This course instructs a user to select, inspect and use a harness and associated equipment safely when using a MEWP.
Course | Operator Experience | Course Duration | Delegates per Course | Age Requirement |
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(H) Harnesss Use & Inspection | Any experience | 1/2 Day | Maximum of 10 | 16 |
Introduction
Legislation, Standards and Guidance (HSWA, MHSWR, PUWER, PPER & WAHR & CE Marks)
Hierarchy of Fall Protection Measures (Safe work at height, Avoidance, Work Restraint, Work Position and Fall Arrest)
IPAF Harness Statement (Technical Guidance Note)
Harness, Lanyard and Fittings (Harness Types, Lanyard Types, Fall Factors, Fixed vs. Adjustable, Loops vs. Sliders, Inertia Devices, Different Connects, Captive Webbing.)
Pre-Use Checks (Includes a practical Exercise)
Usage and Anchor Points (Typical Anchorage Points)
Storage and Maintenance
Hazards and Precautions
Rescue Requirements and Options
Theory Test (Individual written pass or fail tests with explanation of pass requirements)
Upon successful completion of the course, delegates will receive an IPAF certificate, which is valid for five years.
If you have any concerns about whether you are eligible to undertake this course, please contact us.