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Fall Protection Authorized Person Essentials
A half-day introduction to working safely at height for workers who use a personal fall restraint or arrest system at an established, approved anchor point. The course covers the principles of fall protection and the essential components of a basic system — what each part does, how it fits together, and where its limits are. It is the practical minimum for a worker who works at height in one known situation with equipment that has already been selected for them, and it is the prerequisite for our Heights Rescue courses. Delivered by a 3M-certified instructor and issued as a 3M credential recognized in BC and Alberta.
Who it’s for
- Workers who work at height in a specific, known situation using an established approved anchor point
- Workers who need the prerequisite for Heights Rescue training
What you’ll cover
- Fall protection principles and terminology
- When fall protection is required
- Anchor points and connectors
- Full-body harnesses: selection, inspection and fit
- Basic restraint and arrest systems
- Pre-use inspection and equipment care
- Harness donning and adjustment (practical)
Prerequisites
None.
Completion & certification
To receive your credentials you must attend and complete the entirety of the course and complete all the necessary components as required by the course provider.
- You receiveRecord of Training · 3M / 3M Fall Protection
- ValidityValid 36 months
- DeliveryIn person · 1 day in person
- JurisdictionBC & AB
Upcoming dates
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Common questions
Who is this fall protection course for?
Workers who work at height in a specific, known situation using an established approved anchor point; Workers who need the prerequisite for Heights Rescue training.
How long is this fall protection course good for?
Alpha lists this course as valid for 3 years. 3M does not publish an expiry for these courses, and the law sets none. Check the date on your 3M certificate and ask your employer. Check your own dates →
How long does the this fall protection course course take?
Up to 1 day in person.
How is the course delivered?
It's delivered in person over 1 day, instructor-led and assessed in person.
Can this fall protection course be done online?
We run this course in person only.
Can you deliver this course on-site for our crew?
Yes. Any course in our catalogue can run at your yard, camp, or office anywhere in BC and Alberta — based in Fort St. John, we travel province-wide. Request an on-site quote for group pricing.
Are there any prerequisites?
None.
How much does this fall protection course cost?
$169 + GST per person. Group and on-site rates are available on request.