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IPAF Harness Use and Inspection

Course aims
To instruct an operator to select, inspect and use a harness and associated equipment safely when using a MEWP.

Course objectives
At the end of the course the operator will:
• Be aware of the relevant Health and Safety regulations
• Be aware of the needs with regard to Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) against falls from 
    height and the relevant requirements
• Be able to identify and select the correct forms of PPE against falls from height when using a 
    MEWP
• Be able to inspect and maintain a harness and lanyard
• Be able to fit and use the harness and lanyard identified

Course content
• Introduction
• Legislation
• Hierarchy (safe work at height)
• MEWPs and harnesses – Boom type and Vertical type.
• Harness / lanyard choice
• Pre-use checks and correct usage
• Harness statement
• Theory test (pass or fail)

Course duration

Half day

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