Working at heights can be extremely dangerous, and falls from elevated work locations are a leading cause of workplace injuries and fatalities in Canada. It is, therefore, essential to have adequate training in fall protection to prevent accidents and keep workers safe. The Fall Protection Course (8 Hour’s) offered by Mainland Safety Training Company is designed to provide comprehensive training to workers and help them stay safe while working at heights.
Course Description
The Fall Protection Course (8 Hour’s) is aligned with provincial legislation and includes an instructor-led PowerPoint presentation, practical exercises, class discussions, videos, written knowledge tests, and practical exams. The course content covers Fall Protection Standard requirements, legislation as it relates to Fall Protection, Fall Restraint versus Fall Arrest, types of falls and effects, fall protection planning, the training and competency requirements, rescue and escape planning, recognition, evaluation, and control of hazards, completing a hazard assessment, fall arrest calculations, and proper donning and doffing of fall protection equipment.
The Importance of Fall Protection Training
Workers who are required to work at heights need to be trained in fall protection to understand the hazards associated with elevated work locations and how to avoid them. By taking the Fall Protection Course (8 Hour’s), workers will learn how to identify and evaluate potential hazards, plan and prepare for safe work at heights, and use fall protection equipment effectively. This training is vital to ensure the safety and well-being of workers and prevent accidents in the workplace.
The Learning Objectives
The learning objectives of the Fall Protection Course (8 Hour’s) are to ensure that students demonstrate an understanding of the following:
The Fall Protection Standard requirements
Legislation as it relates to Fall Protection
Fall Restraint versus Fall Arrest
Types of Falls and Effects
Fall Protection Planning
The Training and Competency requirements
Rescue and Escape Planning
Recognition, Evaluation, and Control of hazards
Completing a Hazard Assessment
Fall Arrest Calculations
Proper Donning and Doffing of Fall Protection Equipment
The Validity of Certification
The certificate issued upon completing the Fall Protection Course (8 Hour’s) is valid for three years and is recognized Canada-wide. This means that workers who complete the course will have the knowledge and skills necessary to work safely at heights, and their certification will be accepted by employers across the country.
The Fall Protection Awareness Course
In addition to the Fall Protection Course (8 Hour’s), Mainland Safety Training Company also offers a Fall Protection Awareness Course, which is 4 hours long and includes theory and practical exercises. This course covers Fall Restraint versus Fall Arrest, types of falls and effects, fall protection planning, rescue and escape planning, and recognizing, evaluating, and controlling hazards. By completing a hazard assessment and fall arrest calculations, participants will learn how to identify and avoid hazards associated with elevated work locations.
Registration and Certification
Registration for the Fall Protection Course (8 Hour’s) is pending until payment is received or guaranteed by a company. Candidates must achieve 70% on a multiple-choice exam to receive certification, which is valid for three years and recognized Canada-wide.
Get in Touch
If you’re interested in the Fall Protection Course (8 Hour’s) or Fall Protection Awareness Course offered by Mainland Safety Training Company, get in touch with us today. We can be reached by phone at +1 604 617 0211 or by email at [email protected]. Our locations include Delta, Cloverdale, Chilliwack, Abbotsford.