Work at Height Rescue

Falls from height are a major cause of serious accidents in industry, particularly during construction and maintenance work. Many fatal accidents occur when employees fall from heights, underscoring the importance of appropriate work-at-height rescue training.

The Work-at-Height Rescue training offered by ASP aims to equip participants with the skills needed to respond effectively in an emergency, using safety equipment such as safety harnesses for work at height and complying with applicable regulations.

Training objectives

• Understand the fundamental principles of work-at-height rescue
• Know how to use safety equipment for work at height, particularly safety harnesses
• Distinguish between the different work-at-height rescue techniques and the situations in which to apply them
• Develop a work-at-height rescue plan based on specific risks and available resources

Who this training is for

• Employees working at height
• Health and safety managers in companies using work-at-height equipment
• Emergency and rescue teams
• Work-at-height safety and rescue trainers

Course outline

Duration: 2 days

1. Introduction to the fundamental principles of work-at-height rescue
2. Understanding the specific hazards and risks associated with working at height
3. Use of safety equipment for work at height, particularly safety harnesses
4. Operational control: before, during, and after the work-at-height rescue operation
5. Roles and responsibilities in work-at-height rescue
6. Case study: Considering the operational deployment of a work-at-height rescue plan
7. Performance indicators for assessing the effectiveness of a work-at-height rescue plan
8. Practical work-at-height rescue simulation

Training methods

• Interactive presentations
• Practical case studies
• Benchmarking
• Discussions and experience sharing
• Quizzes and assessments
• Practical simulations

Benefits

What this training provides your organization

• Reduced risk of accidents related to falls and work-at-height rescue operations
• Improved safety and health for employees working at height
• Compliance with regulations and safety standards specific to work at height
• Strengthening the company’s safety culture, particularly regarding work-at-height rescue operations
• Increased efficiency and productivity of work-at-height rescue operations through better preparation and use of safety equipment