Working at Heights (Aloft) Training – Course ONLINE
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Purpose
The purpose of this course is to promote the safety of personnel working at height across various industries, with particular emphasis on maritime environments. Working at height presents significant risks, which can be further increased at sea by vessel movements such as rolling, pitching, and heaving. Applying appropriate safety techniques, selecting suitable equipment, and using the correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) are essential to preventing falls, reducing the risk of serious injuries, and protecting lives. This is an independent training designed to follow OPITO framework (not OPITO approved).
Content
- Pre-work equipment inspection & preparation
- Permit to work (Aloft – at heights)
- Risk Assessment
- Stop work Authority
- Pitch, roll, heave effect
- Proper PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
- Proper use of harness and fall arrest
- Active monitoring during operation
- Safe practices
Objectives
The main objective of this course is to equip participants with the knowledge required to recognise activities that qualify as work at height and understand the hazards associated with such tasks. Participants will learn how to select, inspect, and correctly use appropriate safety equipment and PPE, including fall prevention and fall protection systems, in accordance with established procedures. The course also covers hazard identification, risk assessment, safe working practices, and the importance of checking equipment before use. Particular emphasis is placed on recognising unsafe conditions and exercising Stop Work Authority whenever an activity presents an unacceptable risk to personnel.
Duration
One day
Language
English and Croatian
Items to Bring
National Photographic Identification or Passport, Photo
Location
Trogir, Croatia
Hotel booking assisted for participants living far from Trogir.
Distance learning option
Yes (e-learning / online)
Evaluation
All participants have to complete a questionnaire in order to obtain the certificate.
Certification - Diploma
All persons who successfully complete the course based on the performance standards will receive certificate with validity of three years in line with Offshore International Industries guidelines. This Training follows international standards of quality and meets the ISO 9001-2015 requirements.
