Working at Heights Training Barrie is provided by F.A.S.T. Rescue, an approved training provider in Ontario.
F.A.S.T. Rescue is a certified provider of the Working at Heights Training in Barrie, Ontario, fully compliant with the latest Ontario training standards. Our program equips workers with essential knowledge for the safe operation of equipment when working at heights.
Upon successfully completing the course, participants will be able to identify fall hazards and implement appropriate safety measures. The course’s primary goal is to ensure that workers understand their rights and responsibilities when working at heights, know how to perform their tasks safely and in line with regulations, and are capable of selecting, inspecting, and using industry-standard personal fall arrest equipment, such as harnesses and lanyards.
How to Book Your Training Session:
To book a Working at Heights training session in Barrie, contact us with your preferred date and the number of participants. You can reach out via our website or by phone. After receiving your details, we will guide you through the booking process and confirm your session. We will then follow up with an email containing all the necessary details, including the start time and any additional information you may need.
Course Outline:
During the course, students will cover the following topics:
The Law: Understanding the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and regulations, including:
Competent person & competent worker definitions
Roles, rights, and responsibilities
Employer safety policies and programs
Workers' rights
Internal Responsibility System
Regulations, enforcement, fines, and penalties
Fall Protection System Training:
Hazard recognition
Recognizing and eliminating fall hazards
Working alone
Hierarchy of control measures
Regulations for fall prevention
Workplace inspections
Fall Prevention:
Guardrails, protective covers, warning barriers (bump lines), and travel restraint systems
Fall Protection Systems and Personal Protective Equipment:
Fall prevention systems
Personal fall protection equipment and components
Selection and inspection
Setting up fall protection equipment and anchor points
Emergency rescue procedures
Suspension trauma
Ladders and Access Equipment:
Ladders, scaffolds, powered elevating work platforms, and suspended access equipment
Workplace-specific training
Certification:
After completing this 8-hour training session, participants will receive a certificate approved by the Chief Prevention Officer (CPO), confirming their training. Our MLITSD Approved Training Provider ID is PRO-34854, and our Program ID for Working at Heights is WAH-34854.
Materials Provided:
All necessary course materials and workbooks will be supplied.
Breaks and Lunch:
The training includes several 10-minute breaks and a 30-minute lunch break. Participants should make their own arrangements for lunch.
Public Training Sessions:
To join our Working at Heights public training program, visit our website, select your preferred training date, and add the required number of seats to your cart by clicking “Book Now.”