Work at Height Training: Supervisor - RSTC-401

This work at height supervisor training is designed for those responsible for planning, supervising or managing work at height activities, without necessarily carrying out the work themselves.

The course focuses on understanding legal duties, recognising work at height activities, and ensuring that safe systems of work are in place and followed.

Why Work at Height Supervisor Training Is Important

Many working at height incidents occur not because of equipment failure, but due to:

  • Poor planning
  • Inadequate supervision
  • Unsuitable risk assessments
  • Lack of understanding of legal responsibilities

Under the Work at Height Regulations 2005, employers must ensure that work at height is properly planned and supervised by competent persons. This course ensures supervisors and managers understand what “good work at height management” looks like in practice.

Who Should Attend

  • Supervisors overseeing working at height tasks
  • Managers responsible for height safety
  • Health & Safety professionals
  • Anyone approving risk assessments or methods of work

What You'll Learn

Delegates will gain an understanding of:

Legal & Corporate Responsibilities

  • Work at Height Regulations and associated guidance
  • Duties placed on employers, supervisors and workers
  • Company policies and procedures for work at height

Planning & Risk Management

  • Recognition of work at height activities
  • Application of the hierarchy of control
  • Reviewing risk assessments and safe systems of work
  • Understanding rescue planning requirements

Equipment & Inspection Oversight

  • Overview of fall protection equipment types
  • Inspection regimes and statutory requirements
  • Monitoring compliance and identifying unsafe practices

Documentation & Monitoring

  • Developing and reviewing inspection records
  • Fault identification and reporting
  • Supervising work activities and intervening when required

Assessment

Assessment will be carried out via a written exam

Course Details

  • Course Code: RSTC-401
  • Duration: 1 Day
  • Certification: Reece Safety in-house certificate
  • Revalidation: Every 3 years

Course Delivery Options

Training can be delivered via:

  • One of our training facilities in Elland, West Yorkshire or Bury, Lancashire
  • On site across the UK (subject to site assessment)
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