💬 Enquire Now
NIST - India's First NEBOSH Gold Learning Partner

Work at Height Safety

Work at Height Safety Training is an in-depth course designed in order to equip participants with the knowledge and hands-on skills required to work safely at heights. This training program addresses risks related to working at height, such as falls from ladders, scaffolding, rooftops, and other elevated surfaces, which are a some of the primary causes of workplace injuries and fatalities.

Get in Touch >>>

Work at Height Training

Also addresses key areas such as hazard identification, risk assessment, proper use of personal fall protection equipment (PFPE), safe scaffolding and ladder protocols for working at height, rescue plan in case of emergency, and adherence to relevant national and international safety standards.Incorporating theory with practical application, the course is suitable for sectors such as construction, utilities, oil & gas, and manufacturing which enables participants to make safer choices and become actively engaged in a zero-harm environment.

  • Duration
    1/2 Days
  • Training Mode
    Virtual/Face to Face
  • Level
    Intermediate/Advance
  • Language
    English and other regional languages based on availability
  • Content Customization
    Client specific/Industry specific/Site specific

Why Should Employers Invest in this Training?

  • Minimizes Risk of Fatal Incidents: Falls from height are the one of the major reasons for workplace fatalities where this training directly addresses those risks.
  • Ensures Legal & Regulatory Compliance: Meet & comply with national safety regulations (e.g., Factories Act, BOCW, IS standards) and avoid penalties or prosecution.
  • Minimizes Downtime & Compensation Costs: Less accidents mean less disruption, which reduces insurance claims, and lower financial liability.
  • Promotes Workforce Efficiency: Trained workers perform height-related tasks safely and confidently, improving job completion speed and quality.
  • Improves Safety Culture and organization Reputation: Through commitment to employee welfare, enhancing morale and employer branding.
  • Supports Incident-Free Project Delivery: At site as this is more crucial and difficult for industries like construction and oil & gas, where project delays due to work at height accidents may be costly.

Training Objective

Learners will acquire knowledge and skills necessary to safely perform and supervise work at height activities across various industries. Further to it they will also learn to identify and evaluate fall-related hazards, implement effective risk control measures, and correctly use personal fall protection equipment (PFPE). Additionally work at height safety training also explains about applicable legal, regulatory, and organizational safety requirements in order to ensure statutory compliance. By the end of the course, participants will be prepared to make informed decisions, respond proactively to unsafe conditions, and contribute to a strong safety culture which can contribute to reduced fall incidents in order to enhance workforce readiness.

Training Methodology

Case Study
Analysis

Knowledge
Checks

Hazard
Identification

Virtual
Mode

Final
Assesment

How Will This Training Strengthen Workforce Readiness?

This training enables workers to confidently perform elevated tasks by developing the knowledge, skills, and judgment needed to manage risks, use safety equipment properly, and respond effectively in high-risk environments.

  • Improves Risk Identification skills - Where workers learn to recognize unsafe conditions before starting height-related tasks.
  • Enhances Decision-Making in High-Risk Situations - Prepares teams to act quickly and correctly under pressure or during emergencies. before permit approval.
  • Develops Technical Competence with Safety Equipment - Trains workers in the proper selection, inspection, and use of PFPE (harnesses, lanyards, anchor points, etc).
  • Reduces Reliance on Supervision - Promotes self-reliant, responsible behaviour through awareness of best practices and legal duties.
  • Prepares for Audit and Regulatory Inspections - Ensures frontline staff can demonstrate compliance and practical understanding during safety checks.
  • Promotes Cross-Functional Safety Awareness - Encourages coordination between supervisors, safety officers, and workers to execute safe work plans.
  • Fosters a Culture of Vigilance and Accountability - Instils proactive safety reporting and peer monitoring to prevent incidents.
  • Supports Business Continuity Goals - Minimizes delays, shutdowns, or liability from fall-related incidents, keeping operations on track.

Who can take this course?

This training is designed for individuals who perform, plan, or supervise work at elevated locations. It is suitable for workers across various sectors where fall risks are present.

  • Supervisors and Site In-Charges
  • Maintenance and Operations Personnel Technicians
  • Contractor Workforce and Subcontractors

Assessment

✅ Multiple Choice Questionnaire (MCQ)

Training Mode

Face to face

Face to face training

Virtual training

Virtual training

Enquire about Work at Height Training / Course

Benefits of Work at Height Training

This training empowers employees to perform high-risk jobs safely, confidently, and in full compliance with regulatory standards. It strengthens safety culture, reduces incidents, and improves operational effectiveness.

Improves Work Planning and Task Execution

Trained workers can better interpret work-at-height plans, allocate resources, and follow sequencing safely.

Enables Better Use of Permit-to-Work Systems

Enhances understanding of when and how to raise, validate, and close height-related permits effectively.

Enables Better Selection of Access Equipment

By training workers and supervisors to choose the right tools - ladders, scaffolds, MEWPs based on task risk profiles.

Boosts employee awareness and ownership

Ensures accurate recordkeeping of permits, safety controls, and job handovers for audit readiness.

Minimizes downtime and legal consequences

Reduces project delays, penalties, and operational disruptions caused by unsafe work practices.

Builds audit-ready, best-practice systems

Establishes work at height permit systems that meet internal and external audit expectations confidently.

FAQ's - Work at Height

1. What is considered "work at height"?

Work at height, refers to any activity where a person could fall from one level to another and suffer injury. This includes working on ladders, scaffolds, rooftops, towers, platforms, or any surface without proper fall protection

2. Is Work at Height Training mandatory?

Yes. Under Indian safety regulations (e.g., Factories Act 1948, BOCW Rules) and international standards (like OSHA/ISO 45001), employers must provide training to anyone exposed to height risks.

3. Is the training available in local languages?

Yes, the training is available in the local language and can be delivered in other regional languages, subject to availability.

4. Does this course include hands-on or practical sessions?

Yes. Most courses include demonstrations on PFPE use, anchoring methods, inspection routines, and mock height-work setups to ensure real-world application of skills.

5. Who should attend Work at Height Safety Training?

This training is for all employees who work above ground level, including technicians, construction workers, maintenance crews, scaffolds, and supervisors responsible for overseeing such tasks.

Further Progression

For deeper expertise in Work at Height Safety, you may also look out for the following specialized training programs:

📖 For More Insights on Work at Height Safety, Explore Our In- Depth Blogs:

Testimonials: Real experiences from our Clients.

For more information on our corporate HSE services, get in touch.

Contact us now

NIST


International Courses

Bespoke Training

Corporate Services

Policy

© 2008 - 2025 NIST Global Pvt. Ltd. All Rights Reserved.