Fall Protection Awareness (OSHA)
Learn the goals of fall protection, types of falls, hazard controls, fall arrest systems, fall clearance, equipment inspection, and rescue planning.
Overview
This course introduces the goals and purpose of fall protection, including different types of falls, job safety analysis, the hierarchy of hazard control, fall protection systems, equipment inspection, and rescue planning.
Who is it For
Employees, supervisors, and contractors who work at height or require awareness of fall protection requirements.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of the course, learners will be able to:
- Describe the goals and purpose of fall protection
- Identify different types of falls
- Describe Job Safety Analysis and the Hierarchy of Hazard Control
- Identify different types of passive fall protection
- Explain fall clearance and arresting force
- Explain the purpose of Personal Fall Arrest Systems
- Identify components of active fall protection systems
- Describe the purpose of deceleration devices and connectors
- Explain how to determine fall clearance and the drop zone
- Describe how to inspect and maintain fall protection equipment
- Outline the goals of a fall rescue plan
Course Content
The course includes topics such as:
- Fall protection goals
- Types of falls
- Job Safety Analysis
- Hierarchy of Hazard Control
- Passive fall protection
- Fall clearance and arresting force
- Personal Fall Arrest Systems
- Active fall protection systems
- Deceleration devices and connectors
- Drop zones
- Equipment inspection and maintenance
- Fall rescue plans
Assessment
Learners are assessed through knowledge checks and assessment questions throughout the course.
Certificate
Successful completion of the course will result in a certificate of completion issued by RelyOn.
OSHA-Aligned eLearning
This course is developed by RelyOn and aligned with relevant OSHA requirements and guidance. OSHA does not approve, accredit, certify, or endorse individual training providers or courses. This training is intended to support awareness and understanding of workplace safety requirements related to OSHA.