Course dates
There are currently no dates scheduled for this course. Please contact our team to let us know you are interested.
Overview
This course is highly practical in nature, delegates will experience the whole process of a safe and systematic approach to working at height operations. The course includes the skills required to rescue / recover a casualty hanging in suspension.
This is an essential, if often overlooked, function as an unconscious casualty may have as little as 10 minutes to survive in this position.
Price
£621
Duration
2 Days
Location
This course is usually delivered at our training centre, but can be delivered at a client’s premises.
Structure
This course combines classroom theory and practical exercises. Day one focuses on legislation, equipment selection and safe working practices, while day two focuses on rescue techniques, casualty recovery methods and practical demonstrations using work at height rescue systems. Delegates complete written and practical assessments throughout the programme.
Course handouts
The International Working at Height Handbook.
PPE required
Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves.
Content
The UK work at height legislation
Principals of the hierarchy of risk
Fall avoidance
Work at height techniques
Selection and safe use of harnesses
Selection and safe use of lanyards and energy absorbers
Karabiners and connectors
Anchor point selection
Vertical lowering of casualty
Vertical raising of casualty
Use of stretchers
Suspension trauma
Question and answer sessions
Practical and written assessments
Who will benefit
The course is aimed at those whose work requires them to work at height as part of a work team. This would include the majority of oilfield personnel who are required to occasionally work at height, for example, painters, scaffolders, mechanical and electrical technicians, steel erectors, riggers, steeplejacks, electricity and telecommunications workers. This course will also be of interest to the emergency services.
Note
This course is physically demanding. Delegates are recommended to take towels and a change of clothes as shower facilities are available
More course information
If you would like more information about this course, including course content and upcoming delivery dates, please get in touch with our team. We'll be happy to discuss your requirements and help you find the best training option for your needs.
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