Competent Person (Fall Protection) Refresher

Course Description

Gravitec’s Competent Person (Fall Protection) Refresher Course is an update training program that covers the use, selection and installation of conventional and non-conventional fall protection equipment. Re-emphasizing the use of a planned approach to working at heights, this course begins with a discussion about the changes to the ANSI/ASSE Z359 Fall Protection Code. It also introduces the latest fall protection tools and fall protection methods utilized to protect workers from the various fall hazards encountered at job sites with an overview of commercially available fall arrest systems. The function of each piece of equipment is discussed followed by extensive hands-on exercises for a complete fall protection learning experience. This course also addresses relevant fall protection regulations and fall hazard identification. Written and practical tests are administered to ensure that students understand the principles presented. Documentation is available to satisfy your company’s due diligence and regulatory requirements.

This course is not a fall protection trainer course. Participants who complete this course are not endorsed to conduct fall protection training. Refer to the Fall Protection Trainer Course for information about becoming a fall protection trainer.

This course meets the Criteria for Accepted Practices in Safety, Health, and Environmental Training (ANSI/ASSE Z490.1), the highest industry standard for training. It also meets the Competent Person re-training requirements outlined in ANSI/ASSE Z359.2, Minimum Requirements for a Comprehensive Managed Fall Protection Program.

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PREREQUISITEs

Fall Protection Competent Person training from Gravitec no longer than two years prior to enrollment.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course students will have updated previous competent person training. They will be familiar with corrective measures to eliminate or control fall hazards through the selection, installation and use of appropriate fall protection systems. The Fall Protection Competent Person will be capable of implementing and managing (in a supervisory capacity) fall protection systems in a variety of locations and conditions. Students will also review how to write fall protection procedures.