Working at Heights Training – Course Overview
The GQA Level 2 Award in Working at Height – Principles and Practice is designed to give learners the essential knowledge needed to work safely at height across a range of industries.
Whether you’re starting out in construction, maintenance, or site management, this working at heights certificate provides you with a solid understanding of the key safety practices and legal responsibilities.
This working at heights training is a great step towards qualifying for your Blue CSCS Skilled Worker Card, showing employers you have the competence to work safely and professionally at height.
- Comprehensive training in the principles and safe practices of working at height.
- Online learning options for maximum flexibility around your schedule.
- Qualification to support your CSCS Blue Card application, demonstrating industry-recognised competence.
- Practical and real-world knowledge, directly relevant to everyday working environments.
- Individuals who regularly work at height in construction, building maintenance, installation, or site operations.
- New starters looking to gain recognised working at height qualifications to access better job opportunities.
- Employers wanting to upskill their teams and ensure workplace safety compliance.
Working at Height – Principles and Practice
There is only one mandatory unit on this working at heights training course, which focuses on:
- Legal requirements and responsibilities.
- Common hazards associated with working at height.
- Proper selection and use of equipment such as ladders, scaffolds, and mobile access platforms.
- Risk assessment, safe systems of work, and emergency procedures.
- Course Length: This course can typically be completed in a short timeframe, depending on individual pace and availability.
- Study Modes: Flexible online learning.
- Weekly Time Commitment: Adaptable to fit around your schedule – ideal for those balancing work and study.
This can be supplemented by the following types of physical or documentary evidence:
- Damage and defect reports
- Equipment used
- Inspection reports
- Notes and memos
- Audio/photographic/video
- Safety records
- Organisational reporting systems
Key affiliations include:
- GQA Qualifications: Setting the benchmark for quality in construction and health and safety training.
- CITB (Construction Industry Training Board): Supporting industry-leading practices and funding opportunities.
- Construction Operative
- Roofer
- Scaffolder
- Maintenance Technician
- Site Labourer
Completing the GQA Level 2 Award in Working at Height – Principles and Practice opens up new pathways in the construction industry. Graduates are well placed to take on roles that require safe working at height, and may choose to progress to further qualifications, such as:
- Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Formwork – ideal for those involved in creating temporary structures for building work at height.
- Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations – for individuals installing external cladding systems on tall buildings.
- Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – suited to those operating machinery such as MEWPs or telehandlers on site.
- Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Steel Fixing Occupations – for workers handling steel reinforcement on construction sites.
- Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations – perfect for advancing into roofing, which requires safe practices at height.
Each of these qualifications builds on your knowledge of working safely at height and can help you take the next step towards a successful and rewarding career.
Contact us on 0161 706 1401 or complete our online enquiry form to find out more and enrol.