Height Safety for Operations on Rooftops, Structures and Steep Ground

DURATION

Half a day

RATIO OF TRAINERS TO TRAINEES

Normally 1:6

INTRODUCTION

A practical enhancement to PHS Training 1 to allow officers to work safely in the vicinity of unprotected edges, on steep ground or slightly angled rooftops.

COURSE SYLLABUS

Theory

In addition to the theory elements of the PHS 1 the following topics will be covered:

• What constitutes an unprotected edge
• What constitutes steep ground and when to use work position techniques
• The importance of avoidance of hazards where possible
• Correct risk assessment when setting up working systems and knowing their limitations

Practical

• Exposure to height
• Anchor Selection
• Work Restraint Systems
• Work Position Systems
• Fall arrest systems

The above work systems must be used and understood by all officers and their correct application explored.

• Correct fitting and adjustment of Fall Arrest and Work Positioning harnesses by all officers.
• The safe use of all styles of fall arrest lanyards
• Ladder ascent and descent using in-situ permanent systems
• Ladder ascent and descent using temporary systems
• Installation of flexible line fall arrest systems
• The use of horizontal trans-fastener systems
• The use of temporary horizontal line systems
• Use and limitations of adjustable work positioning lanyard
• The use of restraint systems and the potential variations
• Importance of rescue provision

All of the practical systems must be demonstrated and their correct applications understood by all delegates in order to complete the course.