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Working at Height Training
In the UK, falls from height account for over a quarter of all workplace fatalities, making it the leading cause of death at work. Add to this 43,000 non-fatal accidental injuries and you begin to get an idea of just how dangerous working at height can be.
Course Description
As the leading cause of death in UK workplaces, falls from height are accidents that can be avoided if proper health & safety practices are strictly followed. It is essential that those who work from height, and those who supervise it, understand how to prevent accidents from happening.
This online training course teaches the user about their legal responsibilities when working from height, and what their employer is responsible for. Additionally, the course helps the user to understand the risks associated with working at height and how you can prevent accidents from happening.
Target Audience
Whether you work at height as part of your job or supervise those who do, this Working at Height Training is essential. It covers the basic principles of Health & Safety, the legal obligations of both employers and employees, and it provides best-practice guidance designed to keep everyone safe. This course is RoSPA & IOSH Approved.
Advantages
This online Working at Height course is approved by leading industry bodies CPD, IOSH, RoSPA and IIRSM.
Online training is flexible, efficient and cost-effective meaning the candidate can progress through the modules at their own pace and in their own time to fit the training in around their work and personal life.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand and show your commitment to the Work at Height Regulations 2005
- Understand the risks associated with working at height and how you can prevent accidents from happening
- Understand the legal responsibilities that are placed on you and your employer
Further Progression & Related Courses
Other courses that would be useful for candidates taking this course include:
| Course | Module Number | Module Name | Pass % Required |
|---|---|---|---|
| Working at Height | 1 | Working at Height | 70% |
| Working at Height | 2 | The Risks | 70% |
| Working at Height | 3 | Choosing Equipment | 70% |
Recommended System Requirements:
- Browser: Up to date web browser
- Video: Up to date video drivers
- Memory: 1Gb+ RAM
- Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)
Duration:
35 minutes
(Note: This is based on the amount of video content shown and is rounded off. It does not account in any way for loading time or thinking time on the questions).
