Description
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, delegates will have:
- an understanding of the current legislation relevant to working at heights and Ladders
- an understanding of the assessment of hazards and risks
- an understanding of safe systems of work
- the safety essentials for the avoidance of the most common types of accident caused by using steps & ladders improperly.
Course Content
Introduction to Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
Working at Height Regulation 2005
Duties of employer and employee
Safety systems
Assessment of risks
Company procedures
Safe systems of work
Common hazards
Including:
Weather
Chemical
Fragile materials
PUWER 1998
What are steps & ladders – Types – Components – Maintenance – fault-finding
Practical setting up/taking down/storage and transportation
Personal Actions post course
Course Duration: One Day
Delivery: This course can be delivered at a venue to suit you, please contact us for pricing on 01284 763040