Fall Arrest Systems

Learners wishing to acquire the competencies in this unit standard will be people working at height where there is a risk of injury from a fall. Learners will be involved in performing tasks at height. Qualifying learners are able to follow fall arrest principles to perform work at height safely , under supervision of a qualified supervisor.

Demonstrate basic knowledge of the limitations of a limited range of fall arrest equipment and regulations

•  Fall arrest equipment in this unit standard includes full body harness , helmet , work positioning system , lanyard and energy absorber , shock absorbing lanyard , retractable life line , permanent life lines.

Inspect, Assemble and store fall arrest equipment

Select suitable anchor points

•  Anchor points include planned and other self-identified anchor points

Use fall arrest systems with a double lanyard

•  Fall arrest system included energy absorbing lanyard including two single , v type and double legged lanyard or double lanyard

Use pre-installed vertical and horizontal life lines and explain reducing risks during rescue.

The programme methodology includes facilitator presentations, readings, individual activities, group discussions and skill application exercises. Know what you want to get out of the programme from the beginning and start applying your new skills immediately. Participate as much as possible so that the learning will be interactive and stimulating.

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