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Fall Protection Training
Managing and mitigating fall hazards first requires establishing a specific fall protection policy for people who work in and around your facility. The next step is training staff (and internal trainers) in the proper techniques and use of all fall protection equipment. Following the installation of any fall protection equipment by Diversified Fall Protection, your staff will receive direct training during an interactive hands-on session.
Training sessions include specific, detailed information on the operation of your fall protection system, personal protective equipment, fall arrest devices and all accessory hardware. DFP conducts this fall protection training for users of the system, management, and any future in-house trainers who will become the OSHA-identified “competent person” for your facility.
OSHA Competent Person and Authorized Person Training
Competent Person Training
According to OSHA standards, a Competent Person is someone who has the knowledge, experience, and authority to identify hazards, implement corrective measures, and ensure safety compliance at a worksite. Under regulations like OSHA 1926.32(f) for construction or OSHA 1910 for general industry, having a trained Competent Person on-site is not optional—it’s a legal requirement to ensure safe work environments. OSHA also mandates that Competent Person training must be renewed every two years to maintain a current knowledge of safety protocols.
This two-day course trains participants on the essential components of a fall protection program and develops the skills required to become a Competent Person. Attendees will engage in a blend of classroom instruction and hands-on workshops to gain the ability to assess hazards, select appropriate systems, and manage safety measures.
Participants can include employers, supervisors, safety personnel, workers, and rescuers involved in a managed fall protection program. The course provides a thorough and engaging learning experience that equips students with the knowledge and confidence to ensure compliance and protect workers at height.
Duration: 16 Hours
Course Code: 6424
- Fall hazard identification
- Fundamentals of working at height
- Fall protection oversight
- Worksite programs
- Passive systems
- Administrative controls
- Fall protection planning
- Fall arrest system components
- Positioning systems
- Equipment care
- Rescue overview
- System analysis
Authorized Person Comprehensive
This one-day course covers common fall protection systems, providing essential knowledge on selection, setup, and usage. A variety of instructional techniques, including challenge questions, workbook exercises, and practical learning applications, will be used to educate participants.
The curriculum will include proper pre-use inspections, harness donning, system selection, and system setup.
This course is suited for individuals who perform work duties at height in various jobsite situations and are responsible for selecting and utilizing the appropriate system components. The course material is designed to provide an engaging and enjoyable learning experience.
Duration: 8 Hours
Course Code: 6418
- Fall hazard identification
- Fundamentals of working at height
- Fall protection oversight
- Passive systems
- Administrative controls
- Fall arrest system components
- Harness donning and inspection
- Equipment care
- Rescue requirements
- System selection and setup
Authorized Person Essentials
This half-day course provides an overview of fall protection principles and the essential equipment components used in a basic personal fall protection system. It includes challenge questions, workbook exercises, and other interactive instructional techniques to enhance student learning.
This training program is designed for individuals who work at height in situations where an established, approved anchor point is used, along with basic connectors and body supports. The course material is designed to offer an engaging and enjoyable learning experience.
Duration: 4 Hours
Course Code: 6408
- Fall hazard identification
- Fundamentals of working at height
- Fall protection oversight
- Basic system components
- Pre-use inspections
- Harness donning and inspection
Competent Person Refresher
For those who have already taken the full course but are coming up on the two-year renewal deadline, this one-day session reviews previous course content while highlighting recent updates to regulations, equipment standards, and best practices. Instructor-led workshop activities will enhance students' ability to identify hazards, develop programs, and make proper equipment selections for fall protection.
Upon successful completion, participants will receive a certificate acknowledging their understanding of requirements set by OSHA, ANSI, and CSA.
Duration: 8 Hours
Course Code: 1424
- Fall hazard identification
- Fundamentals of working at height
- Fall protection oversight
- Worksite programs
- Passive systems
- Administrative controls
- Fall protection planning
- Fall arrest system components
- Positioning systems
- Equipment care
- Rescue overview
- System analysis