Working at Height Training: Ensuring Safe Work and Healthy Employees

Working at height is an activity that carries high risks in terms of occupational health and safety. These types of tasks, which often result in workplace accidents and serious injuries, can be made safer with the right training and precautions. As Vira OSGB, we raise awareness and ensure safe working conditions by providing Working at Height Training to your personnel working in high-risk elevated areas with our professional trainers.

The Importance of Working at Height Training

Tasks performed at height can lead to serious workplace accidents and injuries. Therefore, individuals working at heights must receive special training to protect themselves from such accidents. Working at height training ensures that employees assess hazards correctly, learn safe working methods, and understand the proper use of the equipment. Falling from a height can lead to severe injuries or even death, making prior training crucial.

Scope of Working at Height Training

The working at height training provided by Vira OSGB covers comprehensive content under the following topics:

• Working at Height Safety and Risks: Information on risks encountered during working at height, how to identify these risks, and the hazards that need to be prevented.

• Working at Height Equipment: Introduction to the safety equipment used during work at height, how to use it, and what components require maintenance and testing. The equipment includes ropes, safety harnesses, descent equipment, and other safety tools.

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Usage: Employees are taught how to properly wear personal protective equipment used during work at height, how to adjust it, and when it should be replaced.

• Emergency Management and Response: How to respond to emergencies that may occur during work at height, procedures to follow during accidents, and emergency evacuation procedures.

• Descent Techniques and Working Platforms: Emphasis on how to safely use platforms and the proper management of tasks on such platforms.

• Psychological Preparation for Working at Height: Training on how individuals can psychologically adapt to working in high places, how to overcome a fear of heights, and how to stay focused on working safely.

Benefits of Working at Height Training

Working at height training provides many significant benefits to businesses and employees:

• Prevents Workplace Accidents: Training ensures that employees act consciously against potential risks, significantly reducing the likelihood of falling from height, injury, and other accidents.

• Ensures Safe Use of Equipment: Trained employees correctly use safety equipment, preventing accidents.

• Ensures Legal Compliance: There are legal regulations for tasks performed at height in workplaces. The training helps you comply with these regulations and avoid potential legal liabilities.

• Protects Employee Health: Minimizes the physical and psychological stress factors created by working at height. Training contributes to creating a safer and healthier working environment for employees.

• Prepares for Emergencies: Employees learn how to intervene in case of a fall or other accidents and can act quickly and effectively during emergency situations.

Where is Working at Height Training Provided?

Working at height training should be provided by professional trainers either at the workplace or at dedicated training centers. The training includes theoretical knowledge as well as practical drills. By simulating elevated working environments, we ensure that employees are prepared for situations they may encounter in real life. The practical part of the training is conducted in an environment where safety measures are correctly implemented.

Who Should Receive Working at Height Training?

This training should be provided to all employees who are required to work at height. Particularly, the following groups should receive this training:

• Employees in the construction sector
• Employees working on roofs and building exteriors
• Personnel working at heights in the electrical and energy sectors
• Crane operators and employees in other industries that require working at height

Conclusion

Working at height training is a crucial step in ensuring both employee safety and minimizing workplace accidents. At Vira OSGB, we offer specialized training programs for your employees who work at height. Our training programs not only equip your employees with the skills to ensure their safety but also strengthen the safety culture in your workplace. By providing training for your personnel who will work at height, you can prevent potential accidents and protect your employees.