Working At Heights Refresher
BASIC SAFETY TRAINING modulet ‘Working at heights refresher’

The aim of this BSTR Working at Heights Module is to review and build on previously gained knowledge and skills through theoretical and practical training so that Delegates can use basic personal protective equipment and perform safe work at heights and safe and comprehensive basic rescue from heights in the wind turbine industry/ WTG environment.

This BSTR Working at Heights Module shall ensure that:

  • Delegates are able to demonstrate knowledge of hazards and risks associated with working at heights in a WTG. (L2 – Knowledge)
  • Delegates are able to demonstrate correct identification of PPE, including identification of European/ Global Standard markings on harness, hard hats, lanyards and other PPE. (L2 – Knowledge)
  • Delegates are able to demonstrate the knowledge of and skills to correctly pre-use inspect, service, store and correct fitting of harnesses, fall arrest lanyards, work positioning lanyards and other PPE. (L3 – Skills)
  • Delegates are able to demonstrate correct use of the relevant PPE, e.g. harnesses, fall arrest lanyards, guided type fall arresters and work positioning lanyards. These include correct identification of anchor points and correct ladder conduct. (L3 – Skills)
  • Delegates are able to demonstrate correct use of evacuation devices. (L3 – Skills)
  • Delegates are able to demonstrate how to approach rescue situations in WTGs and use rescue equipment efficiently. (L3 Skills & attitude)

Note: The BSTR Module Working at Heights does not test a Delegate’s fear of heights.

Duration:

8 hours incl breaks and meals