Course Details
Course Details
Course ID
7000
Course Name
Fall Protection
Contact Hours
0.5
Approved Industry
Drinking Water and Wastewater
Partner Name
Pennsylvania Intergovernmental Risk Management Association
Primary Contact
Rebecca Atkinson
Rebecca.Atkinson@yorkrisk.com
2486711734 Ext.
Website
Description
Provide water and wastewater operators training on the basic fall protection principles for employees who might be exposed to fall hazards. Topic include fall hazards in work areas; fall protection systems; methods for minimizing fall hazards; the role of the employee in fall protection plans and safety monitoring systems; equipment limitations in low-sloped roof work; and correct procedures for equipment, materials handling and storage, and erection of overheard protection. This course provides an overview of OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subparts D and F and 1926 Subparts E. L, M, P, and X.
Course Level
Basic thru Advanced
Course Content
• Identify hazards that result in workplace falls
• Specify basic guidelines for fall protection systems
• Recognize methods to minimize fall risk
• Relate each employee’s responsibility to prevent accidental falls
• Recognize the limitations of mechanical safety equipment
• Specify employee roles in fall protection.
Target Audience
Pennsylvania Intergovernmental Risk Management Association client that are certified Pa. DEP water and wastewater operators.
Training Format
Virtual Asynchronous