Working at heights is where a person is working above ground and at a height that could be considered a serious danger should they lose their balance, fall, or have another injury. Often, construction workers can be considered to be working at heights, since they build at multiple levels as part of their jobs at various times. A person doesn't have to be consistently up high to be working at heights either: simply using a ladder, climbing a telephone pole, standing on a rooftop, working on a balcony, or working in a harness above ground at any real level can be considered working at heights.

If your staff consistently work at high heights as window washers, masonry workers, construction staff, or with other tasks and could be seriously injured or injure others if they were to fall or make a mistake, then taking working at heights training is not only important, it's essential. You can sign your entire staff up for these classes, including yourself, and make your company a safer environment for everyone as a result.

Here are reasons why working at heights training is essential for all your staff, even those who don't regularly work at high levels.

Your staff learns to be aware of their surroundings at all times, above and below

What would happen if a staff member were to drop a paint can or lose a hammer in an accident? Would the people working below them know how to duck or respond, or would the person know how to alert their coworkers of the situation?

Someone can get seriously hurt if an object were to fall on them from any height, so working at heights training programs can teach your staff how to react in a falling object situation. Also, your staff will learn what safety gear they should use while working from heights and why the equipment keeps them safe.

Your staff learns how to navigate narrow or slick terrain

Sometimes a very tall ladder can become wobbly and fall, or a rooftop can be very sloped and slick. How will your staff handle tricky terrain, including shifting scaffolding or wet surfaces? Your working at heights training classes will teach staff how to navigate and stay in control of odd terrain while working at any height, and will also teach them exactly what to do should they have a fall. Your staff should also know basic life-saving first aid and be refreshed in this training often.