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Falls from height are one of the biggest causes of workplace fatalities and major injuries. Working at Height Regulations specify that it is an employer’s duty to ensure that people working at height have sufficient skills, knowledge and experience.
These courses are aimed at anyone who works at height using ladders/steps, but are also applicable to their managers and supervisors in order to raise awareness of the risks.
The Safe Working at Height courses cover:
- Introduction to applicable legislation
- How to handle, erect, lower and use different types of ladders in the workplace
- How to identify potential hazardous situations on the ground and above
- The importance of correct storage and inspection requirements
- The duties and responsibilities of both employees and employer with regard to ladder use and inspection
| Course | Duration | Course Location |
|---|---|---|
| Safe Working at Height | 1 days | On-site |
| Safe Use of Ladders | 1/2 days | On-site |
Maximum delegate numbers apply and will be stated at the point of enquiry.
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