Working at Heights & Fall Protection
Fall Protection Plan Developer Training
Unit Standard 229994 · NQF Level 2
SAQA-aligned fall protection plan developer training delivered online, on-site or at our centres in Midrand and Durban. Daily classes, no waiting period.
Quick answer
What is the Fall Protection Plan Developer course?
This course provides learners with the knowledge and practical skills required to develop, implement, and review a fall protection plan in accordance with occupational health and safety legislation and construction regulations. The training focuses on identifying fall hazards, conducting risk assessments, selecting appropriate fall protection measures, and documenting control measures. Learners will be equipped to compile compliant fall protection plans for construction, maintenance, and industrial work environments.
Course outline
What the Fall Protection Plan Developer course covers, module by module.
- Legal and regulatory requirements for fall protection plans
- Purpose and scope of a fall protection plan
- Roles and responsibilities of employers, supervisors, and employees
- Hazard identification and risk assessment for work at heights
- Selection of fall prevention and fall arrest control measures
- Identification of suitable anchorage points and systems
- Emergency and rescue planning considerations
- Documentation, implementation, and communication of the plan
- Monitoring, review, and updating of fall protection plans.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Interpret legal requirements relating to fall protection planning
- Identify fall hazards and assess associated risks
- Develop a compliant fall protection plan
- Select appropriate fall prevention and fall arrest measures
- Review and update fall protection plans to ensure ongoing compliance.
Who should attend
- Safety officers who prepare fall protection plans for sites
- Supervisors responsible for planning height work
- Construction and maintenance personnel who assess worksites
- Employees working towards formal fall protection qualifications
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Fall Protection Plan Developer course cost?
The course costs R700 per person and runs for one day. It is aligned to SAQA unit standard 229994 at NQF Level 2, which covers assessing a worksite for work at height and preparing a fall protection plan. Group bookings are negotiable. Email us at info@rehtraining.co.za to book a seat or a team session.
What will I be able to do after this course?
You will be able to assess a worksite for height work, identify fall hazards, select suitable prevention and arrest measures, and prepare a fall protection plan. The course also covers anchor points, emergency planning and how to review a plan so it stays compliant as site conditions change. You receive a certificate on completion.
Do I need experience before I can do this course?
It helps to know the basics of working at height, but the course is designed to build the planning skills from the ground up. It covers legal requirements, hazard identification, risk assessment and plan documentation in one day. If you are new to height work entirely, do the Working at Heights course first.
How long is the certificate valid?
Certificates are issued in line with SAQA-aligned unit standards where applicable. Most employers and client sites set their own refresher intervals for planning and safety roles, so confirm what your site requires. If you are unsure whether your certificate is current, send it to us via email at info@rehtraining.co.za and we will check.
Reviews
Reviews for Fall Protection Plan Developer
Ready to book Fall Protection Plan Developer?
Email us for pricing, dates and group discounts. A training advisor responds fast.