Working at Height (UK)
Help your team work safely when carrying out tasks at height. This course provides practical guidance on identifying hazards, following safe work practices, and understanding legal responsibilities under UK work at height legislation.
15–20 minutes
English
Course overview
Working at height remains one of the leading causes of workplace fatalities and serious injuries in the UK. This course helps employees recognise when work at height is taking place, assess risks, and apply safe working practices to reduce the likelihood of falls and injuries.
Languages
Available in English
What you’ll learn
- Understand what activities are classified as working at height
- Recognise employer and employee responsibilities under the Work at Height Regulations 2005
- Identify common hazards associated with working at height
- Assess risks before carrying out work at height
- Apply the PEAS model to plan safer work activities
- Use stepladders and leaning ladders safely
- Follow safe working practices to help prevent falls and injuries
Why choose this course?
- Supports compliance with the Work at Height Regulations 2005
- Helps reduce the risk of falls, injuries and workplace incidents
- Builds employee awareness of safe work at height practices
- Short, flexible online training suitable for busy workplaces
Legal context
The Work at Height Regulations 2005 require employers to ensure work at height is properly planned, supervised and carried out by competent people using appropriate equipment. The regulations are enforced by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). This training helps organisations support compliance and promote safer workplaces.
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