Fall Arrest Training in Durban
Accredited | SAQA US 229998 | - 1 Day Accredited Course
Working at height requires more than simply wearing a harness — it requires the knowledge and practical ability to use the equipment correctly, identify risks, and respond in an emergency.
KC International's training centre 1-day accredited Fall Arrest Training Course in Durban, aligned to SAQA Unit Standard 229998: Explain and Perform Fall Arrest Techniques when Working at Height.
This course combines legal compliance, equipment knowledge, practical application, and rescue procedures, ensuring workers are competent and certified for elevated work environments.
FALL ARREST TRAINING COMPARED TO FALL ARREST & BASIC RESCUE
Including both standards strengthens the course offering.
US 229998 covers:
Basic use and understanding of fall arrest systems
US 229995 covers:
Installation, rescue and fall protection plan implementation
Together, this provides a more complete work-at-height competency pathway for workers and employers.
This is especially beneficial for:
- Safety file compliance
- Tender documentation
- Site inductions
- Supervisor competency
- Rescue readiness
REQUIREMENT TO ATTEND -
Copy of identification document / passport.
Be in possession of a valid medical fitness certificate.
Safety Shoes.
Learners must have basic numeric literacy and be able to understand, read and write English (candidates with special needs can be accommodated on request).
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This course is essential for anyone working at height, including:
- Construction workers
- Roofers and painters
- Scaffold erectors and inspectors
- Electrical and telecom tower teams
- Maintenance contractors
- Industrial and plant workers
- Supervisors and safety officers
- Site managers responsible for work at height compliance
For many industries, this certification is a site access and safety file requirement.
WHY CHOOSE KC INTERNATIONAL?
- Accredited Training Provider
- IWH Accredited
SAQA US 229998 aligned
Experienced Facilitators
Training is delivered by facilitators with real site experience in construction, industrial, and maintenance environments.
Training available on Saturdays and throughout the week at our Amanzimtoti Durban Centre,
PRICE PER PERSON
Course Fees
From R1,300 per person
Included in the Fee
- Printed training material
- Full practical equipment
- Harnesses and lanyards
- Qualified instruction
- Individual assessment
- Certificate of competence
No hidden costs.
GROUP BOOKINGS AND INDIVIDUAL BOOKINGS
Please contact us for more information
COURSE INFORMATION
US229998 – Explain and perform fall arrest techniques when working at height.
NQF Level 1
Credits: 2
Certificate is valid for 3 years.
Designation: Basic Fall Arrest Technician.
Course Contents
Theoretical Knowledge
- Introduction to work at height.
- Work at height definitions.
- Legislation regarding work at height.
- Understanding on-site risk assessments.
- Appropriate equipment care and pre-use climbing inspection methods.
- Identification and use of climbing equipment.
- Limitations of climbing equipment.
- Limitations of safe anchoring points.
- Understanding the advantages of a “buddy system”.
- Basic knowledge of vertical and horizontal lifelines.
- Understanding minimum free space areas.
- Understanding fall factors.
- Understanding the use of various fall arrest knots.
- Understanding suspension trauma.
- Understanding the “buddy rescue”.
- Basic knowledge of Gravity vertical and horizontal lifelines.
- Basic knowledge of how to carry tools at height.
Practical Skills:
- Assemble a basic fall arrest kit.
- Perform pre-use climbing equipment inspections.
- Rope coiling/bagging.
- electing safe anchoring points.
- Implement the “buddy system”.
- Using a work restraint system.
- Securing a work positioning system.
- Movement using a shock absorbing lanyard.
- Movement using a retractable lanyard.
- Working on fragile rooftop surfaces.
- Using temporary vertical and horizontal lifelines.
- Managing minimum free space.
- Managing fall factors.
- Managing suspension trauma.
- Pre -use check and use of Gravity Vertical System.
- Pre-use check and use of the Gravity Horizontal lifeline.
- Basic skills of tool management on how to carry tools at height and use of a basic 1:1 system.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the certificate valid for 2 years?
Yes, most companies require renewal every 2 years, depending on site policy.
Do supervisors need the training?
Yes. Supervisors and safety officers responsible for elevated work should be competent in fall arrest systems.
Can we use our own equipment?
Yes, for group and on-site training, your company equipment can be incorporated into the practical sessions.
Do we still need a fall protection plan?
Yes. Training does not replace the legal requirement for a site-specific fall protection plan.
Legal Compliance
This course is aligned with South African Occupational Health and Safety Act requirements for work at height, including fall protection planning, safe use of PPE, rescue preparedness, and competent supervision.
Training supports compliance for:
- Safety files
- Tender requirements
- Site inductions
- Contractor compliance
- Supervisor competency
