Safety Harness + Lanyard Training Using Mansafe Safe Systems Course
Key Features
Of this Safety Harness + Lanyard Training U Course:
- Correct selection, fitting and adjustment of full body harnesses for different work positions
- Safe connection and use of single and twin lanyards with energy absorbers on mansafe systems
- Pre-use inspection of harnesses, lanyards and anchor points to identify wear or damage
- Understanding fall restraint versus fall arrest and when each method is appropriate
- Emergency rescue procedures following a fall arrest on a mansafe system
- Legal duties under the Work at Height Regulations and record-keeping requirements
Course Date Availability
Safety Harness + Lanyard Training U training at the following 1 centres. Prices from £132 per person :
| Training Centres | Next Available Dates |
|---|---|
| Bristol | 27th Jul 2026 |
Course Information
Overview:
Safety Harness and Lanyard Training Using Mansafe Safe Systems teaches delegates how to select, inspect, fit and use personal fall protection equipment correctly when working on permanent or temporary mansafe anchor systems. The course covers both restraint and fall arrest techniques, ensuring delegates understand the differences and can apply the right method for each task. Practical sessions take place on representative anchor layouts so delegates gain experience in real workplace configurations.
Delegates learn to recognise defects in webbing, hardware and energy absorbers, carry out simple rescue after a fall, and complete the documentation required by current UK regulations. The training reflects 2026 industry expectations for competence when accessing roofs, maintenance platforms and steelwork protected by mansafe systems.
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for:
- Roofing operatives required to access mansafe-protected areas
- Maintenance engineers working on industrial roofs and plant decks
- Construction workers installing or inspecting mansafe anchor lines
- Facilities teams responsible for regular roof inspections
- Scaffolders and steel erectors who use harnesses as part of their daily work
- Health and safety advisors who audit fall protection equipment use
What You Will Learn
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- How to choose the correct harness and lanyard combination for restraint or fall arrest
- Step-by-step fitting and adjustment of a full body harness for comfort and security
- Pre-use checks on webbing, stitching, buckles, karabiners and shock absorbers
- Correct attachment to single and twin-leg lanyards on horizontal and vertical mansafe lines
- Identification of compatible anchor points and safe working zones
- Basic post-fall rescue techniques using additional equipment carried on site
- Completion of equipment inspection records and reporting of defects
Course Agenda
Overview:
The course runs over one day and combines short classroom sessions with practical exercises on a mansafe training rig. Delegates complete a written test and a series of practical assessments throughout the day.
Key Modules Covered
What you will learn:
- Work at Height Regulations 2005 and associated guidance
- Harness types, classes and correct fitting procedures
- Lanyard selection, energy absorption and twin-leg techniques
- Mansafe system components and compatible connection methods
- Equipment inspection, care and storage requirements
- Fall arrest principles, clearance calculations and swing hazards
- Rescue planning and basic casualty recovery techniques
Private Courses On-site
Safety Harness + Lanyard Training Using Mansafe Safe Systems 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 all assessments receive a certificate of training that records the date, content and assessor. The certificate remains valid for three years, after which a refresher course is required to maintain documented competence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most commonly asked Safety Harness + Lanyard Training Using Mansafe Safe Systems questions:
The course is delivered in one day, combining theory sessions with hands-on practical exercises and assessments.
No formal qualifications are required, but delegates should be comfortable working at height and able to carry out physical tasks such as fitting equipment.
Delegates learn harness selection and fitting, lanyard use on mansafe systems, pre-use inspection, fall restraint versus arrest, clearance calculations, and basic rescue methods.
Assessment includes a short written test and observed practical tasks covering fitting, connection and inspection of equipment.
Successful delegates receive a certificate of training that states the course content and date of completion.
The certificate is valid for three years from the date of issue.
Yes, refresher training is necessary to keep documented evidence of current competence.
This course focuses specifically on the selection, fitting and use of harnesses and lanyards with mansafe anchor systems rather than covering ladders, towers or mobile platforms.
Delegates should wear suitable work clothing and safety footwear. All harnesses, lanyards and training equipment are provided during the day.
Yes, the practical elements can be adapted to a client’s own mansafe layout when suitable anchor points and safe access are available.
Basic post-fall rescue techniques using equipment normally carried on site are demonstrated and practised.
Yes, the course provides the core skills needed for anyone who may be required to connect to a mansafe system as part of their role.
Prices per person typically start at £132. Discounts available for multi person or group bookings (depending upon location)
More Information
The training focuses on the practical skills needed to work safely on mansafe systems and meets the expectations of principal contractors and facility managers who require evidence of harness competence.
Last updated: Jun 2026 • Part of XYZ Training Group