Leading Edge - Height Safety Training Brochure

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Work at Height Regulations 2005 SI 2005/735 (WAHR) as amended by the Work At Height Regulations2007 SI 2007/114

BS 8437:2005+A1:2012 Code of practice for selection, use and maintenance of personal fall protection systems and equipment for use in the work place

BS 8454:2006 Code of practice for the delivery of training and education for work at height and rescue

Health and Safety Executive (HSE) Working at height guidanceINDG401(rev2.) Published 01/14

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GET SKILLSSTAY SAFE

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Plenty of companies teach work at height. But Leading Edge

go beyond that. With an all-encompassing approach, which

gives you the training, work methods and equipment you

need to complete your job — on time, on budget and with

unprecedented levels of safety.

More Than Training. Your Total Access Solution.

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The history of work at height is a testament to the people

who put their lives on the line every day. Unsafe methods,

carelessness, poor equipment... It’s no surprise accidents

involving height were (and still are) the biggest cause of death

in the workplace. Determined to make a difference we set off

on a mission to save lives and change the face of an industry

and from that moment onwards Leading Edge was born.

Fast forward twelve years and we’re still working tirelessly

in the fight against gravity. We’ve come a long way since the

early days and amassed an incredible team of experts in work

at height, education, access solutions and product design

who continue to innovate and deliver handcrafted high-end

height safety equipment and training courses to individuals

and international giants alike, all from our headquarters in the

South of England. Leading Edge is more than a company. It’s

an ethos. A symbol of integrity, ingenuity and excellence. That’s

why thousands of people all over the world choose us for their

height safety training and equipment every year. Come and be

part of the journey.

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Train in-house. or on-site,ANYWHERE IN THE UK.Sit a course at our height safety training academy in the South of England or book us on site and we’ll come to you with all the necessary equipment to deliver training. From Lands End to John O’Groats we can get you trained, wherever you are!

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Train in-house. or on-site,ANYWHERE IN THE UK.

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Thousands of people choose Leading Edge training every year. And it’s not just because relevant bodies like the HSE recognise our courses. But it helps to know you’ll be awarded with license ID’s and certificates you can rely on to prove your competence.

INDUSTRY RECOGNIZED CERTIFICATION

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TWO INSTRUCTORS. TWICE THE SUPPORT.You get two instructors on every single course. They’ll tag-team theory lessons, split the practical sessions into smaller groups with higher teacher-student ratios and generally provide greater personal assistance throughout the day than one instructor ever could alone. Sharing the work keeps instructors fresh and trainees engaged. That ultimately means you get consistently higher quality courses.

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TWO INSTRUCTORS. TWICE THE SUPPORT.

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we’re experts in both training AND product MANUFACTURING.

that gives US THE insight to drive POWERFUL relationships

between you, your work methods and the equipment

that keeps you safe at height.

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Meet The TRAINERS

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AdE SPECIALITY: TOP SECRET

Commanding troops on the Afghan border, training Royal Marines to become Commandos, fighting pirates in The Red Sea; Ade did it all during a long military career as a highly qualified senior instructor. After working at height in many situations throughtout his career, conducting two real life height rescues and recently completing his Level 4 PETTLS instructor course, Ade was ready the join the Leading Edge team.

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Drew is a true height safety heavyweight. In the course of 25 years he has advised governments, developed new technologies, helped refine safer industry work methods and in the process enabled thousands of people around the world to work safely at height. As an instructor Drew is an innovator and natural leader who endeavours to push the limits of education, equipment and practises to help teams big and small to solve their height access challenges.

With a BA in Textile Product Design Dawn spent 5 years at Leading Edge as a product development specialist before diving head first into the instructors programme. Since then Dawn has emerged as an expert in both height safety and product design, giving her a truly unique depth of technical knowledge in work at height and PPE. Dawn is highly motivated and energetic with an easy-going teaching style that makes even the most complex ideas easy to absorb.

DREW

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PETE

SPECIALITY: ACCESS SOLUTIONS

SPECIALITY: HEIGHT SAFETY PRODUCTS

SPECIALITY: GOVERNANCE

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Pete is a 30-year Navy veteran who, as an ardent advocator of workplace safety, soon became a highly qualified Health & Safety Officer. With meticulous attention to detail, a wealth of experience as a Technical Trainer and a passion for helping people understand and comply with their legal duties, joining the elite Leading Edge Instructors team was not only a logical progression for Pete, it was merely a matter of time.

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We all get a little rusty, so we’ll revisit you every 6 months when requested and top up your skills with short a Leading Edge toolbox talk to combat skill-fade. This ensures your continued safety and maintains the validity of your primary certification as required by the british standard.

Whenever your Leading Edge kit needs formally inspecting (legaly required every 6 months) you can ship it to our factory and our qualified inspectors will check and re-certify it if fit for use, free of charge. Alternatively, for a fixed fee we can visit you and inspect your equipment on-site.

Once trained you’ll be eligible to recieve discount on our entire range of height safety products. Have a word with our sales department via phone or email at [email protected] and find out what deals we can do for you.

FREE EQUIPMENT INSPECTION

PRODUCT DISCOUNT

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Providing world leading training and access solutions means investing in your safety over time. Our aftercare doesn’t fall short. Train with us and we’ll follow up with three amazing benefits:

AFTERCARE:

BECAUSE THE FUTURE MATTERS.

FREE TOOLBOX TALKS

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Don’t settle for generic training. Choose a Trade Sphere

and get your course customised with information, imagery,

equipment and exercises that truly matter. We offer a range

of Trade Spheres for all work at height course levels so find

what’s right for you and we guarantee you’ll get the most

valuable and relevant skills for your job.

TAILOR YOUR TRAINING

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Gain a height access solution for any general industry that

requires protection from edge exposure in the workplace.

This includes, but is not limited to, theatre, marine, public

building access, industrial units, manufacturing and

infrastructure services etc. The course typically provides

a wide skill-set to work in many situations, however if you

have a specific general industry trade not covered by our

spheres, have a word with our instructors. We’ll help you

find a bespoke solution and customise the course to suit

your personal needs.

GENERAL ACCESS

Leading Edge Work is a generalist sphere suited to

construction workers exposed to a variety of edges, or

those with multiple job roles requiring a broad knowledge

of height safety principles and practices. While we aim

to cover an assortment of working at height techniques

to access multiple edges across horizontal and vertical

planes, the course is also highly adaptable. So if you

have a construction trade not covered by other spheres

pick this one and our instructors will tailor the course

around your specific height access requirements.

LEADING EDGE WORK

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Learn how to access and traverse a spectrum of

machines and plants including cranes, diggers,

excavators and dozers. As a plant and machinery

operator working close to the ground poses specific

challenges, as many work at height protection systems

require a minimum fall distance to engage. To solve

this you’ll learn how to utilise two systems in unison; a

primary fall restraint system backed up with a secondary

pendulum prevention system. The combination

maintains mobility while ensuring ultimate fall safety at

any height with plants and machinery.

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Whether you’re operating roof machinery and cranes,

traversing gantries and walkaways or climbing racking,

working at height in factories and warehouses exposes

you to a wide range of fall hazards. To cover your bases

we’ll give you the broad skill set to solve the variety

of height access challenges you face on a daily basis.

By the end of the course you’ll be confident in your

ability to set up and operate appropriate equipment for

the prevention of slips, trips, falls and pendulum in the

factory and warehouse environment while climbing.

FACTORY / WAREHOUSE

PLANT / MACHINERY


Get the skills to work on all types of flat and pitched roofs.

Whether they be glass atriums, temporary structures, new

builds, concrete or profiled metal, you’ll learn how to use

existing roof systems, select anchorage locations and

adopt temporary measures when permanent ones are

unavailable. You’ll also discover restraint and adjustable

restraint systems to gain safe access to one or multiple

edges, and learn a variety of more advanced techniques

such as the use of lifelines for increased mobility and

intermediate attachments for multi-user support on roof

edges.

ROOFTOP / MANSAFE

Petrochem and refinery work means accessing complex

structures such as chimney stacks, pipe racks, steel

frames, tanks, walkways, gantry’s and fixed ladders. You’ll

learn how to assess your level of edge exposure, identify

and select appropriate anchorage points and employ fall

protection systems to gain access to these structures,

utilising both front and rear connections on two-point

harnesses for maximum mobility across horizontal and

vertical planes. Everything you need to conduct work at

height in the petrochem/refinery industry.

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Working with industrial ladders creates two distinct

hazards; users falling from ladders and ladders slipping

away from underneath users themselves. Thankfully

the technology and work methods exist to stop this

happening. You’ll learn how to gain safe short duration

access to industrial ladders using lanyards and

adjustable restraint systems whilst using stabilising

techniques to prevent slips, moving or falling. You’ll also

explore positioning aids for hands free work in fixed and

variable locations along the side of a building for total

ladder safety.

As a scaffolder it’s not enough to throw on a harness

and hope for the best. It needs to be worn correctly in

conjunction with the right fall protection systems. The

problem is it’s easy to use the wrong lanyards — you feel

safe but if you’re working below the minimum required

fall distance you’ll hit the floor before protection engages.

To keep you safe you’ll discover how to use fall arrest

and fall restraint systems relative to your working height,

and learn how to use adjustable lanyards correctly in

twin configuration for 100% tie-off whilst manoeuvring

on a scaffold.

LADDER WORK

SCAFFOLDING


FACADE / ENVELOPE

Reinforced concrete structures pose two particular

height safety challenges; multiple open edges around

progressively expanding decking and infill exposure

between table forms. The good news is there are several

access solutions available to you. Whether working with

Alsipercha, lifelines or inertia reels, we’ll show you how

to safely utilise rebar for anchorage points and employ

any of these three protection systems to access and

complete your concrete frame work safely, efficiently

and with personal confidence.

CONCRETE FRAME

As a facade worker you need access to large leading

edges for the installation of cladding, glazing and

brackets. To do this you’ll learn how to select and use

suitable anchorage locations and devices, and cleverly

employ multiple adjustable restraint systems to give

you localised or total perimeter edge access. We’ll also

show you how to safely access hard-to-reach corners

and support multiple operatives across a wide working

area by adopting specialised practices such as lifeline

bending and intermediate attachments.

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Work at height in demolition is highly unpredictable.

Structural integrity is uncertain and strip outs expose

you to fall hazards from removed walls, floors and partial

deconstruction. To gain access to challenging and

constantly changing environments you’ll learn how to

scan your work area for safe anchor points, make use of

bracing, doorways and windows, and adopt temporary

height access solutions such as Man Anchors when a

fixed structure is unfit to use. We’ll help you adapt to

your scenario and prevent the risk of accidents at height

when accessing a demolition site.

DEMOLITION

PRECAST

Precast puts you at permanent risk of a fall from straddling

steel and working with progressively extending leading

edges while installing planks and floor panels. To stay

safe we’ll show you how to identify and set up suitable

anchorage and give you the equipment and methods you

need to work around intricate edges as the build takes

place. We’ll also explore more advanced techniques

required to access precast elements such as stairwells

to give you a complete skill set required for the precast

industry.

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Theory is the first step on the road to competency in height

safety. There’s a lot to learn: legislation, control measures,

equipment performance and work methods — the list goes

on. Sound daunting? We understand. That’s why we’ve

broken down everything you need to know into digestible

modules. They’re easier to absorb and completely scalable,

so if certain topics concern you more than others we can

adapt to keep information relevant and be as deep or as

brief as you need.

All The Theory You Need. In Digestible Modules.

Site Requirements:Don’t worry about any equipment; we’ll bring our

own projector, screen, laptops and props for theory

lessons! We just need somewhere to teach, so if

you book an on site course don’t forget to arrange

a training room that can hold the appropriate

number of people.

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Foundations lays the groundwork for your training. We’ll discuss course

objectives and prime you with essential background knowledge on the

subject of height safety, covering the basics of why we need it, the

devastating effects falls have on individuals, families and businesses

and your general legal responsibilities and duties. By exploring

historical references, statistics and legislation we’ll paint — in real

terms — a picture of where we are today, how far we’ve come and how

far we still have to go to make the work place a safe place.

As a manager or employer you have strict legal responsibility to keep

your workforce safe at height. But while the WAH Regulations and

British Standard exist for everyone’s benefit, being extensive jargon-

filled documents makes them daunting and difficult for non-legal

professionals to understand. Thankfully we do all the heavy lifting to

pull out the clauses that are relevant to you and explain them one-by-

one in layman’s terms, helping you understand how to comply with the

law and prevent unknowingly exposing yourselves and your team to

the possibility of future legal repercussions.

To have a meaningful discussion about height safety we need a clear

picture of the terminology and work methods fundamental to all work

at height. They fall into three distinct categories: Fall Arrest, Work

Positioning and Fall Restraint. In DEP we break down and deliver

detailed definitions of all three methods, demystifying what they mean,

how they function, the equipment that comprise them and the various

ways in which they can be utilised in a height access solution.

FOUNDATIONS

LEGISLATION

DEP / Definitions, Equipment & Practices

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Before work at height can begin each task must be assessed for risk

and appropriate safety measures should be placed where needed. To

do this we’ll utilize the Hierarchy of Control Measures, which outlines

a step-by-step procedure to guide your height access provisions.

We’ll start at the top with the safest possible procedure (avoiding the

need to work at height all-together) and move down the hierarchy

with progressively hazardous scenarios, giving you the knowledge to

conduct your own future assessments using the HCM.

HIERARCHY OF CONTROL MEASURES


Throw it over your shoulders, clip it together, fasten the leg straps and

you’re good to go, right? Be under no illusions, a damaged or incorrectly

worn harness can lead to death, or if you’re truly unlucky, extreme

testicular trauma and rectal damage! To prevent such a nauseating fate

we’ll take you back to basics, familiarise you with different types of

height safety harnesses and their various purposes, teach you how to

perform pre-use inspections and then get down to the nuts and bolts

of how to don and adjust it. At the end of the module each of you will

be provided with your own harness to practise wearing, which will be

then be assessed by the instructor to make sure the whole team is

competent and confident before moving on.

HARNESS TRAINING

Once you have an understanding of what arrest and restraint methods

are we take a deeper a look at intermediate devices, which work

together between your anchor point and harness to form a height safety

system. These include inertia reels, lanyards, lifelines, connectors and

anchorage. We walk you through each device, demonstrating how they

function, how you use them, what their limitations and performance

capabilities are and the practices and work methods that enable you to

use them correctly in applications.

INTERMEDIATE DEVICES

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While we should do all we can to prevent falls, using arrest and

adjustable restraint systems mean the risk of a fall still exists. We need

to be prepared to conduct a swift height rescue should one occur. In

height rescue 101 we’ll examine the physical effects of suspension

intolerance and reflow syndrome on the human body and demystify

the law, revealing exactly what you are required to plan and make

provisions for. We’ll then introduce you to the 3 main methods of height

rescue—lowering, raising and combined—to gain an overview of how

they operate, their requirements of use and their pros and cons for the

recovery of conscious and unconscious fall casualties.

UNDERSTANDING ANCHORAGE

HEIGHT RESCUE 101

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Anchorage is the first and arguably the most important link in the

height safety chain. The challenge is knowing what constitutes a safe

anchorage point and how to select the right anchorage device to

connect with out of a myriad of different options and configurations.

To help you understand we’ll start by exploring permanent anchor

points comprising of fixed structures in your environment and move

on to temporary solutions. Finally we’ll talk in depth about available

anchorage devices and analyse their specific uses, configurations,

ratings and certification to give you the theoretical knowledge to

identify and set up suitable anchorage for your height safety system.

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KIT CARE

FORMAL KIT INSPECTION

Dropped objects are a serious risk, and not just to people, to anything

below a work area where hand-held equipment can fall. In Dropped

Objects we have a frank discussion about the problems associated

with untethered tools, cover some mind-blowing physics about the

impact force even the tiniest objects can generate, and lay down the

law regarding individual and company liability resulting from injury.

Finally we explore some tool tethering solutions available to you today,

so you can start to safely secure your tools at height.

DROPPED OBJECTS

Working at height puts your life in the hands of your equipment, so

it’s in your interest to make sure your kit is fit for use. To ensure safety

we’ll teach you the importance of frequent kit inspection and outline

the basic principles of product and service life. We’ll then explore both

the causes and visual indicators of degradation on a variety of different

products, helping you keep your kit in good condition by handling,

storing and transporting it appropriately and identifying damage when

conducting daily pre-use inspections.

Formal equipment inspection is a requirement that must be conducted

by a competent person on a 6-monthly basis. To understand your legal

responsibilities we’ll introduce you to the inspections process for a full

range of PPE and demonstrate how to record the relevant paperwork.

Towards the end of the module is a practical exercise in which groups

complete a harness inspection test, which gives them the confidence

to conduct kit inspections for height safety harnesses.


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RISK ASSESSMENT

METHOD STATEMENTS

PLANNING WORK ACTIVITY

For many the thought of conducting a risk assessment seems laborious

and over-demanding, but it needn’t be difficult and if done properly will

make all the difference. A good risk assessment ensures employees

stay safe and should an accident occur you’ll have the paperwork to

back up the fact you did all you could be reasonably expected to do.

To get you started we dive right in and show you how to easily identify

hazards, consider who might be harmed, evaluate risks and record and

implement your findings into a pain-free risk assessment.

Those responsible for planning work at height are legally required to

provide a method statement, a document explaining the way tasks

should be completed. It outlines in detail the hazards involved and

provides a guide on how to complete the job safely. With examples,

we’ll walk you through the process of creating a strong, simple and

effective method statement that communicates risks and necessary

precautions to all those involved in work at height, whilst avoiding the

pitfall of ambiguities or generalisations that could lead to confusion.

You’ve sat through the all modules, now it’s time to put it all together!

Using the knowledge gained throughout the course we give you

several mock scenarios and challenge you in teams to conduct visual

risk assessments, decide upon suitable anchorage locations and select

equipment for work at height. In an informal discussion each group will

then explain and debate their decision making process to demonstrate

their ability to plan for a variety of work activities.

RISK ASSESSMENT

METHOD STATEMENTS


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It’s not enough to know only theory, you have to do it in the

real world. And that’s where Leading Edge courses really

shine. There are many ways to work, so after finding the

right access solution you’ll get hands on in a live scenario

where you’ll physically practise setting up and using your

equipment. Let’s look at some techniques you’ll discover as

we go through 6 practical phases: harnesses, anchorage,

fall arrest blocks, retraint systems, lifelines and lanyards.

OUT OF THE CLASSROOM, INTO A HARNESS. WHERE REAL LEARNING BEGINS.

Site Requirements:

Practical exercises require

three anchor points* placed

at right angles and spaced

between 5 and 20 metres.

Don’t fret if site access is unavailable. We strive to be as

accommodating as possible and can conduct practical

lessons in car parks, fields and classrooms when necessary!

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The theory is complete. It’s time to put our harnesses on and get outside for

the practical session. But before we do we’ll conduct a quick recap of the

information learned in the harness training theory module to double-check

everyone has remembered how to correctly fit and adjust their harness before

going any further.

HARNESS TRAININGP H A S E O N E /

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Without firm roots even the strongest tree would topple.

And just as anchorage forms the foundation of any working

at height solution, mistakes made here make all subsequent

safety efforts worthless. So how do we know which device

to use, and where do we place it relative to both our work

area and the leading edge? What wrapping method should

we employ, and how do different configurations affect load

capacity? These are some of the questions we’ll answer

and by the end of Phase 2 you’ll discover how to select and

operate anchorage devices suitable to your work area.

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Fall arrest blocks give you increased mobility straight out of the box. The trade-

off is they allow you to enter into a fall. However, if you do go over an edge

the fall arrest block quickly engages it’s breaks to halt the motion and (hence

the title) arrest the fall. Because this work method permits falling it requires

particular caution when checking, placing and anchoring to prevent misuse

and avoid pendulum whilst being aware of minimum height restrictions. We’ll

demystify strict rules and practises so you can gain the benefit of fall arrest

blocks in various situations depending on your activities and level of exposure.

FALL ARREST BLOCKSP H A S E T H R E E /

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SINGLE BLOCKOne Open Edge / 2m Work Area

Vertical BlockOne Open Edge / 1m Work Area

parallel blocksOne Open Edge / Wide Work Area

triangulated blocksTwo Open Edges / Wide Work Areas

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Higher up in the height safety hierarchy is restraint. This method offers the

same level of access as fall arrest blocks but is considered a safer and more

desirable style of work since the use of ropes ‘restrains’ your proximity to an

edge. Restraint Systems are extremely versatile, allowing for both front and

rear connection in several configurations across horizontal, vertical and pitched

planes, some or all of which you’ll discover and practise depending on your

course level and access requirements.

RESTRAINT SYSTEMS

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SINGLE LINE One Open Edge / 2m Work Area

Vertical Line One Open Edge / 1m Work Area

Parallel LinesOne Open Edge / Wide Work Area

TRIANGULATED LINESTwo Open Edges / Wide Work Areas

SINGLE PITCHED LINEOne Open Edge / 2m Work Area

Parallel Pitched LinesThree Open Edges / Wide Work Areas

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In phase 5 we’ll combine the best of both worlds by introducing lifelines into

your restraint system. Lifelines prevent pendulum and provide greater levels of

acces when working over large areas as the added use of a pulley allows you

to safely traverse the edge along which the lifeline is set. You’ll learn how to

deploy, position and tension a lifeline, operate it using front and rear attachment

across horizontal and pitched planes, and explore more advanced techniques

such as lifeline bending for multiple edge access and intermediate attachments

to support multiple simultaneous users.

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LIFELINE + 1 USEr One Open Edge / Up To 20m Single Span

BENT LIFELINE + 1 USEr Two Open Edge / Up To 2x 10m Spans

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LIFELINE + 3 USEROne Open Edge / Up To 10m Single Span

LIFELINE & INTERMEDIATE + 3 USErS One Open Edge / Up To 2x 10m Spans


LANYARDSP H A S E S I X /

Lanyards are the most extensively used piece of equipment in the height

safety arsenal. It’s no suprise given their versitility for preventing operatives

from entering a fall hazard up to a 2m edge distance. In phase 6 we’ll explore

5 different kinds of lanyard to achieve a range of access from simple fixed

locations to climbing and the traversal of complex structures. This is your chance

to reaffirm lessons learnt during theory modules and practice connecting to

harnesses and anchorage while gaining the invaluable ability to select the right

lanyards for your applications. We’ll continuously verify your competency along

the way!

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VARIABLE LANYARDSAdjust and set proximity to an edge

FIXED LANYARDSRestrict edge access within a fixed distance

ADJUSTABLE LANYARDSContinuously adjust proximity to an edge

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TWIN LANYARDSContinuous 100% tie-off while climbing

SHOCK ABSORBING LANYARDS Safely reduce the impact of a fall

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It’s the powerful combination of both theory modules and

practical exercises, tailored to your trade and delivered by

two expert instructors that distinguishes Leading Edge.

We present a simple yet truly comprehensive height safety

solution with engaging courses catering for all levels of

your company, from operatives up to management.

Your Ticket To HeightSafety.

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OVERVIEW

BASIC AWARENESS W o r K A t H e i g h t C O U R S E

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Work at height is an exhausive subject. But sometimes you

just need to get going. That’s what the Basic Awareness

course is for — a barebones, no frills programme, which

gives you only what you need to work safely at height.

During a half day of theory and practical exercises you’ll

learn basic safety principles, don a harness and practice

operating height safety equipment to become competent

using your access solution. The most efficient package for

teams who need fast and proven height safety certification.

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ALL KIT PROVIDED

2x INSTRUCTORS

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COURSE CONTENT

CHOOSE A TRADE SPHERE

Don a HARNESS

Understand Anchorage

Use Intermetdiate Devices

LEARN SAFE WORK METHODS

GET RECOGNISED CERTIFICATION

temporary and permanent anchorage

and understand their requirements

of use, making you able to combine

intermediate devices with anchorage

to form a safe height access solution.

After a short multi-choice exam we’ll

then take you outside in your harness

to practise setting up and using the

equipment explored in the theory

session — covering techqniques and

work methods vital to your trade during

six practical phases: a safety harness

recap followed by anchorage, arrest

blocks, restraint, lifelines and lanyards.

After a brief introduction you’ll get

straight into harness training where

we explore 3 types of height safety

harnesses and discover what they

are for, how they are used and the

effect falling in one has on the body.

At this point you’ll each get your own

harness to don under the

guidance and assessment

of the instructors. We then

explore mechanics, usage

and best practices of a

full range of intermediate

devices including inertia reels, shock

absorbing lanyards, restraint systems

and connectors that secure you to

your anchor point. Finally you learn

to identify the differences between

“A BAREBONES, NO FRILLS PROGRAMME THAT GIVES YOU only WHAT YOU NEED To work safely At height.”

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PRACTICAL SYLLABUS

Phase 1Harnesses

Phase 2ANCHORAGE

Phase 3arrest blocks

Phase 4restraint

Phase 5LIFELINES

Phase 6LANYARDS

1 hour

THEORY MODULES 2 hours

FOUNDATIONS

- Course Objectives - Harness Types 1-Point 2-Point 3-Point

- Effects Of Falling

- Limitations

DONNING A HARNESS

HARNESS TRAINING INTERMEDIATE DEVICES:Mechanics, Usage & Best Practise

- Intertia Reels- Shock Absorbing Lanyards

- Restraint Systems- Lifelines- Connectors - Anchorage Devices- Applicational Suitability

UNDERSTANDINGANCHORAGE

- Temporary Anchorage- Permenant Anchorage- Requirements of Use- Selection & Identification

MULTI-CHOICEEXAMINATION

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OPERATIVES W o r K A t H e i g h t C O U R S E

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THEORY

PRACTICAL

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Understand the hazards, learn the techniques, use

the equipment - The Level 1 Operatives Course is the

recommended way to gain essential skills, competency

and certification you need to work at height. With 3 hours

of theory followed by 1½ hours of practical exercises and

range of trade sphere options, you’ll master the methods

that keep you safe at height through a tailored programme

which gives you a personalised height access solution with

direct association to the jobs you do on a daily basis.

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GAIN BESPOKE ACCESS SOLUTIONS

MASTER THE EQUIPMENT

LEARN SAFE WORK METHODS

COMPLY WITH THE LAW

GET RECOGNISED CERTIFICATION

explore the fatal effects of suspension

intolerance, take a brief look at height

rescue, discover how to perform pre-

use equipment inspections and get

hands on with the latest tethering

systems for the prevention of dropped

tools. The course then concludes with

a group practical session that puts your

new skills to the test in a live scenario

where you’ll set up anchorage and

physically practice using fall-arrest,

restraint and lifeline systems in a variety

of configurations under the watchful

eye of two professional instructors.

Level 1 provides a thorough skill-set

for anyone involved in work at height,

giving them the competency to safely

complete their duties. The course starts

by establishing a general awareness of

the dangers of working at height and

takes you on a journey through the

methods, practices and

equipment that together

form your height access

solution. You’ll discover

what restraint, fall-arrest

and work positioning

mean and be fully trained in the use

of height safety harnesses, adjustable

restraint and intermediate devices

such as inertia reels, lanyards, lifelines,

connectors and anchorage. You’ll also

“KICKSTART YOUR WAY TO SAFETY & GAIN a THOROUGH RANGE OF SKILLS for WORK AT HEIGHT.”

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THEORY MODULES

FOUNDATIONS D.E.P.

KIT CARE DROPPED OJECTS


HARNESS TRAININGINTERMEDIATE DEVICES:Mechanics, Usage & Best Practise

Definitions. Equipment & Practices- Course Objectives- Why We Need Height Safety- Work At Height Statistics- Effects of Falling

- Fall Arrest Systems- Work Positioning- Restraint Systems

- Harness Types 1-Point 2-Point 3-Point


- Limitations

- Intertia Reels- Shock Absorbing Lanyards

- Restraint Systems- Lifelines- Connectors - Anchorage Devices- Applicational Suitability


- Inspection Frequency- Product & Service Life- Pre-Use Inspection- Conformity

- Statistics- Legal Duties- Tool Tethering Solutions- Effects of Dropped Objects

HEIGHT RESCUE 101

- Suspension Intolerance Definition & Effects

Venous Pooling

Orthostatic Intolerance

Pre-Syncope

Syncope

- Reflow Syndroms Preload Vascular Shock


DONNING A HARNESS

HIERARCHY OFCONTROL MEASURES

- Process- Stages of Control- Examples Of Measures

3 hours

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PRACTICAL SYLLABUS

Phase 1Harnesses

Phase 2ANCHORAGE

Phase 3arrest blocks

Phase 4restraint

Phase 5LIFELINES

Phase 6LANYARDS

1 hours

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OVERVIEW

// LEVEL 1+

Supervisors W o r K A t H e i g h t C O U R S E

The level 1+ Work At Height Course provides an additional

2 hours of in-depth theory and practical exercises that gives

you invaluable extra time to not only cover the essentials of

work at height but achieve much higher levels of technical

competency. We help resolve all of your quieries and

increase your knowledge to a superior level that enables

you to supervise and advise colleagues in their work at

height activities. Level 1+ is the safest route for anyone

responsible for others in the workplaces.

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ALL KIT PROVIDED

2x INSTRUCTORS

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COURSE CONTENT


GAIN BESPOKE ACCESS SOLUTIONS

MASTER THE EQUiPMENT

LEARN SUPERVISOR CONTROLS

COMPLY WITH THE LAW

PLAN WORK AT HEIGHT

systems, lifelines and lanyards. At

this point another additional hour

gives you time to experiment with

more applicational configurations and

advanced height access techniques.

We then get back inside for theory part

two where you’ll learn about height

rescue, suspension intolerance, kit care,

inspection and dropped objects. In a

final group exercise you’ll demonstrate

your competency as a supervisor by risk

assessing and selecting appropriate

work methods and equipment for

several mock work at height scenarios.

The Level 1+ course begins with all the

essential skills found in Level 1 but takes

you deeper with an extra hour of theory

where we discuss fall arrest, work

positioning and fall restraint systems at

an advanced level. We’ll reveal how to

use the hierarchy of control measures

to ensure suitable work

methods are used at all

times, get you fully trained

in the use of height safety

harnesses and show you

how to make supervisor

observations that encourage teams to

follow safe practices. To break up the

day we then get outside to conduct

live practical exercises on the use

of anchorage, blocks and restraint

“additional THEORY AND PRACTICALGIVES YOU competenCY TO SUPERVIsEWORK AT HEIGHT ACTIVITIES.”

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THEORY MODULES (part one)

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PRACTICAL SYLLABUS

Phase 1Harnesses

Phase 2ANCHORAGE

Phase 3arrest Blocks

Phase 4RESTRAINT

Phase 5LIFELINES

Phase 6LANYARDS

- Course Objectives- Why We Need Height Safety- Work At Height Statistics- Effects of Falling

- Supervisor Controls




- Limitations

- Supervisor Observations

- Intertia Reels- Shock Absorbing Lanyards- Restraint Systems- Lifelines- Connectors - Anchorage Devices- Applicational Suitability

- Equipment Selection


FOUNDATIONS D.E.P.


HARNESS TRAININGINTERMEDIATE DEVICES:Mechanics, Usage & Best Practise

Definitions. Equipment & Practices

DONNING A HARNESS


- Process- Stages Of Control- Examples Of Measures

4 hours

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THEORY MODULES (part TWO)

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HEIGHT RESCUE 101


Venous Pooling


Pre-Syncope

Syncope


KIT CARE


- Supervisor Controls

DROPPED OJECTS

- Statistics- Legal Duties- Tool Tethering Solutions- Effects of Dropped Objects

MULTI-CHOICEEXAMINATION PLANNING WORK

ACTIVITY

GROUP EXERCISE

2 hours

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// LEVEL 2

MANAGERS W o r K A t H e i g h t C O U R S E

The Level 2 Work At Height Course for Managers is the

all-in-one solution for those involved in the planning and

management of tasks that require operatives to work at

height. Over an intensive 8 hours of theory-focused tuition

with visual presentations, group exercises, demonstrations

and workshops, you’ll gain extensive knowledge of the

legislation, responsibilities, procedures, best practices and

compliance that enable you to govern jobs efficiency and

keep your employees safe from the dangers of falling.

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ALL KIT PROVIDED

2x INSTRUCTORS

OVERVIEW

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COURSE CONTENT

DEMYSTIFY LEGISLATION

PLAN FOR WORK AT HEIGHT

CONDUCT RISK ASSESSMENTS

LEARN MANAGER CONTROLS

Write Method Statements

PLAN WORK AT HEIGHT

and maintenance of equipment and

walk you through the process of

formal kit inspection on a full range

of PPE, while revealing strategies to

safeguard against the repercussion

of dropped objects using tethers. By

the end of the course you’ll be able to

determine appropriate equipment and

work methods for work at height tasks,

identify hazards and demonstrate the

competency to complete effective risk

assessments and method statements

that guide the way your work at height

tasks will be completed.

Level 2 for management equips you

with the knowledge to organise and

manage work at height to satisfy your

companies legal and moral obligations

and duties. We’ll discuss current

height safety issues and explore the

function of various types of height

safety equipment, giving

you proficiency in the

selection and utilization of

harnesses, intermediate

devices and anchorage

for your operatives height

access solution. You’ll also discover

the effects of falling on the human body

and touch upon provisions neccessary

for the execution of a swift height

rescue. We’ll then discuss the storage

“LEARN HOW TO MANAGE WORK AT HEIGHT AND FULLFILL YOUR LEGAL AND MORAL RESPONSIBILITIES.”

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THEORY MODULES (part one)

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HEIGHT RESCUE 101


Venous Pooling


Pre-Syncope

Syncope


- Course Objectives- Why We Need Height Safety- Work At Height Statistics- Effects of Falling

- Manager Controls

- WAH Regulations- HSE Guidance- Codes Of Practice- British Standard

FOUNDATIONS LEGISLATION


D.E.P.Definitions. Equipment & Practices

- Intertia Reels- Shock Absorbing Lanyards- Restraint Systems- Lifelines- Connectors - Anchorage Devices- Applicational Suitability

- Equipment Selection

INTERMEDIATE DEVICES:Mechanics, Usage & Best Practise





- Limitations

- Manager Observations

HARNESS TRAINING

DONNING A HARNESS

- Process- Stages Of Control- Examples Of Measures

3 hours

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PRACTICAL SYLLABUS

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THEORY MODULES (part TWO)

Phase 1Harnesses

Phase 2ANCHORAGE

Phase 3arrest Blocks

Phase 4RESTRAINT

Phase 5LIFELINES

Phase 6LANYARDS

KIT CARE


- Manager Controls

DROPPED OJECTS

- Statistics- Legal Duties- Tool Tethering Solutions - Effects of Dropped Objects

FORMAL KITINSPECTION


RISK ASSESSMENTS

METHOD STATEMENTS

- Equipment Checks Harnesses Lanyards

Slings

Rope Systems

Connectors & Anchorage Blocks

- First Use Logs- Inspection Record

INSPECTION CHALLENGE


- Hazard Identification- Risk Evaluation- Recording Findings

- Explanation & Examples- Communicating Risks- Creating Documentation

GROUP EXERCISE

2 hours

1 hours

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Basic Awareness Level 1 Level 1+ Level 2

Foundations ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Legislation X X X ✓

DEP X ✓ ✓ ✓

HCM X ✓ ✓ ✓

Harnesses ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Intermediate Devices ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Anchorage ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Height Rescue 101 X ✓ ✓ ✓

Kit Care X ✓ ✓ ✓

Kit Inspection X X X ✓

Dropped Objects X ✓ ✓ ✓

Risk Assessment X X X ✓

Method Statements X X X ✓

Planning Work Activity X X ✓ ✓

Exam ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Total Time 2 hours 3 hours 4 hours 5 hours

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Foundations ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Legislation X X X ✓

DEP X ✓ ✓ ✓

HCM X ✓ ✓ ✓

Harnesses ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Intermediate Devices ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓


Height Rescue 101 X ✓ ✓ ✓

Kit Care X ✓ ✓ ✓

Kit Inspection X X X ✓

Dropped Objects X ✓ ✓ ✓

Risk Assessment X X X ✓

Method Statements X X X ✓

Planning Work Activity X X ✓ ✓

Exam ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Total Time 2 hours 3 hours 4 hours 5 hours

// Theory Modules

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Harness Training ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓


Fall Arrest Blocks ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

- Single ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

- Vertical X X ✓ X

- Parallel ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

- Triangulated X ✓ ✓ ✓

Restraint Systems ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

- Single Line ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

- Vertical Line X ✓ ✓ X

- Parallel Lines ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

- Triangulated Lines X X ✓ X

- Single Pitched Line X ✓ ✓ ✓

- Parallel Pitched Line X X ✓ X

Lifelines ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

- 1 user ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

- 3 users ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

- Llifeline Bending X ✓ ✓ ✓

- Intermediate Devices X ✓ ✓ ✓

Total Time 1 hours 1½ hours 2½ hours 1½ hours

// Practical Exercises

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