19.09.2017

FASET edge protection course

FASET, the UK safety net association has developed a training, assessment and certification scheme for those installing edge protection systems complying with the EN 13374 standard. Those graduating from the course will receive a CSCS ‘Edge Protection Installer’ skilled worker card.
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FASET is launching a training course and assessment scheme for the installation of edge protection

FASET chairman Rob Harris said: “The benefit of this scheme is the focus on the edge protection standard. BS EN 13374 incorporates a range of components including nets, mesh panel, scaffold fittings and tube. It is not scaffolding and this has been confirmed by the HSE’s Construction Sector Safety Unit. It is not a turn up and get a ticket training course. We recognise the previous experience of each learner during their assessment. Some will require additional supervised on site experience before undergoing another on site assessment.”

“Working with CSCS in issuing the qualification, successful completion of the training will be rewarded with a Blue CSCS skilled worker card with the occupation title ‘Edge Protection Installer. The FASET training scheme results in a recognised card specifically for the installation of BS EN 13374 edge protection and this is something principal contractors and roofing contractors need to consider when selecting a competent installer of roof edge protection.”