14 Douglas Road, Glen Austin Midrand, Johannesburg

Fall Protection Plan Development

This course is designed for individuals responsible for the safety and protection of workers operating at heights where there is a risk of injury from falls. It provides essential knowledge, skills, and understanding to develop and implement fall protection plans, as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 85 of 1993).

Key Details

                 SAQA ID: 229994

                 Unit Standard Title:

·                  Assess a worksite for work at height and prepare a fall protection plan

·                  Explain and perform fall arrest techniques when working at height

                 Credits: 3

                 Assessment:

·                  Formative: Class activities

·                  Summative: Written assessment and practical exercises

Target Groups

                 Business owners

                 Managers

                 Supervisors

                 Safety practitioners

                 Individuals tasked with preparing, maintaining, or implementing fall protection plans

Course Outcomes

Successful learners will be able to:

1.                Conduct risk assessments for worksites involving work at heights.

2.                Develop and implement comprehensive fall protection plans, including rescue procedures.

This training empowers learners to safeguard workers in high-risk environments and comply with legal safety requirements.