IOSH Fall Protection Equipment Inspection Training
Statutory inspection of personal fall protection equipment is a legal requirement and an inspector who cannot reliably identify a failing component puts lives at risk. This IOSH-accredited course gives delegates the knowledge and practical skills to inspect fall arrest, work positioning and personal suspension equipment correctly, identify faults, maintain inspection records and carry out controlled disposal. On successful completion, delegates receive a certificate of competency valid for three years.
• Duty holder responsibilities
The responsibilities of duty holders in relation to the statutory inspection of personal fall protection equipment, including who is required to carry out inspections, at what frequency and under what circumstances.
• Inspection legislation
The legislative framework governing PFPE inspection, including the Work at Height Regulations 2005, PUWER, LOLER and the Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations, and what each requires of those responsible for equipment inspection.
• Marking and documentation
How to mark inspected equipment correctly and produce accurate inspection records in line with legislative requirements, including what information must be recorded and how long records must be retained.
• Inspection procedures
How to carry out a formal inspection of harnesses, helmets, fall arrest lanyards and work positioning lanyards, including the systematic checks required to assess the condition of each component.
• Fault diagnosis
How to identify faults, damage and wear in personal fall protection equipment, and the decisions required when a fault is found, including removing equipment from service and escalating for further assessment.
• Controlled disposal
How to carry out the controlled disposal of PFPE that has failed inspection or reached the end of its service life, including the steps required to prevent condemned equipment from re-entering service.
• Assessment
Practical inspection exercises and knowledge checks evaluated by the course instructor.
Course combining classroom instruction with hands-on practical inspection exercises across a range of personal fall protection equipment types.
Personnel responsible for the statutory inspection of personal fall protection equipment, including harnesses, helmets, fall arrest lanyards and work positioning lanyards.
Delegates should have experience in personal fall protection equipment (PFPE) and must be physically capable of handling PFPE safely.
| Location | Date | Duration | Time | Places | Price (Ex-VAT) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stafford | 06/07/26 - 08/07/26 | 3 days | 08:00 - 15:30 | 6/10 | From £490.00* | |
| Stafford | 07/09/26 - 09/09/26 | 3 days | 08:00 - 15:30 | 7/10 | From £490.00* | |
| Bracknell | 15/09/26 - 17/09/26 | 3 days | 08:00 - 15:30 | 10/10 | From £490.00* | |
| Stafford | 09/11/26 - 11/11/26 | 3 days | 09:00 - 16:30 | 8/10 | From £490.00* |
*The advertised price is for Arco certification. If you choose to select the certification by an awarding body, such as City & Guilds or EUSR for example, then additional charges will apply. The total price for the option you select will be confirmed to you before booking and before any payment is taken.