Working at Height Training – October

17/10/2025

260

09:00- 17:00

Target Audience

This training is designed for anyone performing work at height. According to Greek legislation, workers at height must receive appropriate theoretical and practical training to safely carry out their tasks, use the appropriate protective equipment, and follow rescue procedures. The legislation also mandates that such training must be repeated at regular intervals.

Training Purpose

The purpose of the training is to enable workers to work safely against fall risks on portable ladders, scaffolds, mobile work platforms, unprotected edges, etc., and to be able to rescue a colleague in an emergency situation (as required by law).

Training Objectives

After completing the training, participants will be able to:

Understand the risks of working at height and be motivated to protect themselves and their colleagues by applying the safe practices taught.
Be familiar with the relevant legislation on work at height.
Know how to prepare a work-at-height task to minimize accident risks and enhance work efficiency.
Identify the necessary equipment, its proper use, and maintenance.
Recognize the dangers of a fall from height, learn how to prevent and respond to such incidents.
Competently and effectively use work and rescue equipment to assist a colleague in need.

Training Method

Face-to-face training conducted at GEP’s specially designed facilities, which meet the specifications of the British Standard BS8454 (Code of Practice for the Delivery of Working at Height and Rescue Training) and Greek Legislation. The course includes both theoretical and practical training on safe working at height and rescue procedures.
Maximum trainee-to-instructor ratio: 6:1.

Training Equipment

All necessary training equipment is provided by GEP. If participants have their own equipment, its use during the training is encouraged.

Participation Requirements

Participants must not suffer from any medical condition that could hinder the safe execution of the training, such as cardiovascular diseases, epilepsy, vertigo, acrophobia, dizziness, balance disorders, mobility issues, substance or alcohol dependency, mental health disorders, diabetes, or communicable diseases.

Assessment

Practical evaluations during the training, as well as a written test consisting of 20 multiple-choice questions.

Date & Time

17/10/2025, 09:00- 17:00

Certification

Upon completion of the training, participants receive a technical training manual and a Certificate of Competence valid for 3 years. If trainees do not apply the safe working at height and colleague rescue techniques within a 6-month period, refresher training becomes mandatory. For legal compliance, all supporting documentation related to the training is archived.