Course overview
This course is an addition to the IPAF access platform course and gives candidates a more in-depth knowledge of harnesses and their use. It will enable candidates to select, inspect and use harnesses correctly, whether for general use or for use with Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWPs).
Course duration
1 day
What the Course Covers
- Health & Safety legislation & regulations
- Limitations and use of mobile elevating work platforms
- Identifying controls, safety devices and warning alarms
- Daily and routine inspection and servicing requirements
- Setting up in preparation for work
- Ground and site conditions
- Safe operating techniques
- Emergency lowering procedures
- Manufacturer instruction manuals
- The use of fall arrest equipment
- Multiple choice test paper
- Practical demonstrating test