Fall Arrest & Working at Heights Compliance
Fall arrest training certification for working at heights on Scissor Lifts can be completed through our online safety training or via onsite instructor-led classes. Valid for Canada and the United States, our program meets strict OSHA training mandates and Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) requirements.
Employers in North America must provide fall protection training to workers exposed to the risk of falling. This certification instructs trainees on how to properly don fall protection equipment, connect to anchor points, and maintain harnesses. Proper certification ensures your team knows the rules and regulations when working on elevated platforms, supporting a strong, accident-free safety system.
Defining Fall Arrest Systems
Fall arrest systems are vital for keeping operators safe when using an aerial work platform or Scissor Lift. These systems prevent serious injuries by arresting a fall before impact. Protection systems include a full-body harness, a shock-absorbing lanyard, and a secure anchorage point.
An effective system relies on inspection and proper use of all components. Anchorage points must be secure, harnesses must fit perfectly, and connectors must be reliable. For more detailed regulatory information, review our guide on Fall Protection PPE Compliance.
Who Should Take This Course?
Scissor Lift Operators
Boom Lift Operators
Safety Supervisors
Maintenance Staff
Core Modules: Fall Protection Expertise
Harness Inspection
Learn to identify defects, wear limits, and properly fit full-body harnesses and lifelines (PFAS).
Fall Dynamics
Calculate required fall clearances, analyze swing hazards, and understand the physical forces of a fall.
Rigging & Anchors
Identify appropriate anchor points (minimum 5,000 lbs.) and understand safe aerial lift rigging.
WAH Certification: Frequently Asked Questions
$80.00
Online Enrollment / Trainee
Course Overview
- Employer/Worker regulations.
- Fall arrest physics & capacity limits.
- Pre-use harness inspection.
- Connection to anchor points.
- Practical: Donning & fitting harness.
- Proper equipment storage.