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SA001 OVERHEAD SAFETY
FULL COURSE DETAILS
Overhead Safety is a qualification from Smart Awards. The course provides candidates with essential knowledge and understanding of how to identify hazards and risks when accessing the overhead network. Candidates will learn about the potential risks involved in working safely on ladders and wooden poles in a telecommunications environment.
The course covers 3 modules:
Ladder safety.
Pole checking and climbing.
Joint user poles.
Candidates will learn about the different types of ladders and poles, how to inspect them for safety, and the correct techniques for climbing and working on them. They will also learn about the hazards associated with working overhead, such as falls, electric shock, and live wires.
The SA001 qualification is aimed at anyone who works within the external overhead telecoms infrastructure, such as telecommunications engineers, and aerial installers. The SA001 qualification is valid for three years. After this time, learners must complete a refresher course to maintain their qualification.
Prerequisites
This course requires individuals to complete a multiple-choice theory test as well as practical exercises using overhead pole climbing equipment, ladders and safety harness. There are no formal entry requirements and Locktel Academy will not restrict access on the grounds of prior academic attainment, age, employment, or any other
grounds, thereby promoting equality. It is expected that learners will have a level of literacy adequate to cope with the theory assessment.
Personal Protective Equipment (Mandatory)
Safety Boots (with a well-defined heel for climbing poles).
Safety Helmet (with 4-point chin strap).
Hi-Visibility Vest – Long Sleeve.
Appropriate Gloves.
Clothing suitable for inclement weather (Advised).
Eye Shields.
Location
Locktel Academy
1C Simpson Parkway
Kirkton Campus
Livingston
EH54 7BH
Parking
For parking arrangements at Unit 10 Simpson Pkwy, Kirkton Campus, Livingston EH54 7BH, please use the car park next to the Motorcycle Centre and avoid parking next to CVS or Wolfpack Gym
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