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WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?

For workers that are involved with working aloft, either from an aerial lift (bucket truck) or pole.

Our Pole Top/Bucket Truck Rescue course is comprised of a theory portion and practical training.

THEORY:

WORKING SAFELY
- Personal Protective Equipment Requirements
- Safe Work Procedures
- Climbing Gear Inspection & Maintenance
POLE TOP RESCUE
- Preparation
- Procedures
- Review & Comparison of Traditional vs Modern Pole Top Rescue Procedures
- First Aid
CLIMBING TECHNIQUES
- Climber Sharpening Techniques
- Climbing Ergonomics
- Climbing Techniques
- Climbing Equipment
- Steel and Wood Poles
- Testing of Pole Stability
ROPES / KNOTS
- Review of Types of Ropes/Knots
- Strengths of Ropes
- Calculating Safe Work Loads
- Practice Tying Basic/Common Knots
ELECTRICAL SAFETY AWARENESS
- Identifying Energized Lines & Equipment
- Review Worker Limits of Approach Requirements
- Distance Measuring Techniques/Equipment
- Use of Aerial Equipment

PRACTICAL:

Course Duration: 2 Days

Course Cost: $2200.00 + GST per day

Prerequisite: none

PPE Required: Each participant must have their own climbing gear, with a fall restrict belt for min. 10 feet. They must also have:

Hard hat
Long sleeve shirt
Gloves
Steel-toed work boots (suitable for pole climbing, if practicing pole top rescue)

Location: Training site to be provided by the client and be equipped with suitable poles or bucket truck for practical.

Please contact us to schedule.

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