Assess a Worksite for Work at Height and Prepare a Fall Protection Plan

This course is designed for individuals responsible for the planning, implementation, and management of fall protection on a worksite. It provides the high-level skills needed to create a compliant and effective Fall Protection Plan, moving beyond simply using equipment to designing the entire system.

 

Major Topics Covered

• Understanding Applicable Legislation (Advanced review of regulations and duties of a Fall Protection Plan Developer)

• Site Assessment for Work at Height

  • Identifying potential fall hazards and risks

  • Evaluating existing safety measures and controls

  • Determining the need for fall protection systems

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• Developing a Fall Protection Plan (FPP)

  • Elements of a legally compliant FPP

  • Roles and responsibilities of personnel

  • The Hierarchy of Controls (Elimination, Prevention, Restraint, Arrest)

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• Selection and Specification of Fall Protection Equipment

  • Criteria for choosing appropriate anchors, harnesses, and connecting devices

  • Addressing specialized equipment and techniques

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• Emergency Planning and Rescue Procedures

  • Developing site-specific rescue plans

  • Coordinating with emergency services

  • Review of suspension trauma procedures

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• Implementing and Managing the FPP

  • Training requirements and worker competency management

  • Record-keeping, documentation, and reporting protocols

  • Inspecting and maintaining the FPP over time

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By the end of this course, learners will be able to perform a complete worksite risk assessment, write a legally sound and practical Fall Protection Plan, manage the implementation of the plan, and ensure the ongoing safety and compliance of all work-at-height activities.