This course plan describes the content of the instructor course for commercial providers of Basic Fall Protection courses (8 hours). Others with relevant professional knowledge and experience, such as members of the fall rescue team who have completed training in accordance with the course plans in Working Together for Safety Recommendation 032N/2010 “Rope-based rescue”, can provide 4 hours’ internal training in the use of individual fall arrest equipment at the local installation/facility. In both cases, it is presumed that the instructor has the necessary qualifications to effectively impart knowledge through a course/instruction.
The curriculum takes into consideration that fact that the instructor must possess more skills and have more knowledge than that which is strictly necessary to cover the curriculum of the Basic Fall Protection course. This is so that instructor will be able to make course participants aware of alternative fall arrest solutions, be able to recognise the limitations and problems of standard fall arrest solutions, and be able to meet the needs of course participants who have broad practical experience from work at height. Rescue is also included as a theme in the instructor course. This is partly so that the instructor will have an entry point to this topic in the Basic Fall Protection course, and partly because emergency response shall be covered during the practical execution of the basic course.
Topic
0.0 INTRODUCTION
Learning objectives
Following training, participants shall:
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Requirements for execution
Example
methods
Example
learning
environments
References
IBe familiar with the purpose and content of the course
Short review of the purpose of the course.
Presentation of schedule and learning objectives.
Practical information about the execution of the course.
10 minutes
On completion of the course, participants shall be familiar with the regulations and standards, user guidelines and best practice that are relevant to fall protection. In addition, they shall have knowledge of: - Risk management relating to work at height
- The different equipment and methods that are used in fall protection, and be able to use this knowledge in practice
- The possibilities and limitations of each of the respective methods
- The different equipment and methods that are used in buddy rescue, and be able to use this knowledge in practice
- Maintenance, inspection and storage of the equipment Theory Classroom Working Environment Act, relevant Norwegian Labour Inspection Authority regulations and NS EN standards. Relevant user guidelines and best practice.
Learning objectives
Following training, participants shall:
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Requirements for execution
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methods
Example
learning
environments
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IIBe familiar with the course provider’s safety measures
Safety philosophy and safety measures relating
to the course.
5 minutes
The training centres shall reflect the safety philosophy used in the petroleum industry.
Participants shall be made aware of the training centre’s emergency plan.
Theory Classroom Site emergency plan
III
Get to know the instructors, other
participants and course provider Presentations of personnel and information about the participants’ evaluation of the course
5 minutes
Participants shall get to know - the instructor(s)
- other course participants
Practical information about the course provider.
Information about the course provider/centre’s course evaluation methods.
Topic 1.0 Regulations and guidelines
Learning objectives
Following training, participants shall:
Content Requirements for execution Example
methods Example learning environments References 1.1
Have knowledge of the laws,
regulations, standards and guidelines that regulate the activity
Regulations and standards, user guidelines and best practice that are relevant to fall protection and rescue.
Subjects covered: - Laws
- Regulations
- Relevant standards - Relevant user guidelines - Relevant best practice
Relevant in this context in particular are: The Working Environment Act §3.2, Norwegian Labour Inspection Authority Regulation 335 (best no. 500) §61 and 608 (best no. 555) §46, and OLF Guideline 105 chapter 7.
90-120 minutes
Have knowledge of the regulations and standards, user guidelines and best practice that are relevant to fall protection and rescue.
Relevant best practice includes: - Limitations of fall arrest as a
method
- Definition of fall arrest as a method
- 2 barriers – active/passive
The course shall focus on user guidelines and best practice.
Theory Classroom Working Environment Act NS EN 363, 365 and 795 Norwegian Labour Inspection Authority's regulations with guidance (Best.no. in parentheses): 335 (500) 819 (523) 1415 (524) 170 (529) 1127 (544) 608 ( 555) OLF guidelines 88, 105 and 113
Topic 2. Fall protection systems, equipment and methods
Learning objectives
Following training, participants shall:
Content Requirements for execution Example
methods Example learning environments References 2.1
Have knowledge of and skills relating to all relevant types of fall arrest systems, equipment and methods
Have good knowledge of risk management
Theoretical review and
presentation/demonstration of all methods, and instruction in risk assessment when preparing for jobs.
Subjects covered include: Limitations of fall arrest Selection of methods Work permit/SJA Access control Securing tools Falls Rescue plans
Measures to prevent dropped objects Use of permanent systems
Horizontal systems
- Horizontal safety lines Vertical systems
- Vertical safety lines - Evacuation systems
- Automatic lowering systems - Manual lowering systems - Selection of fastening point
120 minutes
On completion of the training, participants shall be able to select the correct equipment and methods for the job at hand, as well as attend to safety and preparedness relating to the operation.
Participants shall have knowledge of and skills in the use of all the fall arrest methods that are stated in the table of contents.
The participant shall be able to evaluate fastening points for both fall arrest and rescue.
Theory/demo Classroom All relevant NS EN standards and user guidelines
Learning objectives
Following training, participants shall:
Content Requirements for execution Example
methods Example learning environments References 2.2
Have skills in the use of advanced fall arrest systems, equipment and methods
Practical training in the field with instructor
Subjects covered: - Fall arrest harnesses - Active equipment - Support straps - Passive equipment - Ropes
- Fall arrest blocks - Use of permanent systems - Horizontal systems - Horizontal safety lines - Vertical systems
- Vertical safety lines - Selection of fastening point
- Long support strap for restricted access - Horizontal systems
- Vertical systems - Vertical safety lines - Moveable fastening point
Relevant additional equipment: - Relief straps
- Approved helmet with correct chin strap
300 minutes
On completion of the course, participants shall be able to select the correct equipment and method for the job at hand.
Participants shall have knowledge and skills in the use of all the fall arrest methods that are stated in the table of contents, as well as the most common errors associated with them. The participant shall be able to evaluate, establish and use fastening points for both fall arrest and buddy rescue. Practice Masts, scaffolding and industrial structures All relevant NS EN standards and user guidelines
Learning objectives
Following training, participants shall:
Content Requirements for execution Example
methods Example learning environments References 2.3
Have knowledge of the consequences of a fall in fall arrest equipment
Focus on avoiding falls through a safety discussion.
Review of relevant documentation.
30-45 minutes
Knowledge of the loads that occur during a fall.
Be familiar with how much the body is able to tolerate.
Knowledge of how the selection of the fastening point (front/back) on the harness can reduce risk during rescue/self-rescue. Understanding of the causes of suspension trauma and preventative measures. Knowledge of the need for quick rescue and first aid.
Theory Classroom Report from Haukeland hospital about suspension trauma http://www.hse. gov.uk/falls/har ness.htm http://www.hse. gov.uk/research/ crr_pdf/2002/cr r02451.pdf Norsk Førstehjelpsråd (Norwegian First Aid Council) Relevant first aid http://www.hse. gov.uk/research/ hsl_pdf/2003/hsl 03-09.pdf
Topic 3. Rescue
Learning objectives
Following training, participants shall:
Content Requirements for execution Example
methods Example learning environments References 3.1
Have buddy rescue skills (pre-rigged pulley systems)
Theoretical instruction and practical training in the field with instructor.
Subjects covered include: - Rescue from vertical and horizontal fall arrest systems - Evacuation systems
- Manual lowering systems
240 minutes
The participant shall be able to execute a buddy rescue with or without assistance in a safe and efficient manner.
The participant shall be able to evaluate fastening points for both fall arrest and rescue.
Possibilities and limitations.
Practice Masts, scaffolding and industrial structures User guide Best practice guide 3.2
Have knowledge of the methods and equipment used in organised emergency response
Theoretical instruction in and presentation/demonstration of equipment and methods
Subjects covered include: - Review of rescue equipment - Rescue equipment for hoisting - Rescue equipment for lowering and evacuation
30 minutes
The participant shall have knowledge of other rescue methods.
Possibilities and limitations.
Participants shall be aware of and understand rescue plans and emergency response.
Practice Masts,
scaffolding and industrial structures
Topic 4. Maintenance and control
Learning objectives
Following training, participants shall:
Content Requirements for execution Example
methods Example learning environments References 4.1
Have knowledge of maintenance, inspection and storage of the equipment
Review of the regulations for the labelling and inspection of fall arrest and rescue equipment.
Practical demonstration and theoretical review of best practice for self-inspection
Subjects covered: - Lifetime and storage - Cleaning and maintenance - Inspection and certification - Disposal criteria
30 minutes
The participant shall have knowledge of relevant regulations and know how the equipment shall be inspected and stored.
Theory and practice Classroom and practice User guidelines Norwegian Labour Inspection Authority Regulation 608 (Best no. 555) NS EN 365
Topic 5. Instruction technique
Learning objectives
Following training, participants shall:
Content Requirements for execution Example
methods Example learning environments References 5.1
Be a proficient instructor in the field of fall protection Presentation technique Demonstration technique Safety of participants 120 minutes
On completion of the course, the participant shall be able to execute the Basic Fall Protection course, without course participants being exposed to unnecessary risk during the training.
Theory and practice
Classroom and practice
Topic 6. Evaluation of participants
Learning objectives
Following training, participants shall:
Content Requirements for execution Example
methods Example learning environments References 6.1
The course shall conclude with a written multiple choice test
Completion of practical training
The test shall cover the following topics:
Laws and regulations Best practice
Correct usage Risk assessment
30 min
The instructor must have assessed the participants throughout the course.
In addition to passing the exam, an overall assessment shall be undertaken by the instructor, who determines whether the participant has passed following completion of the course.
Topic 7. Course evaluation
Learning objectives
Following training, participants shall:
Content Requirements for execution Example
methods Example learning environments References 7.1
Evaluation of the course
The course shall conclude with an evaluation.
The evaluation shall reflect the course provider’s ability to deliver a pedagogical and appropriate course.
15 min
The purpose of the course evaluation is first and foremost to provide quality assurance for the course provider. It shall reflect the course provider’s desire to deliver a solid, professional course.
The course evaluation shall be retained by the course provider for review during audits by PSK.
