Safe Use & Inspection of Harness and Fall Arrest / Restraint Equipment Training
Harness and Lanyard TrainingDetails
Working at height requires proper fall protection to ensure safety and legal compliance. In the UK, the Work at Height Regulations 2005 and the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 mandate that employers provide adequate training for workers using safety harnesses and lanyard systems to prevent falls and workplace accidents.
Who is the course aimed at?
Anyone who uses a harness and lanyard to fulfil their work duties and/or those responsible for such people.
Course Objectives
This Harness and Lanyard Systems Training Course provides essential knowledge on harness selection, correct fitting, inspection procedures, and emergency response, following HSE guidelines and industry best practices. Participants will learn how to identify hazards, conduct pre-use inspections, and ensure compliance with UK safety standards.
Ideal for construction workers, maintenance personnel, site managers, and safety officers, this training equips professionals with the expertise needed to use and inspect harnesses and lanyards effectively, reducing workplace risks and improving overall safety.
Certification
This course certification is provided by Safetymen
Validation Length
Upon completion this course certification is valid for 5 year(s)
Training Methods
- Classroom
- Client Premises
- Virtual
Course Duration
The length of this course is Half a Day
Pricing
| Number of Learners | Per Person | Premium Price * |
|---|---|---|
| 1 - 3 | £119 | £149 |
| 4 - 4 | £109 | £139 |
| 5 - 5 | £100 | £130 |
| 6 - 6 | £92 | £122 |
| 7 - 7 | £87 | £117 |
| 8 - 8 | £82 | £112 |
| 9 - 11 | £79 | £109 |
| 12 - 12 | £73 | £103 |
* Our premium price is for courses that are held during the evenings or on weekends for your convenience
Prerequisites
The following list of prerequisites are required to take this course:
- 16 years or older
- able to physically undertake practical tasks
- free from the effects of drugs and alcohol
- fluent in spoken and written English
What to Bring
The following items are required to bring on the day of the course:
- Valid Photo ID - For example Passport or Driving License
- Clean comfortable clothing, suitable for classroom
- Please bring your own harness if you have one - we also sell these (or can lend you one for the course)
Course Content
- Statutory requirements
- Dealing with fall risks
- Equipment standards
- Fall arrest
- Types of harnesses
- Safety lanyards and integral shock absorbers
- Types of connectors
- Anchorage slings and strops
- General care and maintenance of equipment
- Fitting instructions
- Inspections and examinations
- Technical information and inspection cards