Work at height

Work at height exposes teams to a high risk of falls, particularly on construction sites, industrial sites, and during maintenance operations. Mastering access techniques and correctly selecting and using safety harnesses are essential to preventing serious accidents.

This training provides professionals with the regulatory and practical knowledge needed to plan, perform, and monitor work at height, including implementing rescue procedures and complying with legal safety requirements.

Training objectives

• Identify the regulatory requirements and standards applicable to work at height
• Define procedures for preventing and controlling fall risks, including the selection and use of safety harnesses
• Establish the steps for inspecting and performing preventive maintenance on access equipment (scaffolding, platforms, lifelines)
• Know how to implement emergency measures and work-at-height rescue techniques in the event of a fall or incident

Who this training is for

• Technicians and operators working on platforms or scaffolding
• Site managers and work-at-height team leaders
• HSE managers and safety coordinators
• Industrial site supervisors and managers

Training schedule

Duration: 1 day

1. Introduction
2. Regulatory framework and standards applicable to work at height
3. Hazards and fall risks associated with work at height
4. Operational proficiency: prevention, selection, and use of safety harnesses; access procedures
5. Inspection, maintenance, and monitoring of access equipment (scaffolding, platforms, lifelines)
6. Roles and responsibilities of worksite personnel
7. Case study: implementing rescue and emergency measures at height
8. Performance indicators and risk management proficiency tracking

Teaching methods

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

Benefits

What this training provides for your organization

• Reduced risk of falls and accidents related to work at height
• Compliance with regulatory requirements and safety standards specific to working at height
• Strengthened prevention and risk management culture on worksites
• Optimized management and maintenance of access equipment, limiting unplanned downtime
• Improved operational efficiency through clearly mastered access and rescue procedures