Fall Protection Competent Person - EM-385-1-1
This three-day course educates students on the various components of a worksite fall protection program and will also help develop the skills required of a Competent Person. Participants will learn course content through a combination of direct classroom instruction and multiple workshops.
Description
EM-385-1-1 Fall Protection – Competent Person Training Course
This three-day course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills required to become a Competent Person in fall protection, especially for worksites governed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and its EM 385-1-1 safety manual.
Key Takeaways:
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Understanding Fall Protection Systems: Learn about various fall protection solutions, including their proper use and limitations.
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Site-Specific Application: Emphasis on how fall protection varies depending on the worksite and job tasks.
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Hands-On Workshops: In addition to classroom learning, participants engage in practical workshops for real-world application.
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Target Audience: Individuals working on USACE sites who must comply with EM 385-1-1 safety protocols.
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Goal: Develop Competent Persons capable of evaluating fall hazards and ensuring proper implementation of safety systems.
This course is ideal for those looking to deepen their fall protection knowledge while also meeting regulatory requirements in an engaging, interactive format.
Prerequisites
None
Course Outline
- Fall hazard identification
- Fundamentals of working at height
- Fall protection oversight
- Worksite programs
- Passive systems
- Administrative controls
- Fall protection planning
- Fall arrest system components
- Positioning systems
- Equipment care
- Rescue overview
- System analysis
- Fall protection planning
- Technical FAQs
- EM385 fall protection requirements