Course Dates

This course only occurs as a private course booking and does not run on a public course basis.

This training is in a workshop and discussion format to share existing knowledge about the safe use of stilts with the other attendees.

This course is prepared based on information from the following sources.

• H.S.A information (Safe System of Work Plan forms)
• H.S.E (UK) information.
• NSW Work Cover Fact Sheet
• Review of Manufacturers instruction sheets

This program would include information such as:

• Background to using stilts
• What surfaces are suitable for using stilts
• Work Environment & Layout
• Conditions of the work area
• Choosing proper stilts
• Maintenance & assembly of your stilts,
• How to use stilts safely- sitting for applying, handrail/ prop to help standing up
• Work platform for the plaster/ material
• Most common accidents when using stilts
• Checklist pre work start
• Is the site ‘plaster ready’?
• Is the task stilt suitable?
• Other equipment as required.
• Other information; Electrical power, fuels, storage, PPE requirements & so on.

Course Aim

To ensure all persons using stilts are aware of the following:

• Legal requirements
• Hazards / Consequences
• How to carry out a Risk Assessment prior to use
• How to inspect the stilts prior to use.

Duration

3-4 hour duration at your premises or out on site in a suitable training room.

No. of Participants:  8 no.