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.
Refresher in line with 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
25045 Employ height safety equipment in the workplace
*Optional: 17600 Explain safe work practices for working at heights
NOTE: Candidate MUST hold the relevant unit standard(s) on their NZQA Record of Acheivement or provide evidence of previous certification.
Course Duration
1 day (6-8hrs)
Special Notes
Those qualified with unit 15757 will be able to work unsupervised as well as supervise and manage a group or team.
Refresher
In alignment with industry best practice VHNZ recommends a refresher course within three years.
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