Safety Harness (Use and Inspection)

Aims

This course provides participants with knowledge relating to the safe use and inspection of safety harnesses. On completion, participants will be able to:
- Understand the principal requirements of current legislation
- Recognise their roles and responsibilities
- Demonstrate correct procedures for inspection and use.

Structure

This is a 1/2 day course which offers practical training delivered in a classroom. The course can be delivered on demand throughout the year and will be complete in between one and a half and two hours depending on previous knowledge and understanding.

Content

The following areas are covered:
- Legal requirements
- Duties of managers and employees
- Definition of terms
- Sources of damage
- Recommended storage procedures
- Content of inspection
- Consideration of task
- Fitting and use of the harness.

Career Opportunities

This course is suitable for individuals and groups whose employment requires an understanding of proper use of safety harnesses within the workplace.

Progression

This is one of a range of Health and Safety courses which candidates could progress to as part of a wider personal development plan.

Entry Requirements

There is no requirement to provide evidence of other qualifications or skills.