Harness & Lanyard Awareness
About the course
A safety harness must be suitable for the task, correctly fitted and checked before use. This course explains the purpose of harness systems and the safety considerations involved when using them as part of a planned work-at-height task.
Delegates will learn about harness selection, fitting and pre-use checks, alongside the importance of equipment inspection and recognising damage or defects. The course also introduces relevant duties under the Work at Height Regulations 2005.
Who is this course for?
This course is suitable for employees whose work requires them to use a safety harness, and anyone who needs a better understanding of harness checks, fitting and safe use.
Course content
Introduction to safe working at height
Work at Height Regulations 2005
Competence and responsibilities
Fall prevention and protection
Selecting a harness suitable for the task
Harness fitting and adjustment
Pre-use checks and equipment inspection
Recognising defects and reporting concerns
Awareness of safe and unsafe practices involving MEWPs, suspended platforms, roofs, ladders, scaffolds and mobile access towers
Assessment of delegates’ understanding
What will delegates learn?
By the end of the course, delegates will have a better understanding of harness selection, how to put on and adjust a harness, and the checks needed before use.
They will understand why damaged or defective equipment must be reported and taken out of use, and how harness systems fit within the wider precautions needed for work at height.
Arrange training for your team
Tell us how many people need training, the equipment they use and the tasks they carry out. We’ll discuss your Safety Harness Awareness Training requirements and provide a quotation.