Course Description
Engage in hands-on training and learn protection methods for preventing falls.
This course replaces 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 tasks assigned.
DURATION: 1 Day
Certificate Expiry: 3 Years
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