PASMA Combined Low-Level Access & Towers for Users Course

Overview

The PASMA Combined Low-Level Access & Towers for Users course is a comprehensive training program designed for individuals who require the skills and knowledge to safely use both low-level access equipment and mobile access towers. This course offers a unique opportunity to gain dual qualifications, covering the safe assembly, use, and dismantling of low-level access platforms as well as full-height mobile access towers.

Participants will be trained in the essential safety procedures, risk assessments, and operational techniques needed to work effectively and securely at height, with a focus on preventing accidents and promoting safe work practices. Whether you’re using low-level platforms or mobile access towers, this course ensures you have the competence to perform your tasks safely and in compliance with industry standards.

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for anyone who works at height and needs to use both low-level access platforms and mobile access towers, including:

• Construction workers and tradespeople who need to access both low and higher levels
• Maintenance and repair personnel working on tasks such as inspections, installations, or cleaning
• Facility managers, cleaners, and inspectors who need to work at height in a variety of environments
• Supervisors and managers responsible for overseeing work at height and ensuring safety compliance
• Health and safety professionals seeking to deepen their knowledge of working at height

This course is suitable for both individuals who are new to working at height and those seeking to refresh or expand their qualifications.

What You’ll Learn

Throughout the PASMA Combined Low-Level Access & Towers for Users course, you will cover a range of topics designed to enhance your safety, knowledge, and practical skills:

• Introduction to Low-Level Access and Mobile Access Towers: Understanding the differences between low-level access platforms and full-height mobile access towers, as well as when and where each should be used.
• Legal and Regulatory Compliance: Overview of health and safety regulations, including the Work at Height Regulations (UK) and PASMA standards, covering both low-level access and mobile tower use.
• Risk Assessment and Safety Planning: How to conduct thorough risk assessments before using any access equipment, identifying potential hazards, and implementing control measures to minimise risks.
• Low-Level Access Platforms: Safe assembly, use, and dismantling of low-level access platforms, such as podium steps and mobile scaffold systems, with emphasis on safe working practices and inspections.
• Mobile Access Towers: Detailed guidance on the safe assembly, use, and dismantling of mobile access towers, including securing the tower, inspecting components, and ensuring stability during use.
• Workplace Safety: Techniques for working safely at height, such as maintaining three points of contact, and managing tools and materials while on the platform.
• Pre-use Inspections and Maintenance: The importance of inspecting both low-level access platforms and mobile access towers for defects before use, including a step-by-step guide to daily checks.
• Emergency Procedures: What to do in case of an emergency, such as tower collapse or worker fall, and how to follow safe evacuation and incident response procedures.
• Moreover, this combined course ensures that you are trained in both low-level and higher-level access equipment, providing a broad skill set that can be applied across various job sites.

Certification & Assessment

Upon successful completion of the PASMA Combined Low-Level Access & Towers for Users course, participants will receive:

• PASMA Combined Low-Level Access & Towers for Users Certificate
• PASMA Photo ID Card, which confirms the individual is competent to use both low-level access platforms and mobile access towers safely and in compliance with PASMA standards.

Assessment: The course includes both theoretical and practical assessments:
Written Exam: A multiple-choice exam covering safety regulations, risk assessments, and the proper use of both low-level and mobile access equipment.

Practical Assessment: Participants will demonstrate their ability to safely assemble, use, and dismantle both low-level access platforms and mobile access towers. They will also show their competency in performing safety checks before use and using the equipment in a safe manner.

Validity: The PASMA certification is valid for 5 years. After this period, a revalidation course should be completed to maintain certification.

The PASMA Combined Low-Level Access & Towers for Users course offers a complete solution for anyone working at height, providing comprehensive training on the safe use of both low-level access platforms and full-height mobile access towers. By completing this course, you will gain the knowledge, practical experience, and certification needed to work safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with industry standards. This course not only boosts your professional qualifications but also helps ensure a safer working environment for you and your colleagues.

Maximum Candidates

Maximum of 8 candidates

Duration

1 Day

Price

£190 + VAT / person