Working at height is a common type of work, especially in the construction, telecommunications and energy sectors. Working at height, which constitutes a significant portion of occupational accidents, can be made safer with the right training and measures. Sürmen OSGB is one of the leading names in the sector in work at height training and occupational safety. In this blog post, Sürmen OSGB‘We will provide information about the importance, content and processes of the work at height training offered by the Turkish Workers' Union of Turkey.

Importance of Work at Height Training

Work at height training provides workers with the knowledge and skills necessary to work safely and efficiently. Thanks to this training, work accidents and workplace losses can be prevented. Sürmen OSGB aims to increase occupational safety with the trainings it offers in this field.

Education Content

Sürmen OSGB's working at height training includes the following topics:

1. Risks and hazards of working at height: The training covers the dangers of working at height, such as falls, load shifts and similar hazards.
2. Use of personal protective equipment: The training provides information about helmets, safety belts and other personal protective equipment that should be used when working at height.
3. Occupational safety and health management: The training provides information about the precautions to be taken for the orderly realization of work at height activities and the occupational safety management system.
4. Emergency and rescue procedures: The training provides information about emergencies that may occur during working at height and how to act in these situations.

Education Processes

Sürmen OSGB's working at height training includes the following processes:

1. Theoretical training: Workers are provided with theoretical knowledge on the basics of working at height and safety management.
2. Practical training: Workers are given practical training to put into practice the information taught in the theoretical part of the work at height training. In this part, practices such as the use of personal protective equipment, knot tying and wearing seat belts are carried out.
3.  Examination and evaluation: At the end of the training, workers are tested to assess how well they have understood the training they have received. Successful participants receive a Work at height training certificate.
4. Continuous training and supervision: Sürmen OSGB, The company checks the level of occupational safety by conducting regular inspections at workplaces and updates or renews trainings when necessary.

Work at height training is vital to prevent work accidents and to ensure that workers can work safely. Sürmen OSGB, aims to increase the occupational safety of workplaces by providing work at height training with its expert staff and up-to-date training methods. In this way, both employers and employees can achieve a safer and more productive working environment.