Civil Engineering | Construction
Working at Height Orientation
Virtual industry taster
Participate in an immersive 360-degree mixed reality virtual industry taster focused on Working at Height Orientation. This experience places you in a realistic, elevated work environment where you’ll learn crucial safety techniques for performing tasks at various heights. Through this familiarisation experience, you’ll gain hands-on experience in navigating the challenges of working above ground, from securing your footing on scaffolding to safely operating at height on ladders and platforms.
You’ll also delve into the proper use of safety equipment, such as harnesses and guardrails, ensuring that you understand how to protect yourself and others in these high-risk situations. Additionally, the experience will guide you through the key safety standards and regulations that govern working at heights, ensuring that you are fully compliant and prepared to adhere to best practices in any elevated work setting. Whether you’re new to working at heights or seeking to refine your safety skills, this virtual taster offers an invaluable opportunity to build your confidence and competence in maintaining safety while working at elevated levels.
Resources:
- Construction curriculum resource
- Engineering curriculum resources
- T-level resources
- Virtual industry taster
- Work experience
Sectors:
- Civil Engineering
- Construction
Duration:
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Learning outcomes:
● Understanding Safety Techniques for Working at Heights: Learners will be able to describe and apply crucial safety techniques for performing tasks at various heights, including how to secure footing on scaffolding, ladders, and platforms.
● Proper Use of Safety Equipment: Learners will gain hands-on knowledge of how to correctly use safety equipment such as harnesses and guardrails, ensuring they can protect themselves and others while working in elevated environments.
● Adhering to Safety Standards and Regulations: Learners will understand the key safety standards and regulations governing work at heights, ensuring they are fully prepared to comply with best practices and maintain safety in any elevated work setting.
