Manage Work At Height
FOR WHOM
The “Manage Work At Height” is designed to meet the minimum standards for work at height training for supervisors, assessors and managers in Singapore, as recommended in the WSH (WAH) Regulations 2013 and the Approved Code of Practice for Working Safely at Height (2011).
They are required to attend a 2.5-day course (20.5 hours: 15.5 hours of facilitated learning, including 6 hours of practical training, and 5 hours of assessment).
OVERVIEW
The Generic Manufacturing Skills (GMS) WSQ framework aims to raise the professionalism of the workforce. This Competency Unit aims to equip the knowledge and skills in planning, supervising, assessing and managing of work at height.
COMPETENCY CODE
WPH-GMS-3309-1.1
OBJECTIVE
By the end of the course, learners should be competently trained with the knowledge and application skills to manage work at height to meet WSH legislative requirements.
THEORY & PRACTICAL
This Competency Unit (CU) covers the Performance Statements (PS) as listed below:
- PS1. Identify, explain and apply the relevant Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) legislation/Approved Code of Practice/Singapore Standards applicable to work at height
- PS2. Identify and explain the Roles & Responsibilities of stakeholders, competent and responsible persons.
- PS3. Identify hazards, evaluate the risk, and implement control measures for work at height
- PS4. Review the necessary fall preventive / protective control measures for safe execution of work at height
- PS5. Establish, evaluate, review and implement a Fall Prevention Plan
- PS6. Establish and implement a system for an effective monitoring and control of work at height risks
- PS7. Don, check and correct Individual Fall Protection Equipment and respond to a fall emergency
RELATED COURSES
^ENTRY REQUIREMENTS / *ASSUMED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
^At least 18 years of age
^Singaporeans, Permanent Residents or Holders of valid employment pass / work permit
*Employability Skills System (ESS) Workplace Literacy and Numeracy (WPLN) Level 4 and above, or equivalent
*Be physically and mentally fit for the training, without any handicaps
Note :
- Proof of highest education certificate is recommended
- Those 70 years and above must produce a medical certificate of physical fitness
SPONSORSHIP
This course is eligible for SWDA Course Fee Funding & SFC (SkillsFuture Credit). For course funding details, please refer to MySkillsFuture.
| Duration: | 2.5 days (20.5 Hours) |
| Time: | 8.00am – 6.00pm |
| Course Fee: | $350 + GST per learner |
| Venue: | THT Academy Pte Ltd 2 Woodlands Sector 1, #01-03 Woodlands Spectrum 1, Singapore 738068 |
| Medium: | English |
CERTIFICATION
*Statement of Attainment (SOA) will be awarded under the Singapore Workforce Qualifications (WSQ) Framework to the learners upon completion of the course in English medium only.
SAFETY ATTIRES
Learners are required to wear their safety helmet & shoes/boots for the practical lessons.
| Course Duration 2.5 days (20.5 Hours) |
Time 8.00am – 6.00pm |
| Venue THT Academy Pte Ltd 2 Woodlands Sector 1, #01-03 Woodlands Spectrum 1, Singapore 738068 |
Language English |
Frequently asked questions
Is training required for work-at-height supervisors?
Yes. MOM lists Manage Work-At-Height under regulations 7 and 20 of the WSH (Work at Heights) Regulations, for employees who supervise workers carrying out work at height.
Who is this course for?
Supervisors, assessors and managers of work at height. MOM lists this course as training for work-at-height supervisors and for people appointed as authorised managers or WAH safety assessors under the permit-to-work system.
What will I learn?
WSH laws and codes of practice for work at height, roles and responsibilities, risk assessment and control, fall prevention plans, monitoring work-at-height risks, and responding to a fall emergency.
How long is the course?
2.5 days (20.5 hours), 8.00am to 6.00pm, at THT Academy, Woodlands Spectrum 1, 2 Woodlands Sector 1, #01-03, Singapore 738068.
How much does it cost, and is it funded?
$350 + GST per learner before funding. There is currently a promotion on this course for weekday classes (non-funded participants only). See the promotional price at the top of this page. The course is taught in English. It is eligible for SWDA Course Fee Funding and SkillsFuture Credit for eligible learners. See this course on MySkillsFuture for your fee after funding.
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