This course covers all aspects of the use and inspection of harnesses in working at height applications. It will enable delegates to select, inspect and use harnesses correctly. If a delegate has an IPAF licence for MEWPS this qualification can be added to their licence.
Who is the course for?
Anyone who uses a harness in any type of working at height application.
Course content includes:
- Employer’s and employee’s legal responsibilities
- MEWPs and harnesses
- Hierarchy of measures for hazard avoidance
- Choice of harness and lanyard
- Testing of harnesses by manufacturer
- Pre use checks and correct usage
- Safe working loads & limitations
- Rescue situations
- Keeping of records
Completion of the course:
Delegates will take a short written test. Successful delegates will receive a training certificate.