Introduction

Working at any height can pose a danger to the operator and those working around them and low-level access platforms are no exception, despite their smaller stature. Classed as platforms under 2.5 metres, low-level access applies to:

• Hop-up work platforms
• Industrial podium steps
• Multi-purpose ladders
• Step ladders

This PASMA Low-Level Access certification delivers a thorough understanding of the relevant operational and safety requirements of working with access equipment. It is specifically aimed at Plant Operators who work with manufactured low-level units below 2.5 metres in height.

Course Outline

With a mix of practical and theory-based exercises and tutorials, delegates will cover manufacturer information and general knowledge of low-level access equipment and participate in practical activities to recognise best practices and operating methods.

The course reflects national standards and industry best practices and is fully accredited in line with PASMA. In addition, choose to learn with Citrus, and delegates benefit from our custom-built training facilities and customer-first approach.

Our occupationally and technically-experienced trainers coach delegates on this course, completing the session with a practical observation and multiple-choice question paper. Delegates must achieve 80% or above in both the theory and practical assessment in order to successfully pass the training course.

Course Programme

This training is essential for workers to safely work with Low-Level Access equipment. Delegates will review legal requirements, ensure safety compliance, and understand procedures, appropriate documentation and classifications.

The course content includes:

• Work at height responsibilities for employers, employees and suppliers
• Standards affecting the manufacturer and use of Mobile Access Towers and low-level access equipment
• Where to find crucial safety information
• When it is and isn’t safe to use Mobile Access Towers and low-level access equipment
• All pre-use component checks and post-assembly inspections
• Assembling and dismantling Mobile Access Towers and low-level access equipment using 3T and AGR methods
• Good practice using Mobile Access Towers and low-level access equipment
• Moving Mobile Access Towers and low-level access equipment safely
• Identifying hazards and how to rectify them
• Tactics to avoid personal health hazards

On Completion

At the end of the training, successful delegates will:

• Have excellent knowledge of health and safety legislation
• Know the PASMA Code of Practice relevant to them
• Be confident carrying out assembly, altering and dismantling activities on low-level access units
• Carry out all operations to learned best practices
• Understand and use appropriate documentation

On successfully completing the course, delegates receive a photocard and PASMA certificate, valid for five years. A course content and notes booklet and a current Code of Practice booklet will also be issued to all delegates who attend this half-day course.

Who Should Attend?

This PASMA Combined Low-Level Access course is for anyone working with manufactured low-level units below 2.5 metres high. Delegates do not need experience working with low-level units but will benefit from having a basic understanding of potential issues while working at a height. 

Course Duration

This comprehensive half-day training prepares delegates to safely and responsibly work with low-level access equipment. The training options vary to accommodate novices and seasoned delegates alike.

Why Citrus?

We dedicate our efforts to unrivalled quality and the customer experience at Citrus Training, providing exemplary service to our clients and producing excellent results from our delegates. As a result, we are the leading UK-based provider of health, safety, and technical training and assessment services to the Built Environment and Utility sectors. 

We work directly with PASMA to ensure we are always at the forefront of the industry and provide a range of practical solutions to high-risk, high-harm environments such as Working At Heights. As the awarding body, PASMA’s professional advice, combined with our in-house expertise, means we can give hyper-detailed content on everything delegates need to know, including PPE and equipment, inspections, and servicing. 

Train with Citrus and delegates benefit from our in-house and employed Working at Heights specialist trainers, offering the very best training standards, consistency, and quality. Our professional, highly qualified instructors deliver all aspects of the course and guarantee a successful, exclusive and inclusive learning experience. 

Employers and delegates can choose from a range of dedicated courses to suit customer-specific requirements, locations, and dates. As a result, we’ve successfully delivered training for over 20,000 delegates across the Working at Heights training category.

Things You Need to Know

The training has practical elements, so delegates must inform their trainer if they have any serious health issues, physical problems, special considerations or are taking any medication, which may create difficulties in any elements of this course. In addition, delegates should also bring suitable PPE on the day of training, for example; safety helmets, safety shoes or boots, hi-vis and gloves. 

For training held at your location, please ensure that the classroom you make available has a 240v power supply and is a suitable size for the number of delegates attending. In addition, please ensure that the practical area has been risk-assessed, is free from harm, and is ideal for training.