What is Working at Heights Training?
Working at Heights Training is a safety course that teaches workers how to identify fall risks and use fall protection systems correctly. and covers safe practices for ladders, scaffolds, roof work, harness use, anchor points, and emergency planning. This training is essential for anyone working in construction, maintenance, or any job where falls may occur.
Our Working at Heights Training is designed to meet safety requirements and provide a clear, practical understanding of working at heights procedures. Our WAH training is a blended course of online learning and onsite practical training.
- Online E-Learning + Onsite Practical Training
- Certification Card and Documents Provided Upon Completion
- Suitable for Individuals and Companies
Who Needs This Training?
Working at Heights Training is recommended for anyone working at over 3 meters (10 feet), including but not limited to:
- Construction and renovation workers
- Roofers and installers
- Maintenance technicians
- Warehouse and logistics workers
- Supervisors and site managers
- Employers responsible for workplace safety compliance
Working at Heights certification needs to be renewed every 2 years through a 4 hour in person refresher course.
Working at Heights Course Options
Working at Heights Blended Full Certification
A two part course recommended for professionals that work at over 3 meters (10 feet)
$165.00
$135.00
- 3.5 Hours Self-Paced E-Learning
- 4 Hours In-Class Practical
- Digital Copy of Participant Manual
- Receive your QR coded certification card same day
Working at Heights Blended Refresher
To maintain WAH certification, refresher training is required within 3 years of receiving initial/last certification.
$125.00
$115.00
- 4 Hours In-Class Practical
- Access to WAH Refresher Course Content
- Physical Copy of Participant Manual
- QR Coded certificate upon successful completion of course
What Working at Heights
Training Covers
WAH Certification Part 1: E-Learning
- Course objectives
- Potential Hazards for Working at Heights
- Health and Safety Law in Ontario
- Roles and responsibilities and reporting hazards
- Hazard recognition and the hierarchy of controls
- Ladders and similar equipment (Theory)
WAH Certification Part 2: In-Person
- Ladders and similar equipment (practical)
- Fall prevention and protection
- Legislative Requirements
- Personal Protective Equipment and limitations
- Anchors
- Rescue planning
WAH Certification Refresher
- Updates to any
- Ladders and similar equipment (Practical)
- Fall prevention and protection
- Legislative Requirements
- Personal Protective Equipment and limitations
- Anchors
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Working at Heights training take?
Working at Heights comprises of a 3.5 hour online e-learning portion and a 4 hour in-class practical portion.
Is Working at Heights certification mandatory?
Requirements depend on your job role and local safety regulations, but it is strongly recommended for anyone working above 3 meters (10 ft). Workers in the construction, roofing, maintenance and other similar industries often require certification.
Can I complete Working at Heights training online?
Online training is a portion of the Working at Heights certification process, however an in-class practical portion is also required.
How long is the certification valid?
WAH Certification needs to be renewed every 2 years. Refresher courses to renew certification only require one 4 hour in-class course instead of the blended 2 portion training sessions.
Do companies get onsite training?
Yes, we offer onsite group training for larger teams and can help coordinate regular training sessions as part of a company safety program.
How do I book the course?
You can enroll online or contact us to schedule training.
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