leading edge - height safety training brochure
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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.TRANSCRIPT
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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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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
DAWN
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
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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.
PETROcHEM / REFINERY
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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
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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
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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
PLANNING WORK ACTIVITY
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90 °
5m - 20m
5m - 20m
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!
*columns, railings, fencing, metal structures, rebar or anything capable of supporting 300kg.
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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.
ANCHORAGEP H A S E T W O /
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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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P H A S E F O U R /
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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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LIFELINESP H A S E f i v e /
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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
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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
h
THEORY
PRACTICAL
BREAKS
EXAM
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
3½ 21
15
15
MIN
MIN
6161
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.”
6262 // Basic Awareness COURSE PROGRAMME
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
6h
THEORY
PRACTICAL
BREAKS
EXAM
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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ALL KIT PROVIDED
2x INSTRUCTORS
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COURSE CONTENT
CHOOSE A TRADE SPHERE
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.”
6666 // Level 1 COURSE PROGRAMME
THEORY MODULES
FOUNDATIONS D.E.P.
KIT CARE DROPPED OJECTS
UNDERSTANDINGANCHORAGE
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
- Effects Of Falling
- Limitations
- Intertia Reels- Shock Absorbing Lanyards
- Restraint Systems- Lifelines- Connectors - Anchorage Devices- Applicational Suitability
- Temporary Anchorage- Permenant Anchorage- Requirements of Use- Selection & Identification
- 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
MULTI-CHOICEEXAMINATION
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
CHOOSE A TRADE SPHERE
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
- Fall Arrest Systems- Work Positioning- Restraint Systems
- Harness Types 1-Point 2-Point 3-Point
- Effects Of Falling
- Limitations
- Supervisor Observations
- Intertia Reels- Shock Absorbing Lanyards- Restraint Systems- Lifelines- Connectors - Anchorage Devices- Applicational Suitability
- Equipment Selection
- Temporary Anchorage- Permenant Anchorage- Requirements of Use- Selection & Identification
FOUNDATIONS D.E.P.
UNDERSTANDINGANCHORAGE
HARNESS TRAININGINTERMEDIATE DEVICES:Mechanics, Usage & Best Practise
Definitions. Equipment & Practices
DONNING A HARNESS
HIERARCHY OFCONTROL MEASURES
- Process- Stages Of Control- Examples Of Measures
4 hours
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THEORY MODULES (part TWO)
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HEIGHT RESCUE 101
- Suspension Intolerance Definition & Effects
Venous Pooling
Orthostatic Intolerance
Pre-Syncope
Syncope
- Reflow Syndroms Preload Vascular Shock
KIT CARE
- Inspection Frequency- Product & Service Life- Pre-Use Inspection- Conformity
- 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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HIERARCHY OFCONTROL MEASURES
HEIGHT RESCUE 101
- Suspension Intolerance Definition & Effects
Venous Pooling
Orthostatic Intolerance
Pre-Syncope
Syncope
- Reflow Syndroms Preload Vascular Shock
- 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
- Fall Arrest Systems- Work Positioning- Restraint Systems
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
- Temporary Anchorage- Permenant Anchorage- Requirements of Use- Selection & Identification
UNDERSTANDINGANCHORAGE
- Harness Types 1-Point 2-Point 3-Point
- Effects Of Falling
- Limitations
- Manager Observations
HARNESS TRAINING
DONNING A HARNESS
- Process- Stages Of Control- Examples Of Measures
3 hours
75
PRACTICAL SYLLABUS
75
THEORY MODULES (part TWO)
Phase 1Harnesses
Phase 2ANCHORAGE
Phase 3arrest Blocks
Phase 4RESTRAINT
Phase 5LIFELINES
Phase 6LANYARDS
KIT CARE
- Inspection Frequency- Product & Service Life- Pre-Use Inspection- Conformity
- Manager Controls
DROPPED OJECTS
- Statistics- Legal Duties- Tool Tethering Solutions - Effects of Dropped Objects
FORMAL KITINSPECTION
PLANNING WORK ACTIVITY
RISK ASSESSMENTS
METHOD STATEMENTS
- Equipment Checks Harnesses Lanyards
Slings
Rope Systems
Connectors & Anchorage Blocks
- First Use Logs- Inspection Record
INSPECTION CHALLENGE
MULTI-CHOICEEXAMINATION
- 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
// Theory Modules
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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
// Theory Modules
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Basic Awareness Level 1 Level 1+ Level 2
Harness Training ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Anchorage ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
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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