Working at Height Awareness

Preventing falls and managing work at height safely

Course Overview

This course provides learners with an understanding of the risks associated with working at height and the controls required to prevent falls. Learners will explore legal requirements, planning considerations, equipment selection and safe systems of work. The course highlights the severe consequences of falls from height and explains how organisations can reduce risks through effective planning, supervision and competence.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand legal requirements relating to work at height
• Identify common fall hazards
• Apply the hierarchy of controls for work at height
• Understand safe use of ladders and access equipment
• Recognise inspection and maintenance requirements
• Understand rescue and emergency planning principles
• Support safe work-at-height activities

Course Structure (5 topics, 15 lessons)