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Fall protection Training – 4 hours ( Includes theory and practical)

Fall Protection

Ensuring workplace safety is crucial when working at heights. Implementing effective fall protection systems, including guardrails, fall restraint, and fall arrest, is essential. Conducting thorough risk assessments and providing safety training helps identify fall hazards and ensures compliance with Occupational Health and Safety regulations, ultimately protecting workers from serious injuries.

A written fall protection plan is vital for any site without permanent guardrails, especially where a fall of 7.5 meters or more is possible. By educating employees on personal fall protection equipment and emergency rescue procedures, organizations can create a safer work environment, minimizing risks associated with slips, trips, and falls.

Course Length

The duration of this course is 4 hours.

Registration

Your registration is considered “pending” until payment is received or guaranteed by a company. Until this happens, you do not have a spot in the course. We do accept Visa and M/C over the telephone or you can come into our office and pay cash or debit.

Certification

Certification of the fall protection course requires full participation and course attendance. Candidates must achieve 70% on a multiple-choice exam. Upon successful completion, the participant will receive certification that is valid for three years.

Topics Covered in Fall Protection Training

  • Fall Protection definition
  • Obligation to use Fall Protection
  • Fall Protection Hierarchy 
  • Total fall clearance calculation 
  • Selection of Safety Harness/Safety belt
  • Fall Restrain V/s Fall Arrest
  • Equipment Standards
  • Different types of Anchors
  • Different types of Lifelines
  • Certifications by an engineer
  • Inspection
  • Written Fall Protection Plan
  • Removal from Service
Fall Protection Awareness 4 Hour Course and Fall Protection 8 Hour Course are offered by Mainland Safety. Below are links for Fall protection training courses details.

Who require Fall Protection

In British Columbia, the following groups need fall protection:

  1. Construction Workers: Those involved in construction activities at heights, including scaffolding and roofing.
  2. Maintenance Workers: Employees performing maintenance tasks on roofs, ladders, or elevated structures.
  3. Industrial Workers: Personnel working with machinery or materials at elevated levels.
  4. Utility Workers: Individuals maintaining power lines, telephone poles, or other elevated infrastructure.
  5. Event Setup Crews: Workers setting up stages, lighting, or other equipment at heights for events.
  6. Warehouse Workers: Employees using forklifts or working on high storage racks.
  7. Window Cleaners: Those cleaning high-rise buildings or structures.
  8. Landscapers: Workers using lifts for tree trimming or other elevated tasks.
  9. Roofers: Individuals installing or repairing roofs.
  10. Surveyors: Those conducting surveys in elevated locations.

Any worker exposed to fall hazards in their role must adhere to fall protection regulations set by WorkSafeBC.