WORKING AT HEIGHTS
Lesson 1: Basic knowledge of limitations of a limited range of fall arrest equipment and regulations
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The difference between a full body harness and a work positioning system explained.
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The full range of the fall arrest equipment identified explained with examples.
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The limitations and use of fall arrest equipment and full arrest connectors explained using examples
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The risks of using a non-energy absorbing lanyard explained with examples.
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The use of a fall arrester on a rigid and flexible anchorage line explained considering the limitations.
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The purpose for the fall arrest plan are explained with examples of its uses
Lesson 2: Inspect, assemble and store fall arrest equipment
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The range of personal fall arrest equipment & the inspection criteria.
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Personal fall arrest and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) assembled and fitted according fall arrest plans.
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The difference between an activated energy-absorbing lanyard and an intact lanyard explained with examples.
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The reason for using certificated and identified fall arrest equipment explained
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The reason for wearing a helmet with a chinstrap explained
Lesson 3: Select suitable anchor points
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The purpose of an anchor point
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The difference between planned and self-identified anchor points explained with examples
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Anchor points selection
Lesson 4: Use fall arrest systems with a double lanyard
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The purpose of allowing for minimum free space
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The way to deal with limited fall clearance and free space with examples
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The switchover from a double lanyard system to an installed lifeline with examples
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The positioning of a retractable lifeline and work lanyard with examples
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The transportation of tools or equipment
Lesson 5: Use pre-installed vertical and horizontal life lines and reducing risk during rescue
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The purpose and use of life lines
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The difference between vertical and horizontal lifelines
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The reasons for team work during a rescue
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Minimizing suspension trauma
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Methods to prevent suspension trauma
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The risk associate with rescues
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TEA BREAK 1
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Minimizing suspension trauma
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Methods to prevent suspension trauma
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The risk associate with rescues