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Working At Height Training Courses

Dates for Working At Height Training Courses in 2024

At our approved FASET training centre, (Middlewich, Cheshire) we can offer a full range of working at height training courses.

Working at height training courses are essential for ensuring the safety of individuals who are required to work in elevated positions, such as construction workers, maintenance personnel etc. These courses aim to equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to carry out tasks at heights in a safe and responsible manner.

In the United Kingdom, where safety regulations are stringent, working at height training is particularly crucial. Participants learn how to identify potential hazards and how to implement control measures effectively. Compliance with the Work at Height Regulations 2005 is vital, and these courses ensure that individuals and organisations adhere to these regulations, thereby reducing the risk of accidents and injuries. By investing in working at height training courses, businesses not only enhance safety but also demonstrate their commitment to the well-being of their employees.

See below our current program of courses:

FASET SAFETY NET RIGGERS COURSE

Candidates will learn how to work safely, plan work and resources and install safety net systems to the required standards and apply for a red trainee CSCS card. Consequently, the candidate will be able to gain experience on the job. The trainee must work with a fully qualified colleague who must supervise and sign off the trainee’s work until fully qualified. Upon completion of the FASET Safety Net Riggers course, candidates are provided with a Certificate of attendance (valid for 24 months), FASET training manual and FASET registration. At this point, the candidate is just a trainee. Trainees must complete the NVQ in Safety Net Rigging to become fully qualified.

  • 4, 12, & 18 April 2024
  • 9 & 22 May 2024

FASET STAIR TOWER COURSE

The FASET Stair Tower Course is for operatives or anyone who wants to learn how to correctly and safely install and dismantle stair tower systems. Candidates will receive a certificate of attendance. Competence is proved by GSA3 Assessment.

  • 10 April 2024
  • 24 May 2024

FASET EDGE PROTECTION INSTALLER COURSE

The FASET Edge Protection course is for operatives or anyone who wishes to learn how to correctly and safely install temporary edge protection systems to BS EN 13374:2013+A1:2018. Candidates will receive a certificate of attendance valid for 5 years. Competence is proved by GSA2 Assessment. If successful, you will be able to apply for a CSCS card.

  • 5, 11 & 19 April 2024
  • 23 May 2024

FASET SAFETY NETS FOR MANAGERS COURSE

This course is for the site management team. The WAH Regs 2005 require safety net systems to be inspected every seven days. As a result, you need to control and also manage the installation and ongoing inspection of safety net systems. This can be costly if an independent company is used. Participants are issue a FASET certificate of attendance which is valid for 3 years.

  • 2 & 30 May 2024
  • 4 July 2024
  • 1 August 2024

FASET STEP COURSE – Stair Tower & Edge Protection (STEP) Course

The FASET Stair Tower & Edge Protection (STEP) Course is designed for health and safety advisers, managers and supervisors, and temporary works coordinators, designers and supervisors. You will learn about the management, planning, installation and inspection of STEP systems. It is a requirement of the Work at Height Regulations 2005, that STEP systems be inspected at regular intervals. Subsequently, duty holders responsible for controlling work at height need to be competent to select, plan for and inspect STEP systems. FASET issue a certificate of attendance which is valid for 3 years.

  • 24 April 2024
  • 29 May 2024
  • 3 July 2024

FASET SAFETY NET REPAIR COURSE – Repair Knotless Nets

Safety net repair was historically the domain of safety net manufacturers. As a result, different techniques made it difficult for safety netting companies to repair their own nets. This course is designed for stores and maintenance personnel, supervisors and managers or anybody else who wishes to learn practical skills relating to safety net repair. Candidates are provided with FASET Reference Manual, a certificate of attendance and FASET Registration.

  • 15 May 2024
  • 12 June 2024

FASET PLATFORM DECKING – Manager Training Course

This FASET course covers the inspection planning, management and practical issues surrounding the correct use of Platform Decking on site. ThE course also gives basic information on where Platform Decking systems fall under the various Categories in BS5975, enabling managers to better understand where Platform Decking Systems have a bearing on their role and the level of design required for different types of Platform Decking Systems and the supporting structure.

  • 16 May 2024
  • 18 July 2024

Enquire Now about Working At Height Training

For more information about any of our courses including upcoming course dates and bookings, contact our training team.

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FASET Safety Nets for Managers Course

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Learn how to inspect safety net systems

This course is for the site management team. The WAH Regs 2005 require safety net systems to be inspected every seven days. As a result, you need to control and also manage the installation and ongoing inspection of safety net systems. This can be costly if an independent company is used.

FASET Safety Nets for Managers Course

Who should attend?

This course is for the site management team. The WAH Regs 2005 require safety net systems to be inspected every seven days. As a result, you need to control and also manage the installation and ongoing inspection of safety net systems. This can be costly if an independent company is used.

  • Site/project managers and supervisors
  • Health and safety professionals
  • Principal designers
  • Temporary works coordinators, supervisors and designers

Learning outcome

Delegates will learn how to plan and manage the installation of safety nets. Also, to identify faults and specify any action to mitigate those risks. Consequently, you will understand what to expect from a contractor prior to work commencing. You will also be able to identify competence, faults and specify remedial solutions.

Course content

  • Standards and legislation
  • Safety net systems or types
  • The parts which make up a safety net
  • UV testing
  • The way a safety net works
  • Catching width
  • Anchorage loads and attachment points
  • Temporary works
  • Gaps, sag and sizing issues
  • Methods of joining nets together
  • Clearance distances and attachment systems
  • Paperwork
  • Fault identification.
  • Recovery and repairs.
  • Test to confirm understanding and learning.
  • FASET Reference Manual to take away.

Why Inspecting Safety Netting Is Important? 

To comply with legislation and regulation, inspection is statutory. Consequently, it is the client’s responsibility to inspect. In other words, an inspection must take place.

Safety nets are safety-critical. So, those persons who control work above safety netting need to be able to inspect. This is so they will know if the nets are safe to work over or not. As a result, competence in installation and inspection is key.

When To Inspect?

  • Every 7 days
  • After adverse weather conditions
  • At handover
  • After any alterations (new handover)
  • After any circumstances that may render the system unfit for continued use (falls of persons, debris, materials etc)

Location

Courses are held at our training centre in Cheshire. We can also deliver at your location or on-site. Courses held at our Training Centre include lunch and drinks. Most noteworthy is our disabled welfare facilities.

Learner participation during the course is encouraged as are relevant questions and discussion.

Candidate numbers; Minimum 8, Maximum 15

Timings: 09:00-15:30.

Certification

FASET issue a certificate of attendance which is valid for 3 years.

Enquire now

For more information about this course including upcoming course dates and bookings, contact our training team.

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FASET Safety Net Riggers Course

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A one day course for those who wish to learn how to install safety nets to British and European Standards; BSEN1263-2 & BS8411.

FASET Safety Net Riggers Course

Learning outcome

Candidates will learn how to work safely, plan work and resources and install safety net systems to the required standards and apply for a red trainee CSCS card. Consequently, the candidate will be able to gain experience on the job. The trainee must work with a fully qualified colleague who must supervise and sign off the trainee’s work until fully qualified.

Certification

Upon completion of the FASET Safety Net Riggers course, candidates are provided with a Certificate of attendance (valid for 24 months), FASET training manual and FASET registration. At this point, the candidate is just a trainee. Trainees must complete the NVQ in Safety Net Rigging to become fully qualified.

Location

The course will be held at our training centre in Cheshire. We can deliver the course at your premises; the latter will require a classroom and a practical area where work skills can be taught. We will advise on the suitability of other venues which must meet FASET standards.

Duration

Courses start at 08:00 am and run all day for a maximum of 6 candidates. Lunch and refreshments are provided.

Enquire now

For more information about this course including upcoming course dates and bookings, contact our training team.

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FASET Safety Net Repair Course

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Learn how to repair knot-less safety nets

Safety net repair was historically the domain of safety net manufacturers. As a result, different techniques made it difficult for safety netting companies to repair their own nets.

This course is designed for stores and maintenance personnel, supervisors and managers or anybody else who wishes to learn practical skills relating to safety net repair.

FASET Safety Net Repair Course 

WANT TO LEARN HOW TO REPAIR KNOT-LESS SAFETY NETS?

Course content

  • FASET standards
  • Parts of a net and how it works
  • Causes of damage
  • Inspection
  • Key issues
  • Repair tools and methods
  • Record-keeping
  • Test to confirm learning
  • Practical– net inspection and repairs using the Needle and Twine Method & C-Ring Gun

Location

The course is held at our training centre in Cheshire. Although, we can deliver the course at your location or on-site. Consequently, suitable classroom facilities, power, welfare and refreshments will need to be provided.

Learning outcomes

At the end of the course, candidates will know how to identify damage and carry out permanent repairs. Also, design a programme for maintenance and record-keeping. Consequently, they understand their roles and responsibilities in relation to safety net repair and record-keeping.

Certification

Candidates are provided with FASET Reference Manual, a certificate of attendance and FASET Registration.

Duration

Courses start at 08:00hrs and may run all day for a maximum of 4 candidates. Lunch and refreshments are provided.

Enquire now

For more information about this course including upcoming course dates and bookings, contact our training team.

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FASET Stair Tower Course

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Learn how to install and dismantle stair tower systems

The FASET Stair Tower Course is for operatives or anyone who wants to learn how to correctly and safely install and dismantle stair tower systems.

FASET Stair Tower Course

About the course

The course starts in a classroom environment where the candidate is taken through a slide show presentation. The theory session includes technical information, legislation and the relevant standards to stair towers.

After the theory session, you are trained hands-on using LAYHER and HAKI. So at the end of the day, you will be able to plan for and install stair tower Systems to the manufacturers’ instructions. Following the practical, there will be an assessment. Your skills will be measured against a set standard. Consequently, you will, providing you pass the assessment be able to apply for the Blue CSCS card. If unsuccessful, however, you will be advised to gain additional experience. Following this, you can be re-assessed.

Location

This course is delivered at our training centre in Cheshire. We will advise on the suitability of away from the centre location if required.

Certification

Candidates will receive a certificate of attendance. Competence is proved by GSA3 Assessment.

Course duration

Courses start at 08:00am and may run all day.

For a maximum of 4 candidates per course. Lunch and drinks are provided.

Enquire now

For more information about this course including upcoming course dates and bookings, contact our training team.

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FASET Edge Protection Installer Course

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Learn how to install edge protection systems

The FASET Edge Protection course is for operatives or anyone who wishes to learn how to correctly and safely install temporary edge protection systems to BS EN 13374:2013+A1:2018.

FASET Edge Protection Installer course

Course content

  • Applications
  • BS EN 13374:2013+A1:2018
  • Components
  • Planning
  • RA/MS
  • Manual Handling Issues
  • Access
  • Drawings and information
  • Fixing to the building
  • Faults
  • Test to confirm understanding and learning
  • Practical work & training
  • FASET reference manual to take away

This course starts in a classroom environment where the candidate is taken through a slide show presentation. The theory session includes technical information, legislation and the relevant standards to edge protection.

Learning outcomes

After the theory session, you are trained hands-on using your own design. Subsequently, at the end of the day, you will be able to plan for and install temporary edge protection systems to a design. Following the practical, there will be an assessment. As a result, your skills will be measured against a set standard. Consequently, you will, providing you pass the assessment be able to apply for the Blue CSCS card. If unsuccessful, however, you will be advised to gain logged experience working with qualified colleagues. Following which you can be GSA2 assessed.

Location

This course is delivered at our training centre in Cheshire. We will advise on the suitability of away from the centre locations.

Certification

Candidates will receive a certificate of attendance valid for 5 years. Competence is proved by GSA2 Assessment. If successful, you will be able to apply for a CSCS card.

The FASET CSCS card and endorsement has a life of five years and is obtained by sitting the FASET Edge Protection Operative Training Course, undertaking supervised installation hours, building a portfolio of evidence of works carried out including video evidence, and holding a professional discussion with the assessor during which competence is judged. The number of hours required, and the level of the portfolio will depend on the individual’s experience levels and taking the GSA-2 Assessment:

  • New learners will be required to undertake around 200 hours of supervised experience following the training course and will be required to submit a portfolio of 6 jobs they have completed before being signed off.
  • Semi experienced learners will be required to submit evidence of 3 jobs prior to training. After training they will need to complete 100 hours of supervised installation and then submit a portfolio of 3 jobs they have completed.
  • Experienced installers will attend a training course. The assessor will use their professional judgement to determine if the candidate is sufficiently experienced using a number of methods, including evidence of clear practical experience during the training course along with any previous qualifications (e.g. CISRS Card). If the experience is demonstrated the candidate will provide a portfolio of 3 jobs after the course prior to being signed off.

If competence is not demonstrated, a further site assessment may be organised following a period of supervised work to gain experience with further portfolio’s being submitted in support. Course attendance does not guarantee a FASET CSCS card.

To renew a card, the individual will undertake re-training to ensure their skills are up to date, and then the GSA-2 assessment to prove theoretical knowledge and practical skills. If they are successful, they are eligible to renew their FASET CSCS card. If not, further training and practical evidence will be required, along with a further re-assessment.

Duration

Courses start at 08:00am and may run all day.

For a maximum of 4 candidates per course. Refreshments and a reference manual are provided.

Enquire now

For more information about this course including upcoming course dates and bookings, contact our training team.

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FASET Stair Tower & Edge Protection (STEP) Course

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Learn how to safely plan and manage the installation of stair towers and edge protection systems

The FASET Stair Tower & Edge Protection (STEP) Course is designed for health and safety advisers, managers and supervisors, and temporary works coordinators, designers and supervisors. You will learn about the management, planning, installation and inspection of STEP systems. It is a requirement of the Work at Height Regulations 2005, that STEP systems be inspected at regular intervals. Subsequently, duty holders responsible for controlling work at height need to be competent to select, plan for and inspect STEP systems.

FASET STEP Course

Learning outcome

Candidates will have the knowledge to plan for and manage the installation of STEP. As a result, you will understand what to expect from contractors prior to work commencing. You will have the knowledge to select appropriate STEP systems relevant to the work, identify components, faults and possible repercussions, and specify actions to mitigate risks.

Course content

  • Standards and legislation for stair towers and edge protection
  • Temporary works
  • Planning and paperwork
  • Faults and inspection of systems

For stair towers:

  • Parts of a stair tower
  • Limitations and tying in
  • Post-installation checks

For temporary edge protection:

  • BS EN 13374; Classes A, B & C
  • Components
  • Planning
  • Drawings
  • Faults and inspection of systems.
  • Post-installation checks

Certification

FASET issue a certificate of attendance which is valid for 3 years.

Course location

This course is delivered at our training centre in Cheshire. Alternatively, we can deliver on-site or at your premises but a suitable classroom is a necessity.

Courses held at our training centre include lunch and refreshments. There may be practical inspections, but PPE is not necessary. We have disabled welfare facilities should they be required.

Candidate numbers: Minimum 8 – Maximum 12.

Duration

The course starts at 08:00 until approx. 16:30.

Enquire now

For more information about this course including upcoming course dates and bookings, contact our training team.

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FASET GSA Assessment and CSCS Renewals

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The FASET GSA 1, 2, 3 or 4 (General Site Assessment) is an assessment, not a course. Designed to measure the skill of already qualified individuals looking to renew their CSCS card for a further 5 years.

FASET GSA Assessment and CSCS Renewals

When to renew your CSCS Card?

The renewal of a CSCS Card has to be completed every 5 years, prior to or within 6 months of expiry. Consequently, the candidate has to prove their continuing competence. So successful candidates will be able to apply for a new CSCS Card valid for 5 years.

FASET GSA Assessment – Safety Netting (GSA1)

The FASET GSA Assessment for Safety Net Riggers to renew their expiring CSCS card. Candidates are assessed against set criteria. Subsequently, the assessment consists of a practical and verbal exam.

The practical exam has 13 elements that the candidate is measured against. All of the elements are safety-critical. As a result, the candidate must achieve a 100% pass mark on the practical exam. The verbal exam has 15 questions all of which relate directly to safety netting works. The candidate must achieve a 15/19 grade to pass the verbal exam.

What happens if I don’t pass?

Prepare yourself for the assessment by reading up current good practice and practising your skills then you will pass. Simply turning up and hoping for the best will likely lead to a fail. If you fail, follow the procedures below:

  • Fail practical / both – Attend the FASET Riggers course (new certificate required). Re-take the GSA1 assessment.
  • Fail theory – Attend the FASET SNfM course (certificate required). Re-take the GSA1 questions.

GSA2 Assessment – Edge Protection

The FASET GSA Assessment for Edge Protection has been recinded. Renewal is by re-sitting the Edge Protection course.

GSA3 Assessment – Stair Towers 

The FASET GSA Assessment for Stair Towers has been recinded. Renewal is by re-sitting the Stair Tower course.

GSA Assessment – Platform Decking (GSA4)

The FASET GSA Assessment for Platform Installers allows installers to renew their CSCS card prior to expiry. Individuals are evaluated on set criteria. Consequently, there are verbal and practical exams that must be completed.

The practical exam has 12 elements the candidate is measured against. All of the elements are safety-critical. As a result, the candidate must achieve a 100% pass mark on the practical exam. The verbal exam has 12 questions all of which relate directly to platform decking works. The candidate must achieve a 10/12 grade to pass the verbal exam.

If I fail, what do I need to do?

  • Fail practical and/or theory – Attend the FASET Platform Installer course (new certificate required). Re-take the GSA4 assessment.

Unlike the other GSA assessments, the GSA4 is specific to the platform decking system endorsed on the back of the CSCS card. Subsequently, a card with multiple endorsements will require assessment for each system endorsed.

Assessments run for 3-4 hours and are for up to 4 candidates. 4 in a morning session and 4 in an afternoon session. The assessment is at our centre or on-site.

Candidates will receive a FASET Reference number and refreshments.

Enquire now

For more information about this course including upcoming course dates and bookings, contact our training team.

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FASET Decking Installer Course

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Learn how to install platform decking systems

Platform decking systems are becoming the most popular way of dealing with height safety issues for those carrying out work activities in high fall risk areas, typically roofers and flooring contractors. They provide fall prevention and a safe working platform, therefore enabling the end user to work in complete safety without the risk of falling from height.

FASET Platform Installer Course is designed for operatives. Although it would suit anyone who wishes to learn how to install platform decking.

This FASET course covers the planning, installation and practical issues surrounding the correct use of platform decking on site.

FASET Platform Installer Course

Course Contents

  • Standards and legislation
  • Platform Decking Systems available 
  • How a system works 
  • Parts of a Platform Decking System 
  • Faults • Positioning Limits & Loadings 
  • Planning 
  • Installation
  • Inspection & Hand Over 
  • Dismantle Method • What’s Wrong? 
  • Inspection Routine/Care and Storage 
  • Examination/Quarantine • Test to confirm understanding and learning 
  • Practical + GSA4 Assessment (If applicable) 
  • FASET Registration + System Specific MIM to take away

Learning outcome

The course starts in a classroom environment. The theory session includes technical information, legislation and the relevant standards to platform decking. Following the presentation, you are trained hands-on with the G&M Safe Deck system. Consequently, you will be able to plan for and install platform decking using the manufacturer’s instruction manual. Therefore, you will understand their limitations and industry good practice.

Following the practical, you will be GSA4 assessed. Your skills will be measured against a set standard. Consequently, you will, providing you pass the assessment be able to apply for the Blue CSCS card. If unsuccessful, you will be advised to gain additional experience. Following this, you can be re-assessed.

Location

The course is delivered at our training centre in Cheshire. We will advise on the suitability of away from the centre locations.

Certification

Candidates will receive a certificate of attendance. With successful completion of the test, FASET issue a certificate valid for 5 years.

Duration

Typical timings; 08:00-15:30 -may run all day. Candidate numbers; Minimum 2, Maximum 6. Lunch and drinks are also provided.

Enquire now

For more information about this course including upcoming course dates and bookings, contact our training team.

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We chose G&M Safe Deck over other systems because their testing and manufacturing quality is excellent, moreover we can build our scaffolding through the decking, this unique feature was a massive factor in choosing the G&M Safe Deck System.
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Gavin Smith
Director
M R Scaffolding & M R Safe Deck
G&M Safe Deck provided our CSCS carded training. They are flexible and fit in with my programme. This has enabled us to grow the Safe Deck business. The CSCS card scheme is well established and trusted by principal contractors.
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FASET Platform Decking Managers Course

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The FASET Platform Decking Managers Course is for site managers. Understanding the limitations of individual systems is key to managing the decking systems on-site. Consequently, it will enable site managers to inspect platform decking systems and manage their use on-site.

FASET Platform Decking Managers Course

Course contents

  • FASET and qualification route
  • Standards
  • Legislation
  • Platform decking systems available
  • Manufacturer’s Instruction Manual (MIM)
  • How a system works
  • Parts of a platform decking system
  • Positioning limits and loadings
  • What’s wrong?
  • Inspection routine
  • Care and storage
  • Examination and quarantine
  • Test to confirm understanding and learning
  • System Specific MIM to take away 

Who should attend?

The course is designed for site/project managers and supervisors, health and safety professionals, principal designers, temporary works coordinators, supervisors and designers, and anybody else who requires a working knowledge of platform decking systems.

What will I learn?

The course takes place in a classroom environment. Candidates are taken through a slide show presentation that includes technical information. Also covered is legislation, standards and the theory behind the installation process. As a result, you will be able to plan for and manage platform decking systems and inspect a system working to the manufacturers’ instruction manual. Consequently, you will understand their limitations and industry good practice, identify faults, resultant issues and remedial solutions.

Location

This course is delivered at our training centre in Cheshire. We can deliver the course at your location. However, we will advise on the suitability of away from the centre locations.

Certification

Candidates will receive a certificate of attendance which is valid for 3 years.

Duration & Details

Timings typically 09:00-14:30 but may run all day. Candidate numbers: Minimum 8, Maximum 15. Courses held at our Training Centre include Lunch and refreshments, we also have disabled welfare facilities. There may be practical demonstrations, but no site PPE is required.

Enquire now

For more information about this course including upcoming course dates and bookings, contact our training team.

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