MCL
Courses
Rescue Course
Rescue training for working at height teaches individuals how to safely recover a person following a fall or incident. UK regulations require employers to have a rescue plan and trained personnel on site, as emergency services cannot be relied upon for rescue. The training covers rescue techniques, equipment use, casualty management and emergency planning, helping reduce risk and ensure compliance with safety regulations. The Work at Height Rescue Course is designed for personnel who already have training in working at height and using fall protection equipment. This comprehensive course equips participants with the skills needed to perform rescues of co-workers suspended by fall arrest equipment. The theoretical training covers legislation, rescue procedures, suspension trauma, casualty management, and equipment inspections. The practical training includes rescue kit usage, anchor point selection, casualty lowering, and rescue planning to ensure a safe and effective response in emergency situations.
- Assessment Method: Written and practical
- Course Duration: 1 Day
- Trainer to Candidate Ratio: 1:6
- Revalidation Period: Certification valid for 3 years
- Certification: PDF copy of Certificate
Theoretical Content:
- Legislation and Legal Responsibilities
- Anchor types and systems
- Equipment selection, use and maintenance, pre-use checks and inspection
- Suspension Intolerance
- Emergency Procedure / Rescue
Practical Content:
- Using rescue equipment
- Awareness of rope protection
- Raising a casualty
- Lowering a casualty
- Rescuing a casualty from lanyards and fall arrest block
- A PDF copy of MCL Height Safety Rescue Training Manual.
- Must have completed a working at height course with a practical element - Please see MCL's Working at Height Course
- Minimum Age of 18 years
- Candidates need to be physically fit and free from any disability or medical condition that may prevent them from working safely.
- A self-certified statement of reasonable fitness
Why book with us?
- Over 60 years of combined trainer experience
- Globally recognised IRATA and GWO training courses
- 93% Pass Rate
- Multiple state of the art training locations
- Wide range of in-house courses developed according to BS8454 provided under one roof
- Directly employed qualified trainers
- On-site design, fabrication and inspection service
- Equipment supply
- Pay for your training in 3 instalments when booking online
Excellent training, professional and knowledgeable trainers.