To inform the candidates of the legal requirements, “dangers” from working at height, and how specific FLT maintenance tasks can be carried out safely using ladders and hop-ups.
Content
- Initial assessment
- Accident rates/statistics (HSE)
- Relevant legislation / HSAWA, Working at Height Regulations & PUWER etc
- Attitudes and perceptions
- Understanding WAH Risk Assessment/Short Duration Plans
- Planning working at height
- Selection and inspection of suitable equipment
- Safe use of ladders/step ladders/hop-ups (practical exercises)
- Individual fall protection – PPE (Restraint belts)
- Summative assessment questionnaire