Silvercard Use a safety harness system when working at heights unit standard 23229
If you’re working at height, using a safety harness correctly is critical — not just for compliance, but for preventing serious injury or worse. Understanding how to select, fit, inspect, and use height safety equipment is essential for anyone exposed to fall risks.
Unit Standard 23229 covers the safe use of height safety equipment, including harnesses, lanyards, and anchor points. Learners gain the knowledge required to correctly fit and use equipment, identify hazards, carry out pre-use checks, and understand their responsibilities when working at height.
Delivered through the Silvercard programme, this training aligns with NZQA requirements, WorkSafe guidance, and industry best practice, ensuring workers are trained to a nationally consistent and recognised standard.
Prerequisite: There are no prerequisite unit or skill standards required. But please note that US23229 is a pre-requisite for SS40737.
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