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Fall Protection Engineered Systems

Course Overview

The 16 Hour MSA Fall Protection Engineered Systems Installation and Maintenance training course is designed for individuals currently employed by an MSA Latchways Authorized Repair Facility who through their job description will be required to inspect, install, maintain, and recertify MSA Fall Protection engineered systems.

*An initial investment of approximately $20,000 USD for tools and equipment is a required element for this certification.

Horizontal System Module Objectives

  • Demonstrate a basic understanding of system design and interpret a given horizontal system design specification in order to install the system.
  • Explain the use of, and application of a horizontal system.
  • List your responsibilities for the creation and application of local on site and pre start safety plan prior to installation.
  • Select and use the correct tools for a traditional horizontal system installation.
  • Perform pre installation requisites prior to installation.
  • Install a given traditional horizontal system.
  • Certify a traditional horizontal system post installation.

Vertical Module Objectives

  • Explain the theory and use for all vertical systems and application of a given vertical device.
  • Specify a vertical system and list the structural requirements for the installation.
  • Identify and apply components as part of a vertical system for a given structure.
  • List your responsibilities for the creation and application of local on site and pre start safety plan prior to installation.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of and perform pre installation requisites prior to starting the installation.
  • Select and use the correct tools in order to install a vertical system.