IWH Fall Arrest & Basic Rescue Level 2 Course

The qualifying learner will be capable of:

• Explaining the use and limitations of a limited range of fall arrest equipment and fall arrest plan.
• Inspecting, assembling, and storing fall arrest equipment.
• Selecting suitable anchor points.
• Using fall arrest systems with a double lanyard.
• Using pre-installed vertical and horizontal lifelines
• Explaining the use of a range of fall arrest equipment and knowledge of applicable regulations.
• Explaining and using basic rope knots.
• Installing and using fall arrest systems.
• Inspecting and assembling fall arrest equipment and systems.
• Interpreting and implementing a fall protection plan.
• Performing basic fall arrest rescues to bring a casualty down to safety

Qualifications and reward

Upon successful completion of this course, you will gain an IWH Certificate of Competency as well as the following:

NQF Level 1- Credits: 2

• SAQA ID: 229998
• SAQA Title: Explain and perform fall arrest techniques when working at height

NQF Level 2- Credits: 3

SAQA ID: 229995 SAQA Title: Install, use and perform basic rescues from fall arrest systems and implement the fall protection plan

Entry Requirements?

• Certified copy of your ID or passport (the original please). Unfortunately, your driver’s license will not be accepted
• A copy of a valid medical certificate provided by a suitable healthcare provider (doctor) that shows you are cleared to do rope access training and have no underlying health issues that prevent you from doing rope access training
• You must be able to comprehend, read and write English. You must also have basic numeracy skills
• 2 x Colour ID photos