Working at Heights Training

Our working at heights training course will provide delegates with the awareness of potential hazards when working at height and the control methods required.

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Course Facts

Duration: 1 Day/s
Assessment: This course is not assessed
Entry Requirements: There are no entry requirements
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Course Overview

Our working at heights training course will provide delegates with the awareness of potential hazards when working at height and the control methods required.

This health and safety awareness course complies with the Work at Height Regulations 2005.

*Rated 4.8 out of 5 by learners on Coursecheck, TSW Training has been a trusted and established training provider of choice for 56 years.

Who is this Course For?

This course is designed for individuals who organise, plan, supervise and carry out work at height, including:

  • Operatives
  • Supervisors
  • Managers

Make an enquiry and one of our dedicated Learning Advisors will contact you to listen to your needs and help you find the right solutions.

What Does This Course Cover?

The course will cover:

  • An overview of working activities involving risk of injury from working at height and typical injuries
  • Legal responsibilities including an overview of the Work at Height regulations
  • Basic hazards and factors affecting risk
  • Main precautions to prevent falls and falling materials
  • Safe working practices for common forms of access equipment
  • Safe use of ladders/step-ladders including pre-use checks, positioning and best practice
  • Inspection requirements for scaffolds/working platforms
  • Planning, organising and supervising Working at Height
  • Pre-inspection procedure/check-list for work equipment
  • Employer/employee responsibilities
  • Question and answer session

Learning Outcomes

Benefits for Individuals:

  • Able to properly inspect and maintain the equipment for working at height
  • Ability to carry out risk assessments and select the appropriate work equipment
  • Properly plan and organise the work at height

Benefits for Employers:

  • Ensure those working at height are competent
  • Apply working at height legislation, safety requirements and working methods
  • Promote positive health and safety knowledge amongst employees

Pre-Course Preparation

No pre-course preparation is required for this course. Delegates are requested to complete a pre-course questionnaire that will be handed to the tutor before the first day of the course. This ensures that the course is delivered to the highest quality and is relevant to a delegate’s needs and objectives.

Why Choose TSW Training for your Courses?

  • TSW Training is a leading Health and Safety, Environmental, Leadership and Management training provider working with PLCs and SME clients across the UK.
  • Rated 4.8/5 in 1,179 reviews by learners on independent training course evaluator, Coursecheck, TSW Training has been a trusted and established training provider of choice for 56 years.
  • Work with TSW Training and you have access to our closely curated team of quality-assured experts, consultants, and trainers.

Read our latest course reviews

Power Press Safety
A thorough course taken by an engaging instructor in a timely manner
John G March 28, 2024
Power Press Safety
Well structured and made interesting by the instructor. Relevant material was used to teach the subject matter.
Dave S March 28, 2024
Power Press Safety
Well presented course,, clear and engaging throughout
Steve B March 28, 2024
IEMA Certificate in Environmental Management
Dipvandana was a fantastic trainer with depth of knowledge in all aspects and areas of the course content and was very helpful throughout.
Gerwyn M March 27, 2024
HR Skills for Line Managers
Course was very helpful and dealt with during some challenging times due to the nature of our work and some personal issues
Lee M March 27, 2024

Frequently Asked Questions

This course can be delivered either in-house or virtually. 

In-House Delivery Exclusively For Your Organisation

This course can be delivered exclusively for your organisation, in any location or virtually through Microsoft Teams or Zoom. Read more on our in-house training services.

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We run this course on demand at a time and place to suit you and your team.
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