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MINISTRY OF MANPOWER

TECHNICAL NOTES

Managing Work-at-Heights Course

PART II

Version 1.0

29 April 2015

Workplace Safety and Health Council, Ministry of Manpower (MOM), Singapore All rights reserved.

This document is provided for the explicit use and guidance to Learning Service Providers as information resource for curriculum development and assessment purposes only. Any other use of this document or parts thereof, including reproduction, publication, distribution, transmission, retransmission or public showing, or storage in a retrieval system in any form, electronic or otherwise, for purposes other than that expressly stated in this advice without the expressed permission of MOM is strictly prohibited.


Version History

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1.0 29 April 2015 First Issue ICB, WSH Council Office

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page

1. Aim of the guide 3

2. MOM Technical Notes 3

3. Overview of the course requirements 9

4. Training delivery advice 9

5. Assessment advice 11

6. Approved facilitator and Assessor requirements 14

7. End of course evaluation and feedback 14

8. Related WSH legislations, industrial code of practice and other references

14

Annex A – Course Reference Matrix 16

Annex B – Assessment Plan 20

Annex C - Scaffold Structure with external ladder 30


1. AIM OF THE GUIDE

1.1 The MOM Technical Notes is a document listing the requirements expected of the Learning Service Providers (LSPs), the approved facilitators, course and facilities suitable for the conduct of the WSH course. It also aims to help facilitate LSPs deliver effective training and conduct competency-based training and assessment.

1.2 The main part of this document contains key information on the Managing Work-at-Heights course, including the course aim, learning objectives, target audience, assumed skills and knowledge, course syllabus, course duration, class size, and approved facilitator / learner ratio. It also sets forth guidelines for training delivery and assessment for the course.

1.3 This MOM Technical Notes shall be reviewed on a regular basis and or whenever it is deemed necessary due to changes in MOM policy and or requirements, training syllabus and or industrial requirements.

2. MOM TECHNICAL NOTES 2.1 LSP Criteria:

• 1 full time Principal / Manager • 1 full time facilitator & 1 associate facilitator • 2 approved facilitators per language per course • bizSAFE Level 3 • Paid-up Capital $5k • ACTA or DACE • Specialist Diploma in WSH: Supervisor and above courses • Attended and passed the MOM accredited Work-At-Heights (WAH)

Train-The-Trainer course • 3 or more years of working experience as Project Manager /

Operations Manager or equivalent • 3 or more years of relevant Work-at-Height experience • Any other course specific requirement/s

2.2 LSP Facilities:

• Conduciveness of training facilities • Safe • Noise • Lighting • Sanitary • Projection • Tables/Chairs • Ventilation • No training in containers


2.3 Managing Work-at-Heights Theory Assessment:

• Assessment duration: 120 minutes • Assessment questions comprises of

o 35 Multiple Choice Questions (2 marks each) o Choose 2 out of 5 scenario based Question (15 marks each)

2.3.1 Assessment questions/sets issued by MOM

2.3.2 An open book assessment

2.3.3 Invigilators shall alternate the assessment question sets 2.3.4 Sharing of materials and communication between / among candidates

during the assessment are strictly NOT ALLOWED.

2.3.5 LSPs are to provide the following official references to each Learner: (1) Code of practice for working safely at heights (2) Personal protective equipment for work at heights (3) Anchorage, Lifelines and Temporary Edge Protection Systems (4) Working safely on roofs

2.3.6 LSPs shall make available sufficient copies of the Code of Practice for Working at Heights for the learners to refer to. LSPs are to retrieve the collaterals after each course and assessment and ensure that all collaterals shall be clean and free of any markings or answers.

2.3.7 Invigilators shall alternate the test question sets.

2.3.8 Approved facilitator for class is not allowed to be the invigilator for the assessment (same class)

2.3.9 Assessment papers are to be issued in accordance to the course language registered for only. No mix language assessment is permitted.

2.3.10 Approved facilitator to learner ratio is (1) 1:20 for theory (2) 1:10 for practical

2.3.11 A safety certificate / pass / card shall be issued to each learner who passes the assessment, by the LSP.

2.3.12 The issuance of the safety pass / card / certificate must adhere to the standard MOM Safety Certificate / Pass / Card template.

2.3.13 All training records must be kept by LSP for period of no less than 2 years for audit purpose.


2.4 Managing Work-at-Heights Practical Requirement / Assessment

2.4.1 Assessment duration: 180 minutes

(1) Station 1: Inspecting fall prevention and fall protection equipment

(2) Station 2: Donning, checking and correcting harness Fitting (3) Station 3: Using twin lanyard to maintaining 100% tie-off (4) Station 4: Traversing using Horizontal Lifeline (5) Station 5: Identification of fragile surface (skylight) and

avoidance (6) Station 6: Ascending vertical lifeline using Fall Arrestor (7) Station 7: Using Travel/Work Restraint System (8) Station 8: Descending with Self-Retractable Lifeline (SRL) (9) Station 9: Harness Suspension & Use of self-relief technique (10) Station 10: Responding to a Fall Emergency

2.4.2 Practical Demonstration (1) Station 12: Installation of temporary anchor point using work

positioning system

2.4.3 Practical Performance (1) Station 11: Gaining access into a simulated pits and tanks using

a twin lanyard to ascend a vertical ladder (First-man out) (2) Station 13: Safe use of A-frame ladders (3) Station 14: Safe use of platform ladder

2.4.4 Work-at-Heights Structure (1) The scaffold structure shall be constructed in accordance with

Annex C of Technical Notes.

(2) When erecting the scaffold structure, the following are to be ensured: (i) Only metal scaffold structure is permitted for the conduct

of MOM WAH courses, unless otherwise approved by MOM.

(ii) The ENTIRE scaffold structure must be erected by an Approved Scaffold Contractor (ASC), and shall meet all safety requirements specified under WSH (Scaffold) Regulations unless otherwise stated.

(iii) The ENTIRE scaffold structure must be certified by a Professional Engineer (PE) including its anchor points for lifelines, SRLs, harness suspension and fall arrest.

(iv) Scaffold structure ties must be secured to a permanent structure certified by a PE to ensure the stability of the scaffold.

(v) The scaffold structure must be erected under shelter so that regardless of weather conditions, the running of the course shall not be compromised.


(vi) All base plates must be centrally secured and fastened to the scaffold structure’s sole plates.

(vii) All exposed pipes and bolts must be covered with PVC or rubber caps to prevent injury and/or corrosion.

(viii) The gaps between all toe boards and work platforms must be kept to a minimum or effectively covered to prevent falling debris.

(ix) There must be no corrosion on any part of the metal scaffold structure, especially the couplings and bolts.

(x) Any protruding bolt that may potentially cause bodily injury when in contact must be made safe with effective covers or protectors.

(xi) All vertical and horizontal lifelines must be securely at both ends in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. Vertical lifelines must be supported at the mid-point of the ladder to prevent swaying.

(xii) Any other essentials needed for the safe erection of a scaffold structure must be adhered to strictly.

(3) The exterior ladder shall include signage to specify that this is

not part of the scaffold structure and shall be painted in a different colour to the scaffold.

(4) The scaffold shall be inspected every 7 days by MOM approved scaffold supervisor (only when the scaffold is in use).A register shall be created to account for all inspections carried out on all equipment including PPEs to be used by the Learners.

(5) There must be one facilitator to accompany one learner at the

lower deck and one facilitator at the upper deck with the learner at all times. Similar for the assessors during the assessment.

(6) CCTV shall not be permitted to replace the role of the facilitator,

and at no time should the Learners be left alone without a facilitator or assessor during any stage of training or assessment.

(7) Practical training does not include Practical Assessment. A

separate Practical Assessment shall be conducted, apart from the practical training.

(8) Practical training/assessment is 1:10 during training and 1:1

during assessment

(9) For the same course, Facilitator and Assessor cannot be the same person, not even as the assistant facilitator or assessor.

(10) Assessors must be familiar with the assessment criteria before conducting any assessment.


(11) To be competent, the Learner must pass all assessment stations.

(12) Learners who make any mistakes in his attempt of the

assessment should be given an opportunity to complete all the stations, even though he had already failed the overall assessment. The exposure would prepare him for subsequent reassessment.

(13) Learners who make no more than 3 mistakes cumulatively in his

full practical assessment will be given another opportunity to reattempt the assessment on the same day of assessment. Only two assessment attempts shall be allowed for each learner per practical assessment.

(14) Learners who make more than 3 mistakes fail the assessment

and would be required to retake the entire course.

(15) Assessors are to ensure they have documented questions for each station and to each learner.

(16) All training records must be kept by LSP for period of no less

than 2 years for audit purpose. 2.5 Standard Curriculum

2.5.1 Standard Curriculum (SC) for the course will be issued upon approval of the LSP.

2.5.2 The materials are provided strictly for the explicit use and guidance of LSPs approved for the conduct of the Managing WAH course only.

2.5.3 Any other use of the materials or parts thereof, reproduction,

publication, distribution, transmission, re-transmission, or storage in a retrieval system in any form, electronic or otherwise, for purposes other than that expressly stated above without the express permission of MOM is strictly prohibited.

2.6 Checklist for LSPs:

• URA approved use of venue: Industrial Training (theory and

practical)

• Approved facilitators to be approved by authority by course, language and venue

• Updated register of all approved facilitators by course, language

and venue


• Course information including cancellation and refund policy must

be available to public

• Accountability for all test question sets produced / destroyed

• Guidelines for invigilator and assessors

• Code of conduct for invigilator and assessors

• Register to show production, issuance and destruction of safety certificates / pass / card

• All safety certificates / safety pass / card to be issued by LSPs to learners no later than one month from assessment date

• To complete end of course evaluation by every learner for each course

• LSPs to have a copy of the MOM Technical Notes, and relevant SOP/s for compliance, in addition to any other MOM stipulated requirements.

3. Managing Work-at-Heights Course 3.1 This course has been designed to meet the minimum standard for Working at Height Training for Supervisors, Assessors or Managers in Singapore, as recommended in the WSH (Work at Heights) Regulations 2013 and the Approved Code of Practice for Working Safely at Height (2011). The course is for anyone involved in the supervision, planning / assessment or management of work at height activities. 3.2 The aim of the course is to provide Learners with the requisite WAH knowledge to manage work-at-height activities, so that work can be carried out safely. At the end of the course, the Learner shall be able to:

3.2.1 Identify, explain and apply the relevant Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) Legislations / Approved Code of Practice / Singapore Standards applicable to Work-at-Heights (WAH)

3.2.2 Identify and explain the Roles & Responsibilities of stakeholders,

competent and responsible persons.

3.2.3 Identify hazards, evaluate the risk, and implement control measures for WAH activities

3.2.4 Review the necessary fall preventive / protective control measures for

safe execution of WAH activities


3.2.5 Establish, evaluate, review and implement a Fall Prevention Plan

3.2.6 Establish and implement a system for an effective monitoring and control of WAH risks

3.2.7 Demonstrate competency in donning, checking and correcting of

Individual Fall Protection Equipment and Responding to a fall emergency.

3.3 The Learner should have at least WSQ ESS Workplace Literacy and Numeracy Level 4 and above or equivalent and the ability to carry out hazards identification, risk assessment, and risk control measures. 3.4 The Learner who passes this course is deemed competent in Work at Heights only and this course does not replace other industry / trade specific safety training requirements.

3.5 The provisions under the Regulations regarding the roles of the various personnel under the PTW system still apply. 4. OVERVIEW OF THE COURSE REQUIREMENTS 4.1 For detailed course content and weightage of assessment, refer to Annex A - Course Syllabus. 4.2 Recommended course duration: 20.5 hours, inclusive of 5 hours assessment. 4.3 Maximum class size: 20 learners per course. 4.4 Recommended approved facilitator/learner ratio is

• Theory Lesson: 1:20 • Practical Lesson: 1: 10 • Theory Assessment: 1:20 • Practical Assessment: 1:1

4.5 Course attendance record: 100% attendance. 5. TRAINING DELIVERY ADVICE 5.1 Approved facilitator’s guide and learners’ workbook / hand-outs.

5.1.1 Approved facilitators are required to have an approved facilitator’s guide pertaining to the course. The guide shall contain information on the course including: (1) Course aim (2) Learning objectives (3) Target audience (4) Assumed skills and knowledge


(5) Course duration (6) Class size and approved facilitator / learner ratio (7) Lesson plan (8) Course contents and instructional materials according to the

course requirements (9) Training methodologies (10) Training resource requirements (11) Course administration instruction (12) Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required during the

training

5.1.2 Learners shall be given a learner’s guide and any other relevant hand-outs based on the course objectives and activities.

5.1.3 It is the responsibility of the LSP to ensure that no part of the materials used for the training infringes on patent, design, copyright and intellectual property rights of any individual or organization.

5.1.4 The LSP shall retain an updated version of the training course syllabus, lesson plan, approved facilitator’s guide and any other relevant course information at all times for inspection and verification by MOM/CB/SAC.

5.2 Training methodology

5.2.1 While it is a pre-requisite for training to include theory and practical

components, approved facilitators are expected to draw upon their expertise in development and delivery of the training programme and to apply appropriate principles of training in the design and delivery of the course.

5.2.2 There are numerous training delivery approaches for the WAH for managers training course. The training methods can be a combination of a wide range of delivery methods. Some of the suggested training methods include: (1) Classroom instruction (2) Whole class, small group and individualized learning activities (3) Games or simulations (4) Case studies (5) Videos1 and photographs, other e-resources and instructional

media emphasizing the visual and tactile aspects of learning (6) Hands-on skills practice (7) Group discussions (8) Problem-based learning and instruction (9) Experiential activities and visits (10) Demonstrations of use of WAH equipment, and allow for

adequate practice before assessment

1 Include a suitable video to demonstrate the impact and consequences of not wearing a harness

properly, as a consequence of a fall.


5.3 Training venue requirements

5.3.1 The LSP shall ensure that the classroom has adequate chairs and

writing tables that are reasonably and comfortably spaced for the class of 20, so as to be conducive to the learning process and the purpose of conducting the assessment.

5.3.2 The classroom must have adequate lighting and ventilation. Emergency exit routes must be clearly marked out and briefed to the course learners at the start of the course. Necessary equipment such as projectors, multimedia players, whiteboards, and flipcharts must be available.

5.3.3 There shall be sufficient space as necessary for the appropriate set-up demonstration of fall arrest equipment and assessment purposes. There shall be adequate safety control measures taken to ensure the safety of the Learner during training.

5.4 Training resource allocation:

(1) Emergency evacuation route (2) Standard operating procedures for WAH (3) Photos / slides of the various types of WAH hazards (4) WAH training videos (5) Case studies relating to WAH accidents in the various industries (6) WAH props to be utilised for demonstration and assessment

6. ASSESSMENT ADVICE 6.1 General guidelines for conducting assessment

6.1.1 LSPs are advised to prepare an assessment plan for the course.

6.1.2 The assessment plan comprises four main parts: (1) Overview of the assessment tools and its duration (2) Instructions for the conduct of the assessment (3) SOP to maintain the confidentiality of the assessment questions (4) Instruments or tools of assessment (question paper, practical

checklist) (5) Assessment summary record

6.1.3 The assessment plan is subject to review on an annual basis by the LSP to ensure that learners are constantly kept current and competent of the industrial requirements.


6.2 Assessment tools and instruments

6.2.1 The LSP must conduct written test (WT) and practical performance (PP)

Written test (WT) This method of assessment is quick and the most convenient to conduct. It can be used for a large class and a wide range of subjects particularly knowledge-based. It should consist of short answer and essay questions to assess the competency of the learners, in terms of the knowledge and application for WAH. The WT should cover all learning objectives which should be proportional to the importance of the subject and duration.

Practical Performance (PP) This method is highly recommended for skills assessment. It can be matched very closely to the actual task to be performed by the individual on the job. Based on the WAH setup for various WAH situations, learners shall be assessed on the following: (1) Inspecting the fall protection equipment for defects (2) Harness fitting (3) Usage of Twin Lanyard to maintain 100% tie-off (4) Traversing using Horizontal Lifelines (5) Identification of a fragile surface (skylight) and avoidance (6) Safe use of Ladders : 3 point contact (7) Ascending with Fall Arrestors and Vertical Lifelines (8) Using Travel/Work Restrain System (9) Ascending and descending with Self-Retractable Lifeline (10) Use of self-relief technique during harness suspension (11) Responding to a fall emergency

6.2.2 Evidence of the competency mentioned above during the practical

assessment must be observed by the assessor and documented in the assessment record. At no time should a learner be left alone going through the circuit without the approved facilitator or assessor.

6.2.3 The recommended time allocated for assessment shall comprise of 2 hours for written assessment and 3 hours for the practical assessment.

6.3 Conduct of assessment

6.3.1 Assessment must be strictly conducted in accordance with the

assessment plan. In particular, each learner must complete all the assessment requirements in the time allocated.

6.3.2 The assessor shall assess the competency of the learner based on the evidence gathered. The evidence for each of the assessment instrument is given in the suggested response to the WT and the checklist accompanying the PP, RP and CS.


6.4 Recording and reporting of assessment outcome

6.4.1 All assessment outcomes must be accurately recorded in the assessment summary record form.

6.4.2 Assessment outcome must be conveyed to the learner at the end of the assessment. Learner must acknowledge the assessment outcome and both the assessor and learner counter-sign on the assessment record form.

6.4.3 The LSP shall maintain a record of the assessment results for 2 years

for inspection by MOM/SAC/CB.

6.5 Minimum Examination Requirements & Passing mark Managing Work-at-Heights Recommendation Passing Marks

1. Theory Examination • 35 Multiple Choice Questions • 2 out 5 Scenario based Questions

70%

2. Practical Assessment • Inspecting the fall protection equipment for defects

• Harness fitting • Usage of Twin Lanyard to maintain

100% tie-off • Traversing using Horizontal Lifelines • Identification of a fragile surface

(skylight) and avoidance • Ascending with Fall Arrestors and

Vertical Lifelines • Safe use of Ladders : 3 point contact • Using Travel/Work Restrain System • Ascending and descending with Self-

Retracting Lifeline • Harness Suspension using self-relief

technique • Responding to a fall emergency

100%

6.5.1 The candidate must pass all the components of the practical

assessment. However, the candidate is allowed to make no more than 3 mistakes cumulatively in his full practical assessment. He would then be allowed to re-take the assessment a second time after he has reviewed his own mistakes and coached by his approved facilitator. In the event the candidate makes more than 3 mistakes, he fails the assessment and would be required to re-course. Only two assessment attempts are allowed for each candidate per practical assessment.

6.5.2 Any candidate who fails to meet the minimum pass mark requirement shall be required to re-attempt the entire course.


7. APPROVED FACILITATOR AND ASSESSOR REQUIREMENTS 7.1 The LSP must ensure that all approved facilitators assigned have the necessary knowledge on various WAH situations to demonstrate and articulate the component of WAH to the learners. 7.2 The approved facilitator and assessor of this course shall possess the following qualifications:

a. Specialist Diploma in Workplace Safety and Health b. Attended and passed the MOM accredited Work-At-Heights (WAH)

Train-The-Trainer course c. Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment (ACTA) d. 3 or more years of working experience as Project Manager /

Operations Manager or equivalent e. 3 or more years of relevant Work-at-Height experience

8. END OF COURSE EVALUATION AND FEEDBACK

8.1 The LSP shall conduct an end-of-course evaluation after each course, where learners provide quantitative and qualitative feedback on the course content, duration, training delivery, training materials, training venue, training resources, quality of approved facilitators and assessors. 8.2 The LSP shall analyse the feedback provided to improve the delivery of the course. Whenever the rating falls below 3, immediate actions shall be taken to address the issues. These actions shall be properly recorded and kept for audit inspection.

1 2 3 4 5

Poor Fair Satisfactory Very Good Excellent

9. RELATED WSH LEGISLATIONS, CODE OF PRACTICE & OTHER REFERENCES (the list is not exhaustive)

• Workplace Safety and Health Act • WSH (WAH) Regulations • WSH (WAH) Regulations Amendment 2014 • WSH (General Provision) Regulations • WSH (Construction) Regulations • WSH (Shipbuilding and Ship-repairing) Regulations • WSH (Scaffold) Regulations • WSH (Risk Management) Regulations • WSH CP:1 Code of Practice for Working Safely at Height • Code of Practice for Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) Risk

Management – 2nd revision • Singapore Standards SS 528:2006 – Personal Fall Arrest Systems • Singapore Standards SS 570:2011 – Specification for personal

protective equipment for protection against falls from a height


• Singapore Standards SS588:2013 – Personal Equipment for Protection against Falls – Rope Access Systems

• WSH Guidelines: Working Safely on Roofs • WSH Guidelines: Anchorage, Lifelines, and Temporary Edge

Protection Systems • WSH Guidelines: Personal Protective Equipment for Working at Height • Ladder Safety Kit

(The LSP is to ensure that related WSH Legislations, Code of Practices and any other references utilized are of the latest publications)

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Annex A Course Reference Matrix Approved Training Syllabus

Managing Work-at-Heights

Coverage of Course Contents – for LSP inputs (Note: Indicate clearly where the changes are made in accordance with the syllabus)

S/N Content Remarks Duration (mins)

Indicate slide number e.g. Slide #2

Indicate mode of assessment, where applicable – Practical, Exercise, Test etc. e.g. Practical, Q3

1 Legal requirements, Approved Code of Practice and Standards for WAH • Workplace Safety and Health Act • WSH (Work-at-Heights) Regulations • WSH(Work-at-Heights) (Amendments)

Regulations • WSH (Risk Management) • WSH (Construction) Regulations • WSH (Shipbuilding and Ship-Repairing)

Regulations • WSH (General Provision) Regulations • Code of Practice for Working Safely at

Height

Theory 60mins LO1

2 Roles and Responsibilities of various stakeholders

• Occupier • Employer • Principal • Self Employed • Persons at work (Employee) • WAH Manager • WAH Assessor • WAH Supervisor • WAH Worker

Theory 60mins LO2

3 Risk Management

• Identification of WAH activities • Tools for the identification of hazardous

conditions involving WAH activities • Identification of hazardous conditions

relating to WAH activities • Evaluation of WAH risks • Consideration for control measures • Principle of Hierarchy of control • Monitor, review and record keeping of RA • Practical approach in risk management

involving WAH activities • PTW application process (Flow chart) • Consideration for revocation of PTW • Incompatible work

Theory 120mins LO3

4 Fall control measures

• Fall Prevention Systems • Types of Edge Protection

(permanent/temporary) • Specifications for Edge Protection • Customized / Engineering fall prevention

solutions • Maintenance & Inspection of Edge

Protection • Effective covers for floor openings / hatch • Means of safe access – Scaffold Access

Theory 180mins LO4


Approved Training Syllabus Managing Work-at-Heights





• Safe use of equipment – Scaffold Access • Means of safe access - MEWP • Safe use of equipment – MEWP • Maintenance & Inspection of equipment –

MEWP • Means of safe access – Ladders • Safe use of equipment – Ladders • Maintenance & Inspection of equipment –

Ladders • Evaluation between Fall Prevention and

Personal Fall Arrest System • Situation requiring Fall Arrest Systems • ABC’s of fall arrest system • Types of anchorage systems / points • Travel Restraint Systems • Work Positioning Systems • Difference between Travel Restraint and Fall

Arrest • Fall Arrest Systems • Considerations for Fall Arrest • Selection of suitable Personal Protective

Equipment for WAH activities • Pre and post check on Personal Fall

Protection Equipment

5 Fall Prevention Plan (FPP) • Understand the elements of Fall Prevention

Plan - Policy for Fall Prevention - Responsibilities of key stakeholders - Risk Assessment and Control Measures

for WAH - Safe Work Procedures - WAH Equipment - Inspection and Maintenance of WAH

equipment - Training requirements - Incident Investigations - Emergency Preparedness for fall rescue

- First Response

• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of Fall Prevention Plan

Theory 120mins LO5

6 WAH Implementation and Monitoring Programme • Design out WAH risk • Stakeholders responsible for WAH activities • Effective Implementation of FPP • Monitoring regime for WAH Activities • Maintenance of FPE

Theory 30mins LO6

7 Individual Fall Protection equipment and First line Response in emergency Station 1: Inspecting fall prevention and fall protection equipment Station 2: Donning, checking and correcting harness Fitting

Practical 360mins LO7


Approved Training Syllabus Managing Work-at-Heights





Station 3: Using twin lanyard to maintaining 100% tie-off Station 4: Traversing using Horizontal Lifeline Station 5: Identification of fragile surface (skylight) and avoidance Station 6: Ascending vertical lifeline using Fall Arrestor Station 7: Using Travel/Work Restraint System Station 8: Descending with Self-Retractable Lifeline (SRL) Station 9: Harness Suspension & Use of self-relief technique Station 10: Responding to a Fall Emergency Station 11: Gaining access into a simulated pits and tanks using a twin lanyard to ascend a vertical ladder (First-man out) Station 12 : Installation of temporary anchor point using work positioning system (Demonstration) Station 13: Safe use of A-frame ladders. Station 14: Safe use of Step platform ladder

8 Written Assessment 120 9 Practical Performance 180 1,230

(20.5 hours)


Declaration by LSP

I hereby declare that all the training materials and related particulars / information given are true and correct.

Name of LSP

Name of Applicant

Designation of Applicant

Applicant’s Signature

Date

Head/Principal’s Signature

Date


Annex B

MANAGING WORK-AT-HEIGHTS

ASSESSMENT PLAN


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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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1. Overview 22

2. Summary of assessment tools and duration 23

3. Instruction for conduct of assessment 24

4. Assessment instruments 26

5. Assessment record 27


1. Overview This document outlines the conduct of assessment for Managing Work-at-Heights. 1.1 Requirements for Assessor 1.2 Assessments can only be carried out by approved assessors for this unit. The approved assessors must have the following qualifications:

a. Specialist Diploma in Workplace Safety and Health; b. Attended and passed the MOM accredited Work-At-Heights (WAH)

Train-The-Trainer course; c. Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment (ACTA); d. 3 or more years of working experience as Project Manager /

Operations Manager or equivalent; e. 3 or more years of relevant Work-at-Height experience.

1.3 Conduct of assessment

1.3.1 Assessment must be conducted strictly in accordance with the assessment plan. In particular, each candidate must complete all the assessment requirements in the time allocated.

1.3.2 A judgment on the competency of the candidate must only be made

based on the evidence gathered. The evidence for each of the assessment instrument is given in the suggested response.

1.4 Recording and reporting of assessment outcome

1.4.1 All assessment outcomes must be accurately recorded in the assessment summary record form.

1.4.2 Assessment outcome will be communicated to the candidate at the end

of the assessment.

1.4.3 The record of the assessment result for each candidate must be kept for 2 years for inspection by MOM/SAC/CB.


2. Summary of assessment instrument and duration

S/N Learning Outcome Assessment Method

1. Identify, explain and apply the relevant Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) Legislations / Approved Code of Practice / Singapore Standards applicable to Work-at-Heights (WAH)

WA

2. Identify and explain the Roles & Responsibilities of stakeholders, competent and responsible persons

WA

3. Identify hazards, evaluate the risk, and implement

control measures for WAH activities

WA

4. Review the necessary fall preventive / protective control measures for safe execution of WAH activities

WA

5. Establish, evaluate, review and implement a Fall Prevention Plan WA

6. Establish and implement a system for an effective monitoring and control of WAH risks

WA

7. Demonstrate competency in donning, checking and correcting of Individual Fall Protection Equipment and Responding to a fall emergency.

PP

WA = Written Assessment; PP = Practical Performance

S/N Assessment Instrument Duration

AA1. Written Assessment Paper 120 mins

AA2. Practical Performance 180 mins

Total 300 mins

Note: The LSP shall not conduct the written test on the first day of training.


3. Instruction for conduct of assessment 3.1 Written Assessment These instructions concern the use of written test to assess the learner’s competence.

S/N Specification item

Details on specification

1. Learning outcome

1-6 (Refer to Annex A)

2. Duration 120 mins

3. Venue Classroom

4. Set Up 1. Classroom setup for 20 Learners 2. Table & chair for individual seating 3. Projector & monitor 4. Whiteboard & markers of different colours 5. Whiteboard duster 6. Blue or black pens 7. A4 paper 8. Assessment papers 9. Answer sheet

5. Conduct of the Written Assessment

1. Brief learners to check if they have been given the right assessment paper

2. Inform learners on the time given for the assessment. 3. Remind them it is an open book assessment. 4. Sharing of materials and communication between/among candidates

during the assessment is strictly NOT ALLOWED 5. LSPs are to provide the following official references to each Learner:

a. Code of practice for working safely at heights b. Anchorage, Lifelines and Temporary Edge Protection Systems c. Personal protective equipment for work at heights d. Working safely on roofs

** LSPs shall make available sufficient copies of the Code of Practice for Working at Heights for the learners to refer to. LSPs are to retrieve the collaterals after each course and assessment and ensure that all collaterals shall be clean and free of any markings or answers.

6. Candidates are allowed to ask the Assessor to explain the question. 7. In order to be considered competent, the candidate must achieve at

least a 70% pass rate for the theory component.

6. Recording the Assessment Result

1. Record findings and conclusions in the Assessment Record for Written Assessment under “Comments” column of the Assessment Record.

2. Record final marks attained.

7. Feedback 1. Inform and advice candidate on weaknesses and how to overcome such weaknesses.

2. Inform candidate on the final results of the assessment.


3.2 Practical Performance These guidelines concern assessing the learners through practical performance to verify that the learners are competent.

S/N Specification item

Details on specification

1. Learning outcome

7 (Refer to Annex A)

2. Duration 180 mins

3. Venue Work At Heights Structure

4. Set Up Refer to Annex C

5. Conduct of the Assessment

1. Learners/learners will be assessed individually for:- • Inspecting the fall protection equipment for defects • Harness fitting • Usage of Twin Lanyard to maintain 100% tie-off • Traversing using Horizontal Lifelines • Identification of a fragile surface (skylight) and avoidance • Ascending with Fall Arrestors and Vertical Lifelines • Using Travel/Work Restrain System • Ascending and descending with Self-Retracting Lifeline • Safe use of ladder – 3 point contact • Use of self-relief technique during harness suspension • Responding to a fall emergency

2. Learners must achieve 100% to be considered competent.

3. The learner/learner must pass all the components of the practical assessment. However, the learner is allowed to make no more than 3 mistakes cumulatively in his full practical assessment. He would then be allowed to re-take the assessment a second time after he has reviewed his own mistakes and coached by his approved facilitator. In the event the learner makes more than 3 mistakes, he fails the assessment and would be required to re-course. Only two assessment attempts are allowed for each learner per practical assessment.

8. Recording the Assessment Result

1. Record findings and conclusions in the Assessment Record under “Comments” column of the Assessment Record.

2. Record final marks attained.

9. Feedback 1. Inform and advice candidate on weaknesses and how to overcome such weaknesses.

2. Inform candidate on the final results of the assessment.


ASSESSMENT INSTRUMENTS

Assessment/test papers and the solutions will be provided by MOM/SAC/CB


ASSESSMENT RECORD

Managing Work-at-Heights

Approved Assessment Centre:

Learner Name:

(As in NRIC/Passport)

NRIC/Passport: Course Dates:

S/N Learning Outcome

Assessment Instrument

Comments

WA

1. Identify, explain and apply the relevant Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) Legislations / Approved Code of Practice / Singapore Standards applicable to Work-at-Heights (WAH)

2. Identify and explain the Roles & Responsibilities of stakeholders, competent and responsible persons

3. Identify hazards, evaluate the risk, and implement control measures for WAH activities

4. Review the necessary fall preventive / protective control measures for safe execution of WAH activities

5. Establish, evaluate, review and implement a Fall Prevention Plan

6. Establish and implement a system for an effective monitoring and control of WAH risks

Marks

WA = Written Assessment; PP = Practical Performance


S/N Station

Assessment Instrument

Comments

PP

7. Demonstrate competency in donning, checking and correcting of Individual Fall Protection Equipment and Responding to a fall emergency.

Refer to Facilitator’s Guide -“Activity Guide”

Station 1: Inspecting fall prevention and fall protection equipment

Station 2: Donning, checking and correcting harness Fitting

Station 3: Using twin lanyard to maintaining 100% tie-off

Station 4: Traversing using Horizontal Lifeline

Station 5: Identification of fragile surface (skylight) and avoidance

Station 6: Ascending vertical lifeline using Fall Arrestor

Safe use of ladder – 3-point contact

Station 7: Using Travel/Work Restraint System

Station 8: Descending with Self-Retractable Lifeline (SRL)

Station 9: Harness Suspension & Use of self-relief technique

Station 10: Responding to a Fall Emergency

Pass / Fail


Overall Assessment The learner has been assessed as (tick appropriate box):

� Pass

� Fail

Assessor’s Signature

Name:

Date:


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