Working at Height Safety

Introduction

Focuses on controlling risks associated with working at height in petroleum operations.

Objectives

• Identify fall hazards
• Apply fall protection systems
• Ensure safe access
• Reduce fall-related incidents

Target Audience

Supervisors, maintenance staff, HSE officers.

5-Day Scientific Program

Day 1: Working at Height Overview

• Definitions
• Common hazards
• Risk assessment
• Legal requirements

Day 2: Access Systems

• Scaffolding
• Ladders
• Mobile platforms
• Inspection

Day 3: Fall Protection

• Guardrails
• Harness systems
• Anchor points
• Rescue planning

Day 4: Safe Work Practices

• Permits
• Supervision
• Weather considerations
• Behavioral controls

Day 5: Case Studies

• Fall incidents
• Lessons learned
• Best practices
• Improvement plans