SAQA ID: 229998 | NQF Level1 | 2 Credits | Duration: 1 Day
Working at heights training
Working at heights training is required in South Africa for any work that is 1.5 meters above the ground. Our training covers the use of fall prevention systems, personal protective equipment, risk assessment, and safe work procedures.
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The Training Academy offers a comprehensive one-day Working at Heights Training course that is available across South Africa and most Southern African countries. We also offer the convenience of on-site training sessions, tailored to your specific location.
Our program is led by experienced and certified instructors who are committed to prioritizing safety. We place a strong emphasis on delivering hands-on, practical training to ensure that you acquire the skills and expertise necessary for working safely at height.
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Additional Info
This Working at Heights course will teach you the essential knowledge and skills you need to work safely at height. You will learn about the different types of fall protection equipment, how to inspect and use it, and how to plan and organize work safely at height.
Course content
The course covers the following topics:
- The risks associated with working at height
- The legal requirements for working at height
- The different types of fall protection equipment
- How to inspect and use fall protection equipment
- How to plan and organize work safely at height
Course outcomes
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
- Identify the risks associated with working at height
- Select the appropriate fall protection equipment for the task
- Inspect and use fall protection equipment safely
- Plan and organize work safely at height
Frequently Asked Questions
Our Working at Heights course is 1 day long. It covers the essential knowledge and skills needed to work at heights safely.
Yes, our Working at Heights course is fully comprehensive and includes practical hands-on training in accordance with the SAQA ID 229998 course requirements. This means that participants will have the opportunity to practice their skills in a safe environment, such as setting up and using fall protection equipment, working safely on ladders and scaffolding, and rescue procedures.
Any person working at a height, where there is risk of injury or fall, needs to have a valid Working at Height certificate. This is because working at heights is a high-risk activity and even experienced workers can make mistakes. A Working at Height certificate shows that the worker has been trained in the essential knowledge and skills necessary to work safely at heights.
Yes, even if you have a valid medical certificate, you still need to complete Working at Heights training. A medical certificate only states that you are medically fit to work at heights, but it does not guarantee that you have the knowledge and skills necessary to work safely at heights. Working at Heights training will teach you the essential knowledge and skills you need to work safely at heights, such as how to assess and manage risks, how to use fall protection equipment, and first aid for falls from height.
Even if your employees have been working at heights for many years, they still need to attend training. This is because the risks associated with working at heights can change over time, and new safety regulations may be introduced. By attending training, your employees can stay up-to-date on the latest safety practices and procedures, and ensure that they are working safely.
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To learn more about our Working at Heights Training course, please contact us today. We would be happy to answer any questions you have and help you choose the right training solution for your needs.
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