Purpose

The aim of this course is to enable a trainee to use, install and disestablish proprietary fall arrest systems when working at height.

Course Objectives  

At the successful completion of the course the trainee will be able to:

• Identify anchor points.
• Use proprietary fall arrest systems.
• Install and disestablish straightforward proprietary fall arrest systems using designated anchor points.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the hazards associated with wearing a safety harness and associated equipment.
• Demonstrate knowledge of safety harnesses and associated systems and equipment.
• Check and fit a safety harness.
• Use a safety harness where a fall hazard exists at height.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the rescue plan to be activated in the event of a fall.
• Retrieve a worker trapped within a system.

NZQA Unit Standards

15757   Use, install and disestablish proprietary fall arrest system working at height

23229   Use a safety harness for personal fall prevention when working at height

Course Duration

2 days

Special Notes

Those qualified with unit 15757 will be able to work unsupervised as well as supervise and manage a group or team.

In alignment with industry best practice VHNZ recommends a refresher course within two years.less