of equipment
  • Correct fitting of equipment
  • Achieving safe access
  • Practical demonstrations and assessments

Assessment

All learners will be assessed by way of practical exercises and a paper based multiple choice question paper.


Who is the course for?

The course is for anyone who has the need to work at heights. It is also a mandatory requirement for working on construction sites.


Entry requirements

The minimum core standards of numeracy and literacy are required in order to actively participate and meet the course criteria. Course attendance does not guarantee a pass. Learners must also be physically fit to carry out the practical element of the course.


What can I do after this course?


Other information

All training takes place in a purpose built indoor training centre with air conditioned classrooms, based in Croydon.


Cost

Safe Working at Heights Tuition Fee £175 Per course


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Course Code

DE5155