Working at Height – UK

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Working at height is an essential part of many jobs, but it can be dangerous. In fact, falls are the single biggest cause of workplace death and one of the main causes of serious injury. The Work at Height Regulations 2005 apply to all workplaces and industry sectors where work at height will be taking place. The regulations specify safe work practices and are designed to prevent deaths and injuries resulting from falls at work. The purpose of the legislation is to ensure that work at height is planned, organised and carried out safely. The regulations lay out responsibilities for employees and place duties on employers, the self-employed and any person who controls the work of others to do all that is reasonably practicable to prevent falls in the workplace. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by New Level Safety Limited, a professional services company specialising in corporate health and safety management. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

  • define the meaning of the term "work at height"
  • identify the main purpose of the Work at Height Regulations
  • recognise the basic responsibilities of employees and employers when working at height
  • recognise what work at height is and identify the responsibilities of employees and employers
  • identify the requirements dutyholders must fulfil to ensure work at height is properly planned and organised
  • identify the requirements dutyholders must fulfil to ensure workers involved in work at height are trained and competent
  • identify the requirements dutyholders must fulfil to ensure equipment is properly selected
  • identify the requirements dutyholders must fulfil to ensure equipment is properly inspected
  • identify the requirements dutyholders must fulfil to ensure weather conditions that could endanger workers are taken into account
  • identify the requirements dutyholders must fulfil to ensure workplace risks are properly controlled
  • recognise the requirements dutyholders must fulfil under the Work at Height Regulations 2005

IN THIS COURSE

  • Working at Height
    4m
  • Employee and Employer Responsibilities
    7m
  • Knowledge Check: Working at Height
    4m
  • Planning and Training
    3m
  • Selection and Inspection of Equipment
    4m
  • Weather Conditions and Risk Control
    3m
  • Knowledge Check: Dutyholder Requirements
    6m

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