This training is suitable for people working at height where there is a risk of injury of a fall. Learners will be involved in performing tasks at height. Qualifying learners are able to take responsibility for inspection and installation of a fall arrest system and implementing a fall protection plan including rescues.
PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD (229995) Explaining the use of a range of fall arrest equipment and knowledge of applicable regulations Explaining and using basic rope knots Installing and using fall arrest systems Inspecting and assembling fall arrest equipment and systems Interpreting and implementing a fall protection plan Performing basic fall arrest rescues to bring a casualty down to safety
PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD (229998) Explaining the use and limitations of a limited range of fall arrest equipment and fall arrest plan Inspecting, assembling and storing fall arrest equipment Selecting suitable anchor points Using fall arrest systems with a double lanyard Using pre-installed vertical and horizontal life-lines