Fall Protection
- 7 hour course, no prerequisites
Falls are the leading cause of industrial injury, excluding motor vehicle accidents. In 1998 injuries due to falls cost Alberta Industry more than thirty million dollars. This one-day program will give you the knowledge you need to take a pro-active approach to Fall Protection in your work place. Topics include anchor and free fall, full body harness, connecting components, fall distance calculations, control levels, legislation and specialized fall arrest systems.
Course at a glance
- In-class, face-to-face delivery.
- Aimed at entry-level and practicing health and safety coordinators, professionals, officers, technicians, supervisors, trainers, management, and administrators.
What you will learn
- Understand fall protection regulations.
- Comprehend the various types of fall protection.
- Identify the components of a fall arrest and restraint system.
- Understand equipment specifications for proper usage.
- Understand general equipment care principles for inspection, storage, and maintenance.
- Comprehend the need for proper rescue planning.
Take note:
- Reading materials: Fall Protection workbook to be provided in class.
This course has no prerequisites
Students from all educational backgrounds welcome. You can register for this course without applying and enrolling in a program.
Looking for different course dates?
New course schedules are released each June and November.
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