Summary

Statistics show that falls from height are one of the biggest causes of workplace fatalities and major injuries. Our highly commended Working from Heights online training course helps ensure compliance with the Work at Height Regulations 2005. It equips both employers and employees with the information required to manage height-related risks and control measures effectively.

What you'll learn:

  • An understanding of The Working at Heights Regulations (2005).
  • Knowledge of the responsibilities of employers and employees.
  • An understanding of the hazards and good practices to adopt.
  • How to adopt controlled strategies for accident prevention.
  • Being able to assess which equipment is suitable for various tasks.
  • Proper use of safety equipment when working at height.

Who is this for?

All levels of employees who work at heights.

Anything else you need to know:

What is Working from Heights training?

Working from Heights training is designed to teach employees how to work safely at elevated heights. Our training provides the knowledge needed to reduce the risk of injury at home and at work. The training is essential in industries such as construction, maintenance and certain types of industrial work. 

What is ‘work at height’?

“Working at height” refers to any task performed in a location where, without proper precautions, a person could fall and potentially suffer an injury. You are considered to be working at height if you:

  • Perform tasks above ground or floor level
  • Could fall from an edge, through an opening, or onto a fragile surface
  • Could fall from ground level into an opening in a floor or hole in the ground

However, working at height does not include slipping or tripping on a level surface, as it involves explicitly falling from one level to a lower level. Additionally, it does not apply to walking up and down permanent staircases within a building.

Is Working at Height training a legal requirement?

Yes, Working at Height training is a legal requirement. It is mandated by the Working at Height Regulations 2005 to prevent death and injury caused by falls from heights. If you are an employer or you are responsible for work at height (facilities managers, building owners, contractors) then the regulations apply to you. 

Specifically, Regulation 6 (3) of the Working at Height Regulations specifies, “The relevant employers/contractors/overseers of work from height must ensure that those involved in work at height are trained and competent’.

Who needs Working at Height training?

Working at height training is essential for several industries and individuals within those sectors. Examples of roles it is crucial for include:

  • Construction workers 
  • Maintenance personnel
  • Warehouse employees
  • Window cleaners
  • Telecommunications workers

However, even in cases where it is not explicitly mandated by law, providing this training can be a good business practice. It enhances workplace safety, reduces the risk of accidents, and ensures compliance with broader health and safety regulations.

How often should you carry out Working at Height training?

The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) advises that you and your team should complete Working at Height training as soon as you start working at height. It is also recommended that a Working at Heights training refresher course be conducted every six months. These refresher courses help employees remember how to use and maintain equipment safely, thereby reducing the likelihood of workplace accidents.

As an employer, you should consider conducting Working at Heights training refresher courses in the following situations:

  • A new staff member joins the team.
  • A team member returns to work after a long absence.
  • A team member fails to work at height safely following initial training.

How much does Working at Heights training cost?

The cost of Working from Heights training can vary based on the size and location of your company. Our Working from Heights training sessions are priced competitively and affordably for business owners of all sizes. It’s worth remembering that the small investment in training pales compared to the high cost of non-compliance, which could include corporate manslaughter fines and the cost to your employees’ lives. 

What are the main risks of working at height?

The main risks associated with working at height include:

  • Falls: The most common and serious risk, leading to significant injuries or fatalities, particularly in construction and maintenance.
  • Falling objects: Tools and materials can fall, posing a danger to those working below.
  • Unstable surfaces: Working on fragile or unstable surfaces increases the risk of collapses and falls.
  • Adverse weather: Rain, wind, and ice can make surfaces slippery and unstable, increasing the likelihood of accidents.

Training reduces these risks by educating workers on proper safety procedures, use of protective equipment, and hazard identification, thereby preventing accidents and ensuring a safer work environment.

Book Working from Heights Training (in the UK)

Interested in booking this online course? Training can be scheduled on request. View our other health and safety training courses here.  Please get in touch to discuss your requirements by calling us at 01925 649 818 or emailing us at info@pmconnections.co.uk.

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Interested in booking this course? Training can be scheduled on request, please get in touch to discuss your requirements by calling us on 01925 649 818 or emailing us at info@pmconnections.co.uk.

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