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Agenda

Harness Awareness (HA) Theory

Introduction
Hierarchy of Person Fall Protective Equipment (PFPE)
Know your Equipment: Harness Systems
Anchor Points
Boom Platform Hazards: Stay Safe
Vertical Platform Hazards: Stay Safe
Pre-use Checks
Donning and Doffing
Cleaning and Storage
Summary

Theory Test

Individual, 30 question, open book, written test with explanation of pass requirements
A pass result requires a score of at least 80% (24/30)

Harness User Practical

This assessment looks at the delegateΓÇÖs ability to physically apply what they learned in the Harness Awareness theory training.

The Harness User practical assessment covers:

Pre-use check of a harness and lanyard
Fitting and adjustment of a harness and lanyard for use in a MEWP
Attaching to the correct anchor point in a MEWP and adjustment of the lanyard to provide effective restraint

This will be observed and assessed by the Instructor and marked as correct or incorrect.

Harness Inspection

Introduction
Statutory Inspections
Types of Detailed Inspections
Longevity and Obsolescence
Common Types of Damage and Criteria for Failure
Inspection Report

Practical

Harness and Lanyard Inspection
Demonstration and group discussion to include associated documentation
Detailed Harness and Lanyard Inspection and completion of associated documentation

Theory Test

Individual, 10 question, open book, written test with explanation of pass requirements
A pass result requires a score of at least 80% (8/10)

Practical Assessment

Individual Practical Assessment:

Inspection of:

2 harnesses
2 Lanyards or SRLs
2 Connectors
Completion of the associated documentation

Course Aims

This course covers IPAF Harness Awareness (HA), Harness User (HU) and Harness Inspection (HI) assessments in a full day classroom course.

The day is split into the following sections:

AM Session - IPAF Harness Awareness & User
PM Session - IPAF Harness Inspection

If you have already completed one of the above certifications and would like to continue onto the next level of Harness training please contact our team on 0345 605 0006.

Alternatively the HU assessment can be undertaken as part of an IPAF Boom course, for more information on how to integrate this into your existing training please click here.

Harness Awareness and User

Provides delegates with the essential knowledge to select, monitor, manage and plan the correct use of Harnesses and lanyards for use in a MEWP. The practical test evaluates the delegateΓÇÖs practical application of the knowledge gained in the IPAF Harness Awareness theory training.

Delegates successfully completing this course will:

Have an awareness of how to correctly identify and select the appropriate form of personal
protection against falls from MEWPs.
Have a theoretical awareness only of how to check, use, maintain and store a harness and
lanyard with manufacturerΓÇÖs instructions.
Have a theoretical awareness of how harnesses and lanyards should be fitted and adjusted

They will be able to:

Demonstrate competence in the correct pre-use check of a harness and lanyard.

Demonstrate competence in how to correctly fit and adjust a harness and lanyard for use in
a MEWP.
Demonstrate the correct anchor point to attach the lanyard to in a MEWP and adjust the lanyard to be effective.

Harness Inspection

Upon successful completion of this part of the course delegates will be able to:

Demonstrate competence in conducting periodic and interim inspections of harnesses and lanyards for use in a MEWP
Demonstrate how to maintain associated records of inspections

Please download IPAF's Technical guidance Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) for further guidance.

Certification

Upon successful completion of the theory and practical assessments, delegates receive a Digital certificate valid for 5 years.

Please note: This course includes a certificate only ΓÇô a PAL card is not issued.

Delegates will receive Harness Awareness (HA), Harness User (HU) and Harness Inspection (HI) qualifications.

Who Should Attend

This course is suitable for those who require all 3 of the below harness qualifications:

Harness Awareness (HA)
Harness User (HU)
Harness Inspection (HI)

This course provides delegates with the skills required to use and inspect harnesses used within MEWP's.

As a company that is committed to providing high quality services to all our clients, we will always aim to make reasonable adjustments ensuring all individuals receive the required help they need.
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