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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
No public dates scheduled for this course right now — we run it on request, and we schedule quickly once there is interest.
Common questions
Who is Fall Protection Authorized Person Essentials 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 Fall Protection Authorized Person Essentials valid for?
The certificate is valid for 36 months from the course completion date, after which recertification is required.
How is the course delivered?
It's delivered in person over 1 day, instructor-led and assessed in person.
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.
What does Fall Protection Authorized Person Essentials cost?
$169 + GST per person. Group and on-site rates are available on request.