The Safe Working at Height (SWAH) course provides participants with essential knowledge of the risks associated with working at height and how to mitigate them through proper procedures, equipment uses, and compliance with legislation. Whether on rooftops, in elevated platforms, or within industrial settings, delegates will learn how to work safely, confidently, and legally at height.

The course covers the safe selection and use of fall arrest equipment and systems commonly encountered in real-world settings, including ladder trucks, lifts, and fire service roof sets.

Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for anyone who may be required to work at height, including:

• Fire and Rescue personnel
• Industrial maintenance teams
• Utility and infrastructure workers
• Construction and roofing professionals
• Telecommunications and tower workers
• Any personnel working on ladders, elevated platforms, or rooftops

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, delegates will be able to:

1. Identify and assess risks associated with working at height
2. Understand and apply relevant legislation and employer responsibilities
3. Select and correctly use fall protection equipment, including harnesses, lanyards, and arresters
4. Safely operate within height environments using ladder trucks, lifts, and roof sets
5. Conduct pre-use inspections and identify faults or safety concerns in equipment
6. Demonstrate safe practices for ascending, descending, and positioning while at height
7. Understand emergency response procedures for incidents occurring at height
8. Promote a safety-first culture in work-at-height environments

Instruction:

Training is delivered by highly experienced instructors with extensive industry knowledge. Candidates are encouraged to ask questions throughout the course.