Our comprehensive working at heights training course is designed to provide delegates with a thorough understanding of the potential hazards associated with working at height and the necessary control methods to mitigate these risks.
Participants will gain awareness of safety protocols, equipment usage, and best practices in accordance with the Work at Height Regulations 2005.
This health and safety awareness course is crucial for anyone involved in tasks that require working at heights and is essential for ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
This course provides a comprehensive overview of working at height, focusing on activities that pose a risk of injury and the typical injuries sustained.
We delve into the legal responsibilities, including a thorough examination of the Work at Height Regulations, and identify basic hazards and factors that affect risk.
Participants will learn the main precautions to prevent falls and falling materials, along with safe working practices for common forms of access equipment. That includes the safe use of ladders and step-ladders, including pre-use checks, proper positioning, and best practices.
Additionally, we address inspection requirements for scaffolds and working platforms, and the planning, organising, and supervising of work at height activities.
The pre-inspection procedures and checklists for work equipment are detailed, clarifying employer and employee responsibilities. The course concludes with a question and answer session to reinforce the material covered.
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This course is designed for individuals who organise, plan, supervise and carry out work at height, including:
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No pre-course preparation is required for this course.
This course can be delivered exclusively for your organisation, in any location or virtually through Microsoft Teams or Zoom.
At TSW we pride ourselves on the expertise and quality of our trainers and consultants. Each is chosen for their working experience and hard-earned knowledge. Here are just some of our trainers for this course:
At TSW, we recognise that each organisation has unique needs. That’s why our in-house training programmes aim to address your specific challenges and objectives. To do that we ensure that the training content is directly relevant to your team’s roles and responsibilities, making the learning experience more impactful and immediately applicable.
At TSW, we recognise that each organisation has unique needs. Our bespoke in-house training programmes are designed to address your specific challenges and objectives. This ensures that the training content is directly relevant to your team’s roles and responsibilities, making the learning experience more impactful and immediately applicable.
Training several employees via public courses can be both costly and logistically difficult. With TSW’s in-house training, you save on travel and accommodation expenses, and the overall cost per delegate is significantly lowered. This makes in-house training a cost-effective solution, particularly for larger groups.
TSW’s in-house training sessions are arranged to fit your schedule, minimising operational disruptions. Whether you prefer weekdays, weekends, or evening sessions, we can accommodate your needs. Conducting training at your premises ensures your team remains in a familiar environment, enhancing the learning experience and reducing downtime.
In-house training at TSW brings your team together, fostering better communication and collaboration. Employees can share experiences and build stronger working relationships. This not only boosts morale but also promotes a unified approach to problem-solving within your organisation.
Public training sessions can pose risks when discussing company-specific issues. TSW’s in-house training guarantees confidentiality, allowing your team to freely address and resolve internal challenges. This level of discretion is crucial for maintaining a competitive edge and operational integrity.
By delivering training in the workplace, TSW ensures that employees can immediately apply what they’ve learned. This immediate integration of new skills helps in retaining knowledge and enhances overall productivity.
In this section, you will find all of the questions we are frequently asked about this course. Still can’t find the information you are looking for? Send us an enquiry and we’ll get back to you.
There is no set qualification or course required to work at height. However, Regulations 5 and 6(5)(b) of the Work at Height Regulations 2005 state that anyone working at height must be competent and trained to work at height.
Therefore, employers must ensure that anyone working for them has sufficient skills, knowledge and experience to perform a task safely. To do this, they can invest in Working at Height training courses like TSWs or provide on-the-job training with a competent person.
Working at heights safety awareness certificates do not have an expiration date.
TSW recommends that employers provide refresher training every three years to maintain standards and ensure their workforce is up to date with current regulations and best practices.
No, you can’t.
According to the Work at Height Regulations 2005, anyone ‘working at height’ must be properly trained and competent to perform the task at hand safely.
Training is mandatory to ensure you understand how to avoid falls, minimise the risk of personal injury, and that you use the appropriate equipment correctly.
In the UK, there is no specified minimum height for working at height under the Work at Height Regulations 2005.
The regulations apply to any situation where a person could fall a distance liable to cause personal injury. This includes working at ground level near an open excavation, working on ladders or scaffolding, or working on a roof.
The focus is on the potential for injury rather than a specific height threshold.
