IPAF Harness Awareness User and Inspection Combined Training Course (Working at Heights)

The IPAF Harness Awareness, User and Inspection Combined Training Course provides delegates with the knowledge and practical skills required to select, use, inspect and maintain safety harnesses and associated fall-protection equipment. Gaining the knowledge from an IPAF harness inspection course is crucial when working at height with MEWPs (Mobile Elevating Work Platforms). It will ensure you are able to carry out safe working practices while working at height.

Total Construction Training’s IPAF harness use and inspection course ensures full compliance with the Work at Height Regulations 2005, industry standards and IPAF guidelines to minimise risks and promote safe working practices.

DETAILS

Course Information

Delegates who complete our IPAF harness awareness course for user and inspection training will be able to:

  • Understand legislation, regulations, standards and guidance relating to harness use
  • Identify different types of harnesses, lanyards and connectors – their functions, uses and limitations
  • Correctly don, adjust and wear a full-body harness
  • IPAF harness inspection courses ensure correct pre-use checks and formal inspections of harnesses and lanyards
  • Identify faults, defects and damage and know procedures for removing equipment from service
  • Understand safe anchorage and connection methods when working in MEWPs
  • This IPAF harness inspection course will teach the principles of care, cleaning, storage and record keeping for harness equipment
  • Recognise the consequences of incorrect selection, fitting or inspection

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Who Should Attend?

An IPAF harness awareness course should be attended by MEWP operators, supervisors and managers who work at height or oversee such activities. It is also essential for anyone who uses, selects, maintains or is responsible for inspecting harnesses and other associated fall-protection equipment. This course ensures workplace compliance, safety awareness and competent equipment checks.


Certification

Successful candidates will quickly receive an IPAF Harness Inspection Course Certificate of Training, which will be added to their IPAF PAL (Powered Access Licence) Card.


Course Duration

  • IPAF harness inspection courses tend to last one day (typically 6–7 hours, including both user and inspection training).

Course Requirements

  • IPAF harness awareness course delegates must report to reception on arrival and follow site safety rules
  • Candidates must bring and wear their own PPE
  • Delegates must bring the appropriate signatures and ID

Examination Board

This IPAF harness inspection course is accredited by the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF), the global authority for safe MEWP operation and training.

COURSE DURATION

1 Day

ASSESSMENT

Theory & Practical

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