The Knights of Safety™ Academy

Working at Height Safety Induction

Introduction to Working at Height Safety Induction

The Purpose of this Induction

What is Work at Height?

Falls from Height Remain a Leading Cause of Serious and Fatal Workplace Injuries

The Common Misconception about Ladders and Step Ladders

The Hierarchy of Fall Protection

Examples of Temporary Products that Help Guard Against Hazards

Types of Fall Protection Systems

When is a Ladder the Most Suitable Equipment?

Is Specialised Training Required to Use Ladders?

What is Short Duration Work?

What is Low Risk?

Only Use Ladders under the Correct Circumstances

Pre-Use Checks

Guidelines for Setting Up Ladders

Guidelines for Setting Up Ladders

Guidelines for Climbing Ladders

Understanding the Three Points of Contact

Ladder Stability

Ladders Used for Permanent Access

Guidelines for Using Step Ladders

Guidelines for Using Step Ladders 'Side On'

Guidelines for Step Ladder Stability

Can I stand on the Platform of a Platform Step?

Using Both Hands for Brief Periods on a Step Ladder

Working at Height Record Keeping

Users Responsibilities

Employers Responsibilities

Knowledge Review