This course is designed to provide you with the knowledge and technical skills to effectively identify and inspect the type of safety harness and connect it to a safety harness system. It also covers risks while working at height, including harness suspension, and the importance of having a rescue plan to execute various rescue methods.
KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES:
At the completion of the course, you will be able to:
- Identify the common types of height safety equipment employed on height work in the workplace.
- Employ height safety equipment in a workplace environment.
- Identify suitable height work equipment.
- Plan rescue techniques and emergency procedures for working at height in the workplace.
- Identify suitable anchor points for fall arrest and restraint systems.
- Explain the legislative requirements associated with working at heights.
- Explain the systems suitable for working at heights.
NZQA UNITS:
- 17600 - Explain safe work practices for working at heights
- 25045 - Employ height safety equipment in the workplace
Numeracy and Literacy: All students must have the ability to write, speak and understand basic English to complete the assessments. less