Overview
This course is aimed at candidates that require the knowledge to enable them to correctly use of harness and fall arrest equipment and understand the regulations and associated risks.
Course Content
Candidates will be able to:
- Understand the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilites
- Understand the manufacturer’s handbook for the particular harness/fall arrest to be used
- Locate and identify major components of the harness/fall arrest and explain their functions
- Conduct all safety checks in accordance with manufacturer’s and legislative requirements
- Select suitable types of harness/fall arrest relative to the work being undertaken
- Identify and maintain PPE appropriate for harness/fall arrest use and demonstrate it’s correct use
- Correctly fit and remove the safety harness/fall arrest
- Understand environmental considerations
- Store the harnes/fall arrest equipment
- Carry out end of work inspections
Entry Requirements
Good understanding of spoken and written English.
Duration
Novice course – 1/2 Day course
Location
Customer Site (Training & Testing) – Site must adhere to NPORS specifications
Next Steps
NPORS Traditional Card – There are no requirements to complete an NVQ, a five-year card is issued and after five years reassessment is required.
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