Working at Height

Working Safely at Height

This online course will guide those working at height in pest control to be aware of the hazards associated with working at height and how to mitigate the risk of these hazards. The module will cover the use of personal protection equipment, mechanical equipment and other tools that may be necessary to complete pest control activities.

Working at height is one of the leading causes of workplace accidents. Falls from ladders, roofs or elevated platforms can cause severe injury or worse. UK law (e.g. Work at Height Regulations 2005) holds both employers and individuals accountable: you’re required to assess risks, ensure correct equipment, and follow safety procedures. This course helps you meet those standards, reduce liability, and keep your staff safe.

Who Should Take This Course

This course is ideal for pest control technicians, building maintenance staff, facilities managers, supervisors, or anyone who may need to use ladders, cherry-pickers, mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs), scaffolds, or perform work above ground level.
Prerequisites: No formal prior certification required, but basic awareness of health & safety principles helps. Must have internet access (since online), and willing to complete the exam.

Course Content

  • Activities where access equipment may be required — learn common height work situations in pest control (e.g. roof ridges, gutters, lofts, tree work)

  • Choosing the correct type of access equipment — pros/cons of ladders vs scaffold vs MEWPs; safe setup / inspection of equipment

  • Safety equipment — understanding harnesses, guardrails, fall protection PPE, equipment inspections, defect reporting

  • Risk assessment — how to identify hazards, control them, plan work safely, emergency procedures in case of falls or accidents

A multiple choice examination comprising of 12 questions will be used to assess the learners understanding and knowledge of the topic. Learners must achieve a score of 65% to pass the exam.

This is a fully online course, allowing you to study at your own pace. Estimated time to complete the modules: X hours (typically finished over a single session or split sessions).
Assessment: 12 multiple-choice questions, pass mark 65%. After passing, you’ll get a certificate showing your competence in working safely at height.

Course Points and Certificate

After completing this course, you will be able to:

  • Identify height-related hazards specific to pest control & general maintenance.
  • Choose the correct access/equipment for different height work tasks.
  • Conduct and document risk assessments before starting work at height.
  • Use safety equipment & PPE properly.
  • Understand legal obligations & safety codes relevant to working at height.

Costs

Certification & Benefits

After passing the exam, you’ll receive a certificate that you can use to demonstrate your competence to employers, clients or compliance auditors. Having this qualification helps you meet legal & insurance requirements. For pest control work, demonstrating safe working at height is often essential for contracts or site access.

FAQs

  • Can I take this course if I’m based outside the UK?
  • Yes the majority of the material is relevant for most other countries outside of UK.

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  • What happens if I fail the exam? Are there resits?

  • You will have the option to resit the exam up to and including 3 times.

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  • Do I have to be physically present / is there any site work?

  • No, the course is all online based.