Fall Protection Equipment Inspector

A Gravitec fall protection specialist traverses the domed roof of a Seattle highrise where we installed a designed a fall protection system for window washers. A Gravitec fall protection specialist traverses the domed roof of a Seattle highrise where we installed a designed a fall protection system for window washers.
A Gravitec fall protection specialist inspects a horizontal lifeline installed by Gravitec at the fifth largest hydroelectricity producing dam in the world. A Gravitec fall protection specialist inspects a horizontal lifeline installed by Gravitec at the fifth largest hydroelectricity producing dam in the world.
The right fall protection equipment is essential for workers at height. Gravitec stocks or has access to over 8,000 fall protection and rescue components. The right fall protection equipment is essential for workers at height. Gravitec stocks or has access to over 8,000 fall protection and rescue components.

Course Description

Gravitec's Fall Protection Equipment Inspector Course is designed to introduce standardized practices for fall protection equipment inspection by using a variety of hands-on exercises. The typical participant works in a tool room or equipment inventory room and is responsible for the care, marking and maintenance of equipment. Topics covered include the basic set-up and use of fall protection systems and equipment. The regulations and standards for the inspection of fall protection systems and equipment are covered in detail along with record-keeping requirements. Students receive a CD and equipment logbook that will enable them to return to their job sites with the tools for managing a standardized inspection and record-keeping program. Written and practical tests are administered to ensure that the principles presented in the course are understood. Documentation is available to satisfy your organization’s due diligence and regulatory requirements.

This course meets the Criteria for Accepted Practices in Safety, Health, and Environmental Training (ANSI/ASSE Z490.1-2001), the highest industry standard for training.

Gravitec can supply all necessary fall protection equipment for this course.

No cameras, camcorders, cell phones, pagers, personal digital assistants or similar devices will be permitted during training.

Course Duration

One Day (8 Hours)

This course may be added to any fall protection course.

Class Size

Minimum 8, Maximum 10 (1 Instructor); Minimum 14, Maximum 18 (2 Instructors

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, students will be capable of using and setting up temporary fall protection systems and understanding the basics of fall protection. Students will also be capable of inspecting and assessing fall protection equipment and documenting and maintaining inspection records. They will also possess a working knowledge of the standards and regulations pertaining to the inspection of fall protection equipment.

Participants will be familiar with the following elements of fall protection equipment inspection:

  • Regulations for Inspecting Fall Protection Equipment
  • Inspecting Manufactured Anchorage Connectors
  • Inspecting Snaphooks and Carabiners
  • Inspecting Energy Absorbers
  • Inspecting Full Body Harnesses
  • Inspecting Work Positioning Systems
  • Inspecting Manufactured Horizontal Lifelines
  • Inspecting Rope
  • Inspecting Vertical Lifelines
  • Inspecting Fall Arresters (Rope Grabs)
  • Inspecting Self-Retracting Lifelines
  • Documenting Inspections
  • How To Use the Gravitec Inspection CD

Resource Materials

Students will receive a plastic wallet certificate of completion, Gravitec's Fall Protection Equipment Inspector Manual, and a comprehensive equipment inspection CD, which includes manufacturers' instructions for over 200 separate pieces of equipment. Students will also receive access to our toll-free number for ongoing technical assistance.

Course Credits

None
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