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Falls from height remain the leading causes of workplace fatalities and serious injuries.
Our Working at Height Awareness course equips staff with the knowledge to assess, manage, and reduce risk when working at height — including use of ladders, access platforms, and fall arrest systems.
The course is aligned with the Work at Height Regulations 2005 and ideal for staff in construction, maintenance, warehousing, and more.
Who Is it For?What will you Learn?
This course is designed for:
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Staff using ladders, stepladders, or mobile platforms
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Maintenance and facilities teams
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Warehouse, construction, or site workers
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Anyone working near open edges, excavations, or elevated work areas
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Those supervising contractors or responsible for workplace safety
Syllabus
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Introduction to Working at Height
What constitutes work at height and why it’s high-risk. -
Work at Height Regulations
Legal duties for employers and workers under the 2005 Regulations. -
Hazard Identification
Spotting and assessing common height-related risks. -
Ladders and Access Equipment
How to choose, inspect, and use ladders and platforms safely. -
Fall Protection
Including restraint systems, fall arrest, and edge protection. -
Emergency Procedures
What to do when things go wrong — including planning for rescue.
Key Information
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Half-day course
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Scenarios tailored to your workplace
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Available as on-site training for groups of staff anywhere in the UK
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Available as a virtual classroom course for groups of staff.
Delivery Options and Pricing
Why Study with Safety Stars?
Drive safer decisions, reduce legal risk, and strengthen leadership accountability.
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