Personal Fall Protection Equipment Inspection Course
Key Features
Of this PFPE Competent Inspector Course:
- Covers inspection of full-body harnesses, lanyards, energy absorbers, connectors, anchor devices and rescue equipment
- Aligns with HSE guidance, PUWER 1998 and BS EN 365 requirements for thorough examination
- Includes practical defect recognition on real equipment samples in varied conditions
- Teaches documentation, tagging and withdrawal procedures for non-compliant items
- Addresses inspection intervals, storage, cleaning and pre-use checks in daily operations
- Suitable for both planned periodic inspections and post-incident equipment assessment
Course Date Availability
PFPE Competent Inspector training at the following 12 centres. Prices from £578 per person :
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Course Information
Overview:
The Personal Fall Protection Equipment Inspection course provides delegates with the knowledge and practical skills required to carry out competent inspections of personal fall protection systems used across construction, maintenance, utilities and industrial workplaces. Delegates learn to apply current UK regulations and standards to identify damage, wear and defects that could compromise safety. The training emphasises methodical examination techniques, accurate record-keeping and clear decision-making on equipment suitability. In 2026 this remains essential for organisations that rely on fall protection as a control measure under the Work at Height Regulations.
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for:
- Health and safety advisors responsible for equipment compliance
- Site supervisors and managers who oversee fall protection use
- Maintenance and facilities staff who conduct periodic inspections
- Store and warehouse personnel managing equipment issue and returns
- Rescue team members who inspect and maintain rescue kits
- Contractors and self-employed operatives required to verify their own equipment
What You Will Learn
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- Legal duties under PUWER and the Work at Height Regulations for inspection regimes
- Component-by-component examination of harnesses, lanyards and connectors
- Recognition of manufacturing defects, abrasion, cuts, chemical damage and UV degradation
- Correct use of manufacturer serial numbers, date marking and traceability
- Completion of inspection records, tagging and quarantine procedures
- Pre-use checks versus thorough examinations and when each is required
Course Agenda
Overview:
The course runs over one day and combines classroom-based theory with hands-on inspection exercises using a wide range of equipment samples. Delegates complete both individual and group practical tasks followed by a short written assessment.
Key Modules Covered
What you will learn:
- UK legislation and standards governing fall protection equipment
- Types of equipment and their design limitations
- Systematic inspection methodology and defect classification
- Practical inspection of harnesses, lanyards and connectors
- Anchor devices, temporary horizontal lines and rescue equipment
- Documentation, labelling and equipment management systems
Private Courses On-site
Personal Fall Protection Equipment Inspection training is also available as a dedicated course, at your premises, and on a date and time of your choosing. Advantages of group / private course is the convenience of candidates being in familiar surroundings and not having to travel, the lowest price, and the ability to have the course tailored to your own application.
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Accreditation & Next Steps
What you will achieve as a result:
Delegates who complete the course and pass the assessment receive a certificate of training confirming competence in personal fall protection equipment inspection. The certificate is normally valid for three years, after which refresher training is recommended to maintain currency with updated standards and equipment designs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most commonly asked Personal Fall Protection Equipment Inspection questions:
The course is delivered over one full day combining theory and practical inspection sessions.
No formal prerequisites exist, although delegates should have a basic understanding of working at height and be comfortable handling safety equipment.
The syllabus includes legislation, equipment types, systematic inspection techniques, defect recognition, documentation and equipment management.
Delegates complete practical inspection tasks on multiple equipment samples and a short written test covering key knowledge areas.
A certificate of training is awarded to delegates who meet the required standard in both practical and written elements.
The certificate remains valid for three years, after which refresher training is advised.
This course focuses exclusively on inspection and examination rather than fitting, use or rescue techniques.
Delegates should bring suitable work clothing, safety footwear and a notepad. All inspection equipment and samples are provided.
Yes, the course can be arranged at employer premises provided suitable training space and equipment samples are available.
Refresher training is recommended every three years or sooner if standards or equipment designs change significantly.
Yes, the course covers inspection of temporary and permanent anchor points, horizontal lifelines and associated components.
Delegates learn the distinction between user pre-use checks and the more detailed periodic thorough examinations carried out by competent persons.
Prices per person typically start at £578. Discounts available for multi person or group bookings (depending upon location)
More Information
This training equips delegates to perform reliable inspections that support safe working at height and help organisations maintain compliance with their legal duties. The skills gained apply directly to daily site routines and planned maintenance programmes.
Last updated: Jun 2026 • Part of XYZ Training Group