SA051C Tetra Leaning Ladder & Flat Roof Candidate Accreditation

The SA051C Tetra Leaning Ladder and Flat Roof Candidate Accreditation course is designed to equip individuals with the knowledge and practical skills necessary for safe working practices when using leaning ladders and accessing flat roofs. This accreditation is particularly relevant for professionals undertaking tasks in dwellings, including multi-occupancy units, where such access methods are required. The course emphasises the implementation of fall protection equipment and adherence to current health and safety legislation.

What can I expect from the SA051C Tetra Leaning Ladder and Flat Roof Candidate Accreditation course?

Learners can anticipate a comprehensive training experience that combines theoretical instruction with practical application. Key components of the course include:

• Understanding UK Legislation: An overview of relevant laws, including the Work at Height Regulations, to ensure compliance and safety.
• Fall Protection Techniques: Differentiating between fall arrest and work restraint systems, emphasising the importance of correct anchorage.
• Equipment Usage and Inspection: Proper fitting, usage, and routine inspection of specified fall protection equipment.
• Access Procedures: Safe methods for using portable leaning ladders on various elevations, poles, and low-level structures, as well as procedures for accessing flat roofs.
• Practical Exercises: Hands-on sessions demonstrating ladder securing, climbing techniques, and transitioning to flat roof areas.

The course aims to develop the required knowledge to implement safe working methods via the use of fall protection equipment, enabling these systems to be used safely. 

To enrol in the SA051C Tetra Leaning Ladder and Flat Roof Candidate Accreditation course, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Age Requirement: Participants must be at least 18 years old.
• Language Proficiency: A good standard of written and spoken English is necessary to comprehend course materials and participate effectively.
• Medical Fitness: All delegates must be medically fit to undertake training involving physical activity, such as climbing ladders. A medical statement sheet must be completed prior to course commencement.
• Ladder Experience and Training: Candidates should have prior experience and training in the use of leaning ladders, including proficiency in conducting ladder inspections. 
• Equipment Requirement: Each delegate is required to bring a Tetra Leaning Ladder Kit to the course. If you do not have a kit, there is an option to purchase one through the training provider during registration.

These prerequisites ensure that all participants are adequately prepared to engage with the course content and perform practical exercises safely and effectively.

Assessment for the SA051C accreditation involves both theoretical and practical evaluations:

• Written Assessment: A theory test to assess understanding of legislation, fall protection principles, and safe working practices.
• Practical Demonstration: Leaners must demonstrate their ability to correctly fit and use fall protection equipment, secure and ascend leaning ladders, and safely access flat roofs.

Successful completion of these assessments confirms the candidate's competency in implementing safe working practices for leaning ladder and flat roof access.

Upon successfully passing both assessments, participants receive a Smart Awards certificate for the SA051C Tetra Leaning Ladder and Flat Roof Candidate Accreditation. This certification is valid for three years, after which a refresher course is recommended to maintain accreditation and stay updated with any changes in safety regulations or best practices.