Working at Height Training

Accredited Working at Height Training at Our Merthyr Tydfil Academy or Delivered Anywhere in the UK

Working at height remains one of the biggest causes of fatal and serious workplace accidents in the United Kingdom. Whether employees are working from ladders, step ladders, scaffolding, mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs), rooftops or elevated work platforms, employers have a legal duty to ensure work is properly planned, supervised and carried out by competent people.

At Evolution Safety Solutions, we deliver practical, engaging and legally compliant Working at Height Training designed to help organisations meet their duties under the Work at Height Regulations 2005 while protecting their workforce from one of the most significant workplace hazards.

Our Working at Height course is suitable for employees, supervisors and managers who undertake, supervise or manage work at height. Training combines clear explanations of the legal requirements with practical exercises and real-world examples to ensure delegates leave with the knowledge and confidence to work safely.

Courses are available at our dedicated Health & Safety Training Academy in Merthyr Tydfil, South Wales, or can be delivered at your premises anywhere in England, Scotland or Wales.

Whether you are booking training for one person or an entire workforce, we can provide a solution tailored to your organisation.

Need advice? Contact our team today on 03333 399 037 for friendly, expert guidance.

Why Choose Evolution Safety Solutions?

Choosing the right training provider is essential. At Evolution Safety Solutions, we believe effective training should do more than simply satisfy legal requirements—it should genuinely improve workplace safety.

When you choose us, you benefit from:

• Experienced Health & Safety Consultants and Trainers
• Practical, engaging training with real workplace scenarios
• Modern Health & Safety Training Academy in Merthyr Tydfil
• Courses delivered throughout the UK
• Flexible course dates
• On-site training for businesses
• Small class sizes
• High-quality course materials
• Certificates issued following successful completion
• Excellent customer support before and after your course

We provide training for organisations of all sizes, from small businesses to national contractors operating across multiple sites.

What Is Working at Height?

Working at height is defined by the Work at Height Regulations 2005 as any place where a person could fall a distance liable to cause personal injury.

Many people assume this only applies to roof work, but the regulations apply to a wide variety of tasks, including:

• Working from ladders
• Using step ladders
• Mobile scaffold towers
• Fixed scaffolding
• Roof inspections
• Roof maintenance
• Plant maintenance
• Accessing elevated machinery
• Loading bays
• Fragile roofs
• Elevated platforms
• Mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs)
• Cherry pickers
• Scissor lifts
• Working near excavations or openings

If there is a foreseeable risk of falling and suffering injury, work at height legislation is likely to apply.

Is Working at Height Training a Legal Requirement?

Employers have a legal duty to ensure anyone carrying out work at height is competent.

The primary legislation includes:

• Work at Height Regulations 2005
• Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974
• Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
• Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 2022 (where applicable)

The Work at Height Regulations require employers to:

• Avoid work at height wherever reasonably practicable.
• Prevent falls where work at height cannot be avoided.
• Minimise the consequences of a fall should one occur.
• Ensure work is planned and supervised appropriately.
• Provide suitable training and instruction.
• Ensure equipment is suitable and inspected.

Failure to comply with these duties can result in HSE enforcement action, prosecution, substantial fines and, in the most serious cases, imprisonment.

Who Should Attend?

Our Working at Height Training course is suitable for anyone whose work involves a risk of falling, including:

• Construction workers
• Maintenance engineers
• Electricians
• Roofers
• Solar PV installers
• Facilities management teams
• Warehouse operatives
• Utilities workers
• Telecommunications engineers
• Surveyors
• Building inspectors
• Manufacturing employees
• Local authority staff
• Fire safety professionals
• Supervisors
• Site managers
• Health and Safety professionals

No previous experience is required.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of the course, delegates will be able to:

• Understand the Work at Height Regulations 2005
• Identify common hazards associated with work at height
• Conduct basic work at height risk assessments
• Apply the hierarchy of control
• Select suitable access equipment
• Recognise unsafe working practices
• Understand equipment inspection requirements
• Reduce the likelihood of falls
• Understand emergency arrangements
• Improve safety within their workplace

Course Content

Our course provides a balance of classroom learning and practical application.

Topics include:

Introduction to Working at Height

• What is working at height?
• Accident statistics
• Common causes of falls
• Industry case studies

Legislation

• Work at Height Regulations 2005
• Employer responsibilities
• Employee responsibilities
• Competence requirements
• Planning work at height

Hazard Identification

• Identifying hazards
• Unsafe conditions
• Environmental factors
• Weather considerations

Risk Assessment

Delegates will learn how to:

• Identify hazards
• Evaluate risks
• Select suitable controls
• Eliminate unnecessary work at height
• Apply the hierarchy of control

Safe Access Equipment

Including:

• Ladders
• Step ladders
• Mobile towers
• Scaffolding awareness
• MEWPs awareness
• Working platforms

Fall Prevention

Understanding:

• Guard rails
• Edge protection
• Work restraint
• Collective protection
• Personal fall protection
• Safe systems of work

Equipment Inspection

Delegates will learn how to identify defects and damage affecting:

• Ladders
• Harnesses
• Lanyards
• Anchor points
• Connectors
• Access equipment

Emergency Planning

Including:

• Rescue planning
• Emergency procedures
• Incident reporting
• Lessons learned

Practical Exercises

Unlike many online courses, our Working at Height Training incorporates practical learning wherever appropriate.

Delegates may participate in:

• Ladder inspections
• Equipment inspections
• Safe ladder positioning
• Practical access exercises
• Hazard spotting
• Risk assessment workshops
• Safe work planning
• Group discussions based on realistic workplace scenarios

Our aim is to ensure delegates leave with practical skills they can apply immediately in the workplace.

Training at Our Merthyr Tydfil Academy

Our dedicated Health & Safety Training Academy is located at Pant Industrial Estate, Dowlais, Merthyr Tydfil and provides an excellent environment for practical health and safety training.

We regularly welcome delegates from across South Wales, including:

• Merthyr Tydfil
• Cardiff
• Newport
• Swansea
• Bridgend
• Pontypridd
• Aberdare
• Caerphilly
• Neath
• Blackwood
• Ebbw Vale
• Abergavenny

Our academy offers:

• Modern classroom facilities
• Practical training equipment
• Free parking
• Refreshments
• Easy access from the A470 and Heads of the Valleys Road
• Experienced trainers
• Comfortable learning environment

Individuals and businesses are both welcome to attend.

On-Site Working at Height Training

For businesses with multiple employees requiring training, we can deliver the course at your own premises anywhere in the UK.

Benefits include:

• Reduced travel costs
• Less downtime
• Training tailored to your workplace
• Practical demonstrations using your own equipment where appropriate
• Flexible scheduling
• Cost-effective for larger groups

Our instructors regularly travel throughout England, Scotland and Wales delivering professional Working at Height Training.

Course Information

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Working at Height Training mandatory?

While the regulations do not specify a particular training course, employers must ensure employees are competent. Formal training is one of the most effective ways to demonstrate competence.

How long does the course take?

Our standard Working at Height course is delivered over half a day.

Do delegates receive a certificate?

Yes. All successful delegates receive a certificate confirming completion of the course.

Can you deliver training at our premises?

Yes. We provide on-site Working at Height Training throughout the UK.

Can individuals book onto scheduled courses?

Absolutely. Individuals are welcome to attend our scheduled courses at our Merthyr Tydfil Training Academy.

How often should refresher training be completed?

We recommend refresher training every three years or whenever there are significant changes to working practices, legislation or equipment.

Book Your Working at Height Training Today

Protect your workforce, improve compliance and reduce the risk of serious accidents with professional Working at Height Training from Evolution Safety Solutions.

Whether you need training for a single delegate, a small team or an entire organisation, we can provide a flexible solution that meets your operational needs.

Attend one of our scheduled courses at our Health & Safety Training Academy in Merthyr Tydfil, or let us bring the training directly to your workplace anywhere in the UK.

Contact Evolution Safety Solutions

Telephone: 03333 399 037

Email: info@evolutionsafetysolutions.co.uk

Alternatively, complete the enquiry form on this page and one of our team will be in touch to discuss your requirements.