FALL PROTECTION AUTHORIZED USER

Member Price: Free in 2024-2025 due to Susan G. Harwood Grant
Non-Member Price: Free in 2024-2025 due to Susan G. Harwood Grant
Length: 4 Hours
Delivery Method: Instructor-led with hands-on equipment training
Expiration: N/A

2026 Schedule:
Tuesday, February 17th
Tuesday, February 24th, 10am – 2pm @ West Michigan Construction Institute in Grand Rapids
Thursday, March 19th
Thursday, April 16th
Wednesday, May 13th
Wednesday, June 17th
Tuesday, June 23, 10am – 2pm @ Construction Association of Michigan in Bloomfield Township
Wednesday, August 12th
Wednesday, September 16th

Course Description: This course is designed for individuals working at height and offers an awareness of the issues involved with fall protection. This course focuses on the theory of fall protection and the need to protect workers at height. Participants are introduced to the legislation governing fall protection as well as the components of a fall protection system including holding devices, anchorages, connectors and rescue. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will receive a certificate acknowledging they have met or exceeded OSHA, ANSI and CSA requirements as an Authorized Person.

What will you learn in this training?

• Fall Protection Recognition
• Fall Hazard Surveys and Procedures
• Applicable Fall Protection Regulations
• Responsibilities of Designated Persons under this Standard
• How to use Written Fall Protection Procedures
• Inspection of Equipment Components and Systems
• Fall protection Rescue Procedures

Students should bring their own harness to class, if they have one.