Rescue from Height (RWAH01)

This course is aimed at personnel who work at height and are required to legally implement a rescue plan for all working at height.

Each delegate will gain knowledge that will help them plan for rescue, realise the correct equipment choice, and carry out a rescue.

Delegates must be physically able to carry out the practical elements of the course.

Flexible Training Options

Training can be delivered in Eurosafe Training Academy in Sheffield or on your site for added convenience, allowing your team to receive hands-on training in their familiar work environment.

Course Contents

Practical use of fall protection and work positioning equipment
Rescue planning
Practical use of Constant Rate Descender rescue kit
Practical fixed ladder & over edge rescue of a casualty
Edge protection
Roof access, egress and associated hazards
Suspension syncope
Rescue planning

Learning Outcomes

Understand legislation governing working work at height
Prepare to work at height safely
Perform pre use inspection rescue equipment
Understand limitations of use of equipment
Able to perform a rescue of a casualty from a ladder
Able to perform a rescue of a casualty from an over edge fall

Important

Delegates must hold valid certification in Working at Height, Harness & Lanyard User, or PFPS (Personal Fall Protection Systems) training prior to attending this Rescue from Height course. In addition, delegates must be certified and deemed competent in the specific fall protection system they will be using. If you require assistance in obtaining the prerequisite training, please contact us before booking.