HS03a: 1 Day Rooftop Worker Course - Open Course

The 1 day Rooftop Worker classroom and practical based 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.

The course 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.

The course 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 including HSE HSG33 Health and Safety in Roof Work.

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

One day (09:00-17:00)

6 delegates maximum per course

Morsafe Limited E- certificates (valid for 3 years)

Notes:

1.  One Day HS07 Rescue & Recovery Course may be required as a "bolt on" to ensure rescue provision is achieved

Delegates must have a good command of the English language

Delegates must be aged 18 or over

Delegates will require confirmation of medical fitness or complete self-certification

Delegates will require footwear and clothing to suit the course and weather conditions

Climbing equipment will be provided