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If your job involves working at heights, it’s important you know the risks associated with the task, as well as the safety precautions you should take.

This Working at Heights Quiz is designed to test the knowledge of employees and supervisors working or managing at heights.  The quiz incorporates regulations and detailed equipment inspection/usage to test the safety knowledge of professionals working at heights.

Start by reading each question and then record your answer before checking if it’s correct. If you have any doubts or concerns, be sure to reach out to your employer or HR department.

And remember: theoretical knowledge can only take safety awareness and prevention so far. Click here for ACUTE’s proven Working at Heights Certification Course, helping clients get certified in 8 hours and developing the skills and confidence to work at new levels of safety.

Working At Heights Health And Safety Quiz

Anyone working on a construction project who will be using fall protection equipment needs Chief Prevention Officer Approved (CPO) Working at Heights Training. This includes, but is not limited to:

  • Travel restraint systems
  • Fall restricting systems
  • Fall arrest systems
  • Safety nets
  • Work belts
  • Safety belts

Workers do not have to complete approved Working at Heights training if their workplaces are not covered by O. Reg. 213/91. There is a limited exemption for workers who are directly employed by an automobile manufacturer or assembler

Working at heights comes with a variety of fall hazards – anything that could cause a tumble. Watch out for:

  • Missing guardrails or other fall protection equipment
  • Misusing safety gear
  • Lacking proper personal protection equipment (PPE)
  • Slippery surfaces from spills or poor housekeeping
  • Workers who haven’t received proper training

To remain CPO compliant, your Working at Heights Training certificate expires after 3 years. Renew your certification by taking a refresher course.

Before assigning workers to any tasks at heights, employers must ensure they complete a CPO-approved Working At Heights Training program delivered by a certified trainer. For more details on employer responsibilities, visit the Working At Heights Training page.

Constructors and employers must ensure adequate fall protection systems are being used where workers are exposed to a fall:

  • Of more than 3 meters from one level to another
  • Of 2.4 meters or more where work is on platforms, scaffolds, ramps, raised floors, mezzanines or balconies
  • Of 1.2 meters or more if the work area is used as a path for a wheelbarrow or similar equipment
  • Into, onto or through operating machinery, liquid, a hazardous substance, hazardous object, or an opening

Fall protection systems include guardrails, travel restraints, fall arrest equipment or safety nets. 

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  • If practicable, a guardrail system should be used.
  • If a guardrail system is not practicable, then a travel restraint system should be used.
  • If a travel restraint system is not practicable, then a fall-restricting system should be used.
  • If a fall-restricting system is not practicable, then a fall-arrest system should be used.
  • If a fall arrest system is not practicable, then a safety net should be used.

During inspections, CPO officials will verify:

  • Fall Hazard Assessment: Employers have properly assessed fall risks.
  • Fall Protection: Appropriate and compliant (National Standards of Canada) fall protection equipment is being used.
  • Equipment Selection & Maintenance: Fall protection is chosen for specific tasks, used correctly, and maintained in good condition.
  • Guardrail Removal Procedures: If guardrails are temporarily removed, alternative fall protection (preventing falls to the ground, lower levels, or objects) is provided with clear warning signage and worker training.
  • Portable Ladder Safety: Portable ladders are either securely fastened at the top and bottom, held in place while used, or positioned with the correct incline (horizontal distance from the top support to the base is 1/4 to 1/3 of ladder length).
  • Fall Protection Training: Workers using fall protection systems receive training on working at heights, the specific site conditions, and the relevant fall protection system (including manufacturer’s instructions).
  • Also, workers’ training records should be available if requested.

The Chief Prevention Officer (CPO) plays a vital role in ensuring workplace safety in Ontario. Here’s a closer look at their key functions:

  • Approving Training Programs: The CPO sets the standards for Working at Heights training programs and grants approval to qualified providers. This ensures all certified training programs meet the high standards set by the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA).
  • Shaping Ontario’s Safety Strategy: The CPO is responsible for developing Ontario’s overall occupational health and safety strategy. This strategy outlines key priorities and initiatives to keep workers safe.
  • Reporting on Workplace Safety: The CPO prepares an annual report on the state of occupational health and safety in Ontario. This report provides valuable insights into workplace safety trends and helps identify areas for improvement.
  • Promoting Workplace Safety: The CPO offers expert advice on preventing workplace injuries and occupational illnesses. They also propose changes to improve the funding and delivery of workplace safety services, ensuring all workers have the resources they need to stay safe.
Working at Heights Training

Employers have three options to confirm a worker’s Working at Heights Training is valid:

  1. Proof of Completion Record: Accept a physical card issued by either the Chief Prevention Officer (CPO) or a CPO-approved training provider.
  2. Ministry Verification (Summer 2024): Coming Soon! With worker consent, access their training information through the Ministry’s secure certification management system (account required).
  3. Ministry Contact (With Consent): Obtain confirmation directly by contacting the Ministry of Labour with the worker’s permission.

You should choose a CPO-Approved Working at Heights Training course because of:

  • Guaranteed Compliance: Training from non-approved providers won’t be recognized by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development. By choosing a CPO-approved trainer like ACUTE, you’re guaranteed to meet all legal requirements and ensure your training is valid.
  • Unmatched Quality: CPO-approved trainers go through a rigorous approval process. This means you can be confident you’ll receive high-quality, comprehensive training that covers all the essential aspects of working safely at heights.

Our Working At Heights Training equips you with the knowledge and skills to stay safe when working at elevated heights. Here’s what you can expect:

  • Master the Rules: Get a clear understanding of Working At Heights legislation.
  • Identify Hazards: Learn to recognize potential fall hazards in the workplace.
  • Plan for Safety: Discover how to develop effective Safe Work Plans to assess and control these hazards.
  • Fall Prevention & Protection: Explore a range of fall prevention strategies and become familiar with different fall protection equipment.
  • Engage with Experts: Benefit from classroom interactions with experienced instructors who can answer your questions.
  • Vivid Scenarios: Work through realistic tabletop exercises to solidify your learning.
  • Detailed Resources: Utilize comprehensive handouts and informative videos for future reference.
  • Test Your Knowledge: Regularly assess your understanding with an ongoing health and safety quiz provided throughout the course.
  • Hands-on Practice: Gain practical experience through demonstrations and hands-on training sessions.
  • Show What You Know: Demonstrate your competency through practical performance evaluations.

And that’s it! If you think you need to improve your knowledge, read below to learn about ACUTE’s Working At Heights Training Program!

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Working at Heights Training (Required by MLITSD)

ACUTE’s Working at Heights training program has been approved by the Chief Prevention Officer under the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development’s Working at Heights Training Program Standard and the Working at Heights Training Provider Standard.

The ACUTE Working at Heights training provides both theoretical and hands-on practical training and evaluation facilitated by highly skilled and competent instructors.

Many workers use EWPs (Elevating Work Platforms) on their job site to access project work at heights.  The Construction Projects Regulation requires that “An elevating work platform shall not be moved unless all workers on it are protected from ejection by being attached to an adequate anchorage point on the elevating work platform by a method of fall protection” [O. Reg. 213/91 s. 148 (1) (d)]

The Construction Projects regulation requires all workers who use/wear fall protection to have received Working at Heights training from a CPO-approved training provider. As such, all operators AND passengers on elevating work platforms used on project sites must have Working at Heights training.

Objective: The purpose of a working at heights training program is to:

  • Strengthen workplace safety culture – by elevating the profile and importance of preventing falls from heights.
  • Knowledge and Safety Practices – provide workers who may be exposed to the hazard of falling with adequate knowledge about fall hazards and general safety practices to work safely at heights.
  • Purpose and Use of Equipment – provide workers who use personal fall protection equipment with sufficient knowledge about its purpose and use.
  • Incident Reduction – reduce the number of fall-from-height incidents, injuries, and fatalities.

See here for full course details.

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Why ACUTE’s Training Stands Above the Rest

Convert theoretical knowledge of working at heights safety to real-world experience. ACUTE’s world-class training offers unparalleled empowerment for employees to work safely and effectively.

 Here are just some of the benefits of working with ACUTE:

  • Fully Immersive Working at Heights Simulators – ACUTE creates a controlled environment where students can experience firsthand the pressures and risks of working at heights. The ACUTE facility offers an immersive training experience that translates directly to your team’s context, meaning your people get the best training available.
  • Open Door Instructor-Student Partnership – ACUTE’s training services emphasize client participation. Staff foster relationships with clients and serve as a touchstone for advice anytime moving forward.
  • Serving Your Team and Industry – With a vast array of clients in manufacturing, construction, health, academic, and government sectors, ACUTE brings the best safety practices from across the spectrum to your workplace.
  • 200 Years Combined Experience – ACUTE provides comprehensive health and safety training, on-site safety services and consulting services. With over 200 years of combined experience, our company staff offer more than theoretical or abstract ideas.  ACUTE offers solutions.
  • Track Record of Success – ACUTE is rated 4.9/5 stars on Google reviews, demonstrating a commitment to our clients, quality, and passion for training.

Contact us today for quality training in your workplace or on-site at ACUTE’s proven training facilities!