Simple Rescue at Height

Simple Rescue at Height

Previously Fall Protection Basic Rescue.

This course includes both the knowledge, and practical skills required to safely rescue a co-worker.

Any workplace that utilizes fall protection systems must ensure they have a means to quickly rescue a worker that is suspended in their harness. The processes taught utilize a simple standardized rescue system, effective and efficient for fallen worker rescue.

Course Outline

The trainee should understand:

  • The basic awareness of Legislation governing rescue practices for working at height.
  • Basic awareness of rescue preplanning and challenges rescuers encounter.
  • Awareness of rope rescue equipment.
  • Safe and practical method for rescuing a co-worker suspended by their fall protection device.
  • Provide participants with the opportunity to use the equipment and techniques in a simulation rescue of a suspended worker.
  • The trainee will successfully complete an exercise simulating a potential rescue in the participants’ work environment.

Course Details

Length: Blended Theory Online: 2 hours + Practical: 2 hours
Traditional In Class: 3-4 hours

Certificate: Valid for 2 years

Prerequisite: Students must have completed employer-approved Fall Protection training within the last 12 months.

Cost: $195.00

Note: Please note; this is not a High Angle technical rescue course

This course exceeds Alberta OHS Code requirements, Part 7 Emergency Preparedness and Response and Part 9, Fall Protection Plan. Certification is valid for 2 years however annual renewal of training is recommended.

$195 + GST

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