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Fall Protection (Alberta)

The Fall Protection (Alberta) course is designed to guide you in the proficient use of fall protection gear and to prepare for potential falls.

COURSE OVERVIEW

Falling incidents are a significant contributor to workplace injuries in Alberta. However, the effective implementation of fall protection can greatly reduce the risk of fall-related accidents and injuries. The Fall Protection (Alberta) course provides comprehensive guidance on the proficient use of fall protection gear and preparing for potential falls.

COURSE TOPICS

The Fall Protection (Alberta) course includes the following subjects:

Identifying fall hazards
Understanding different fall protection systems and their uses
The legislative significance of fall protection
Selecting appropriate anchors
The role and functionality of full body harnesses
The five categories of full body harnesses
Standards for connecting hardware
Different connecting devices and their applications
The role and functionality of shock absorbers
The risks associated with misuse of fall protection system components
Understanding maximum arrest force
Calculating free fall distance and clearance
Essential inspection and maintenance requirements
How to properly wear a full body harness
Basic requirements for fall protection plans, rescue planning, and preventing suspension trauma

ONLINE COURSE DURATION

Estimated 3 hours

PASS MARK

To pass this course, you need to score a minimum of 70% on each chapter. You can repeat each chapter as many times as needed to achieve the pass mark.

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

Upon successful completion of this online course, a certificate of completion will be available for download and printing. Please note that, in some jurisdictions, additional practical evaluation on equipment may be required to ensure regulatory compliance.

GOLD SEAL CERTIFICATION CREDITS

This course qualifies for Gold Seal Certification Credits from the Canadian Construction Association:

Value 2 Credits

For additional details on the Canadian Construction Association program, please visit: https://www.cca-acc.com/gold-seal/accreditation-program/accredited-training/.

COURSE PREVIEW