COURSE DESCRIPTION
** THIS COURSE REPLACED THE FORMER OSSA-APPROVED FALL PROTECTION TRAINING COURSES
DESIGNED FOR
Workers who need basic fall protection training to work in areas with potential fall hazards.
Note: While this basic course can be used as part of a worker’s competency assessment, the employer must designate a worker as a “competent person” based on the specific task assigned.
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TOPICS INCLUDE
- Fall Protection concepts
- Legislation and regulations
- Safety measures and best practices
- Identifying and assessing fall hazards
- Fall arrest systems and equipment
- Protection planning
- Effects of a fall and fall rescue planning
Participants will engage in hands-on training activities, including inspecting, fitting, adjusting and connecting fall protection systems and components.
This is a 1-day program. Upon successful completion of this course the employee is issued with a training certificate valid for 3 years.
Note: Course starts at 8:00 a.m. sharp. Students who are late may be refused admission. Coveralls, safety glasses, hardhat, gloves and steel-toed boots are required for the practical portion of this course. The practical exam takes place outdoors, please dress appropriately for the weather.