Working at Height Assessor Training

Aims & Objectives

This course is specifically designed for managers, supervisors and those tasked by their company with assessing individuals working at height. It gives delegates the knowledge to identify hazards, evaluate control measures and assess whether work at height is being carried out safely and in line with the Work at Height Regulations 2005. Please note this is not a train-the-trainer course.

Suitability

Managers, supervisors and those tasked by their company with assessing individuals working at height.

Requirements

No prior experience is required. This is an assessor course, not a train-the-trainer course.

Syllabus

Legislation & Responsibilities

• The Work at Height Regulations 2005

Assessing the Risk

• Hazard identification and risk assessment
• The hierarchy of control measures
• Establishing safe systems of work

Equipment

• The selection and use of work at height equipment
• Inspection and maintenance requirements

Assessment

• Multiple-choice question paper

Notes

Comprehensive notes will be given to all students who attend the course.

Certification

On satisfactory completion of the course a certificate of competence will be issued that will be valid for three years.