FASET Edge Protection Course 

The Edge Protection Course teaches candidates how to install Temporary Edge Protection systems to BS EN 13374 to provide collective protection for those working in areas where there is a risk of a fall. It is not a "turn up and get a ticket". Competence is only proven by assessment, supported by candidate experience. 

Outcome 

From attending our Edge Protection Course, Candidates will have a broad understanding of legislation and standards that have an influence over Edge Protection systems. 
They will be able to explain the differences in Classes A, B and C systems. 
They will understand the Engineers design and be able to identify the specified components and their limitations. 
They will be able to build a system from these components. 

Competence* 

Candidates are given one to one feedback on their performance throughout the day and are provided with a FASET Certificate of Attendance (valid for 2 years). 
For those with site installation experience, evidence of previous work must be submitted PRIOR to the course starting.(additional charges will apply if this NOT done). 
The trainer will discuss this evidence during the course and depending on these discussions, will be considered as pending sign off. This means evidence of a further 3 jobs must be submitted before being signed off as competent. 
At this point a Blue CSCS Skilled Worker card maybe applied for. Those with existing Blue CSCS Skilled Worker Safety Net Rigger cards may apply for an endorsement on their card. Those without may apply for a Blue CSCS Skilled Worker Edge Protection card. 

Job Functions 

Include; Safety Net Riggers, Roofers, Height Safety Contractors, Scaffolders, Steel Erectors and Frame Builders. 

Facilities 

Edge Protection Courses are normally delivered at our centre in Buckinghamshire, on site or clients premises. All require “classroom” facilities and a practical area where skills can be taught. We will advise on the suitability of “away from centre” venues. 

Syllabus 

Introduction & Objectives 
Legislation & Standards 
Components 
How edge protection works 
Planning & RAMS 
Safe Working with others 
Drawings & information 
Attaching to the building 
Practical (erecting employers system) 
Assessment 

Candidate numbers 

Maximum 4/course. 

Candidate Requirements 

Must be physically fit, comfortable at height and be practically minded. 
Must have a MEWP ticket. 

Duration 

One day training (assessments are considered seperately-see competence*) 

Practical 

The syllabus requires the practical instruction to be representative of the working environment. Candidates will build systems at ground level AND at height using a MEWP, from information contained within Engineers drawings. Note: These drawings are supplied by the employer. 
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