Training for Working at Heights

Stay safe above ground—learn the essentials of working at heights with this no-nonsense online safety training.

Overview

Working at heights is no place for guesswork—or weak knees. This course offers essential training for anyone whose job involves being more than a metre off the ground. Whether it’s a ladder, scaffolding, or platform, you’ll get the knowledge needed to stay steady and steer clear of the hazards that come with altitude.

From understanding risk assessments to selecting the right equipment and knowing what to do when things go a bit sideways, this course keeps things clear, focused and actually useful. It’s built for anyone who values safety (and their spine). With no-nonsense modules and straight-talking content, you'll finish this course with the confidence to spot danger before it spots you.

Learning Outcomes

• Identify risks and hazards associated with working at height
• Explain duties under relevant health and safety regulations
• Select suitable equipment for different height-related tasks
• Understand safe procedures for using ladders and platforms
• Describe emergency steps during height-related incidents
• Recognise employer and employee responsibilities at height

Who is this Course For

• Workers needing awareness before working at elevated locations
• Team leaders overseeing height-based safety in daily tasks
• Site supervisors managing staff in elevated environments
• Facility managers with rooftop or high-access structures
• Construction workers involved with scaffolds or tall frameworks
• Maintenance staff performing high-level building checks
• Warehouse workers using ladders or mezzanines regularly
• Anyone required to assess height-related risks and controls

Career Path

• Construction Site Supervisor – £37,000 annually
• Health and Safety Officer – £33,500 annually
• Rooftop Solar Installer – £30,000 annually
• Telecoms Tower Technician – £32,000 annually
• Maintenance Technician (High Access) – £29,000 annually
• Facilities Manager (Multi-Storey Buildings) – £40,000 annually