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WORKING AT HEIGHTS COURSE At the end of the course the learner will be able to demonstrate an understanding of working at heights, inspecting, caring for and storage of fall arrest equipment, and other PPE and safety, health and environmental principles regarding the safe construction and maintenance of platforms, ladders, scaffolds and walkways in elevated position. SPECIFIC COURSE OUTCOMES This course is partly aligned to the registered SAQA Unit Standard: Monitor, report and make recommendations pertaining to specified requirements in terms of working at heights. Unit Standard ID: 120362 NQF Level: 03 Credits: 4 At the end of the course, the learner will be able to: • Perform work at elevated positions • Complete a risk assessment • Select the correct PPE and maintain and store accordingly • Understand and apply relevant legislation
Working at height is one of the riskiest things people do at work. One slip, one loose harness or one rushed shortcut can change a life in seconds and bring a whole job to a standstill. Having someone who really understands height safety laws, equipment and procedures makes a huge difference. That person keeps an eye on the bigger picture, helps the team work with confidence and makes sure everyone goes home at the end of the shift.
With solid height safety skills in place, elevated work stops feeling like guesswork. You will learn how to manage work areas off the ground, assess risks properly and put the right fall protection and rescue plans in place so jobs can carry on without constant fear or confusion. You will also understand the importance of choosing and caring for harnesses and other PPE, checking anchor points, planning safe access and making sure everyone follows the same simple, clear procedures.
When height work is planned properly the whole job feels calmer and more under control. Everyone knows who is allowed to go up, what fall protection they need, which anchor points are safe and what checks must happen before feet leave the ground. Protect your team and your business!