HS03 (MATS): 1 Day Rooftop Worker (Safety & Access) - OC

HS03 (MATS): 1 Day Rooftop Worker (Safety & Access) - OC

Purpose of the course
Purpose of the course:

The 1 day EUSR accredited Rooftop Worker - Safety & Access course is designed to support the safety of those individuals who access and work on flat roofs and provides a framework to support consistency and relevance in training provision and assessment of competence.

Developed in collaboration with the telecommunications industry “Mast and Tower Safety Group”, the scheme recognises the underpinning knowledge and skills required to climb fixed ladders, access flat roof tops, use personal fall protection equipment, work safely whilst on the roof top as well as rescue
considerations.

This scheme covers the minimum training and assessment required for those individuals whose roles require them to work safely on flat roof tops and incorporates the relevant requirements of HSE legislation. This scheme is designed and available for use by all industries.


What will be covered on the course:

Theory
  • Understanding legislation and safety standards
  • Managing common hazards and assessing risk
  • Consideration of emergencies and rescue arrangements
  • Suspension syncope awareness
  • Selecting appropriate anchor points
  • Edge protection systems
  • Multiple-choice test paper
Practical
  • Set up site (drop zone)
  • Pre-use checks of equipment & structure
  • Correct & safe use of Double Lanyard & Work Positioning
  • Correct & safe use of Fall Arrest System & Fall Arrest Block
  • Correct & safe use of Work Restraint System
  • Lifting and lowering kit
What will be covered on the course
Theory
Understanding legislation and safety standards
Managing common hazards and assessing risk
Consideration of emergencies and rescue arrangements
Suspension syncope awareness
Selecting appropriate anchor points
Edge protection systems
Multiple-choice test paper

Practical
Set up site (drop zone)
Pre-use checks of equipment & structure
Correct & safe use of Double Lanyard & Work Positioning
Correct & safe use of Fall Arrest System & Fall Arrest Block
Correct & safe use of Work Restraint System
Lifting and lowering kit
Course requirements and prerequisites
Delegates must have a good command of the English language.
Delegates will require confirmation of medical fitness or complete self-certification.
Delegates will require footwear and clothing to suit the course and weather conditions.
General PPE will be provided.
Climbing equipment will be provided.

There are currently no training schedules for this course.

Please check back in at a later date, or contact us directly on enquiries@morsafe.co.uk.