Flat Roof Access Training

For all persons required to access flat roofs which offer a suitable working.

Flat roof access training.

The course will train participants to use temporary and permanent fall protection systems. Moreover hatches have components that contribute to a safe and convenient rooftop entry and exit such as a secure grip or handle and an automatic locking feature. Roof top safety training is designed for persons undertaking maintenance installation or inspection survey works on flat roofs. Read the roof access rules read the rules for working safely on a roof.

Compared to the use of ladders a roof hatch can make economical and practical roof access. When planning access to building rooftops roof hatch installation is very effective. The practical elements of the training will include the selection use and pre use inspection of the correct personal protective equipment under the guidance of our expert trainers. Steep roof above 4 12 slope 29 cfr 1926 501 b 11.

Beginning january1 2010 after final approval all individuals requesting a roof access key must view the fall protection safety video in the facility operations training room located in the university services building bldg350 prior to picking up the roof access key. Training requirements in order to successfully complete training. Your general duty clause extends to your roof so make sure you take the right precautions. You will be taught how to use a variety of fall protection systems that may be found on rooftops and ladders climbing techniques to safely ascend and descend fixed.

Rooftop access training course overview. Know the pitch of the roof and follow the appropriate standard. Roof access training is required. This course will provide delegates with the knowledge and practical experience to enable them to work on flat roofs in protected and unprotected areas and to work safely in a variety of exposed locations.

Low slope roof 4 12 slope or less 29 cfr 1926 501 b 10. Before accessing a university roof every 2 years if still accessing university roofs. Commonsense practices such as limiting who can access the roof requiring training for those who do and providing safety equipment will help to keep facilities staff and outside contractors from harm. This roof safety access and fall protection course provides information and practical training on a range of temporary and permanent fall protection systems used for work on roofs.

Our roof work courses cover a wide variety of trades and areas including accessing safe access on flat inclined roofs and difficult to reach areas this course also covers the potential risk factors and correct anchorage and also the correct selection of fall protection when working at height.