Working at Height Training Course
An online awareness programme that teaches individuals how to work safely above ground level — whether using ladders, scaffolding, MEWPs or other access equipment. RoSPA-approved and CPD-certified, mapped to the Work at Height Regulations 2005.
- Level
- Awareness
- Format
- 100% online
- Duration
- 30-60 mins
- Modules
- 5 modules
- Assessment
- Multiple-choice exam
- Pass mark
- 80% · free unlimited retakes
- Certificate
- Digital PDF
- Accreditation
- RoSPA · CPD
What is the Working at Height Training Course?
The Working at Height Training Course is an online awareness programme designed to teach individuals how to work safely above ground level — whether using ladders, scaffolding, MEWPs or other access equipment. It helps reduce the risk of falls, injuries and accidents caused by unsafe work at height practices.
This RoSPA-approved and CPD-accredited online course follows the Work at Height Regulations 2005, making it ideal for anyone whose role involves working at height — including construction workers, roofers, maintenance staff, window cleaners and telecom engineers.
Studied entirely online and at your own pace, you'll receive an instant digital certificate the moment you pass — fully downloadable and printable for your records or your employer's audit file. The Working at Heights Course is part of Online CPD Academy.
What you'll learn
By the end of this working at height training, you'll know how to:
- Identify when a task counts as work at height — including work at or below ground level
- Apply the hierarchy of control measures (avoid, prevent, minimise) under the Work at Height Regulations 2005
- Carry out a working at height risk assessment and put sensible control measures in place
- Use ladders, scaffolding, MEWPs and other access equipment safely
- Inspect and wear fall protection equipment, including harnesses and lanyards
- Recognise the common causes of falls and how to prevent accidents on site
- Understand the legal obligations of both employers and employees under UK health and safety law
Practical, workplace-ready height safety training
This course walks you through real work-at-height scenarios — choosing the right access equipment, inspecting harnesses and lanyards, assessing the risks and preventing falls — so you’re confident and compliant from day one.
It’s all online and self-paced, with short, easy-to-follow modules you can complete online in 30-60 minutes.
Course content
Five short, interactive modules, each with questions and short reviews to reinforce learning ahead of the final multiple-choice assessment. Tap a module to see what's covered.
1Introduction to Working at HeightWhat it is and why it matters.
What's covered
- What "working at height" legally means — including work at or below ground level
- Why falls from height remain a leading cause of workplace fatalities
- An overview of the Work at Height Regulations 2005
- Who is responsible for height safety — employers and employees
2Understanding the Risks and HazardsSpotting what causes falls.
What's covered
- The most common causes of falls from height
- Fragile surfaces, roof edges, openings and unprotected edges
- Weather, lighting and ground conditions
- Falling objects and the risk to people working below
3Using Ladders, Platforms & Fall Protection EquipmentThe right equipment, used safely.
What's covered
- Safe selection, inspection and use of ladders and stepladders
- Podium steps, towers, scaffolds and MEWPs (cherry pickers)
- Fall protection PPE — harnesses, lanyards and anchor points
- Pre-use checks and when equipment must be taken out of service
4Risk Assessment and Safe Work PracticesPlanning the job safely.
What's covered
- Carrying out a working at height risk assessment
- The hierarchy of control — avoid, prevent, minimise
- Safe systems of work, permits and method statements
- Rescue planning and emergency procedures
5Legal Responsibilities under the Work at Height Regulations 2005Your duties and how to comply.
What's covered
- Employer and employee duties under the Regulations
- Competence, supervision and training requirements
- Record-keeping, inspection and maintenance duties
- How compliance protects people and your business
Assessment & certificate
To earn your certificate you'll complete a multiple-choice final assessment with a 80% pass mark. Don't pass first time? Retake it free, as many times as you need.
The moment you pass, your digital certificate is generated instantly and is fully downloadable and printable for your records or your employer's audit file. It is RoSPA assured and CPD certified, shows the course name and completion date, and carries a recommended expiry date of three years from issue.
Who is this course for?
This working at height training is ideal for anyone whose role involves working above ground level, including:
- Construction workers, roofers and scaffolders
- Building maintenance and facilities staff
- Window cleaners
- Warehouse and logistics employees working at height
- Telecom and utility engineers
- Painters, decorators and signage installers
- Site managers, supervisors and health & safety officers
It provides general awareness of safe working at height. For specialist tasks — such as complex rope access or advanced rescue — additional practical, task-specific training may also be required by your risk assessment.
Why take this course?
Training your whole team
Buy any number of seats in a single transaction, assign them to colleagues whenever you need to, and keep everything organised under one admin account. New starter joining next month? Buy the seat now and assign it the day they walk in.
One admin, unlimited learners
Assign courses and individual login details in seconds from a single admin login.
Live progress tracking
See who's completed, who's in progress and who hasn't started — so you can follow up before an inspection.
Automatic certificates
Every successful completion is logged against the learner's name and ready to download.
Audit-ready records
Completion dates, certificate numbers and expiry dates are stored centrally for inspections and audits.
Add new starters anytime
Buy seats now and assign them as people join — unused seats never expire.
One invoice, bulk discount
A single payment with the bulk discount applied automatically, plus a VAT receipt for your accounts team.
Bigger orders = bigger discounts
The more seats you buy, the more you save — discounts apply automatically across your whole order.
Discounts are applied automatically at checkout based on your total quantity.
Approvals & accreditations
Your certificate, ready the moment you pass
The second you finish the assessment, a printable PDF certificate is ready to download. RoSPA-accredited, CPD-certified and recognised by employers, insurers and enforcement authorities across the UK.
- ✓High-resolution, printable PDF certificate
- ✓Carries RoSPA & CPD accreditation marks and a unique ID
- ✓Available the moment you pass, with a 3-year recommended expiry
Certified in three simple steps
No classrooms, no printing, no waiting around. Buy your seats, study online, and walk away with an accredited certificate.
Book your place online
Buy one seat for yourself or a batch for your team — bulk discounts apply automatically. Your login details arrive by email within about a minute.
Learn at your own pace
Work through five short, interactive modules online. Pause and resume whenever suits — most learners finish in 30-60 minutes.
Pass and get certified instantly
Answer the end-of-course multiple-choice questions and download your RoSPA-accredited certificate the moment you pass. Free unlimited retakes if you need them.
Why train with us
Your working at height questions, answered
Everything people ask us before buying — all in one place.
Do the course credits expire? +
No — your course credits never expire until they're used. Buy now and assign them to staff whenever you're ready.
Is working at height training a legal requirement? +
Yes. Under the Work at Height Regulations 2005, employers must ensure anyone working at height is competent — which means properly trained.
What counts as "working at height"? +
Any work in a place where a person could fall a distance liable to cause personal injury — that includes work at or below ground level.
What are the most common causes of falls from height? +
Most workplace fatalities from height involve falls from ladders, falls through fragile roofs, and falls from edges or openings.
What are the "control measures" the course teaches? +
The Work at Height Regulations 2005 set out a clear hierarchy of control measures: first, avoid working at height where possible; second, use equipment to prevent falls; and finally, use equipment to minimise the consequences of a fall.
What height equipment does the course cover? +
The course gives a general awareness of safe use, inspection and selection of ladders, stepladders, podium steps, scaffolding, MEWPs, and fall protection PPE including harnesses, lanyards and anchor points.
How long is the course? +
30-60 minutes. You can complete it in one sitting or break it up and study at your own pace.
Is the course recognised across the UK? +
Yes. RoSPA approval and CPD accreditation make this height training certificate accepted by UK employers, insurers and regulators nationwide.
What's the pass mark and what if I fail? +
80% is the pass mark on the multiple-choice assessment. If you don't make it first time, you can retake it as many times as you need at no extra cost.
Do I get a certificate I can print? +
Yes. Your digital certificate is generated instantly when you pass and is fully downloadable and printable.
How often should I renew my working at height training? +
We recommend refresher training every three years, or sooner if your role changes, the regulations are updated, or your employer's risk assessment requires it.
Does this count towards my CPD? +
Yes. The course is accredited by the CPD Certification Service and counts towards your Continuing Professional Development record.
How quickly can I start after paying? +
Instantly. The moment your payment goes through, your individual login details arrive by email and you can start the course straight away — usually within 60 seconds.
Do I need to install anything? +
No. The course runs entirely online in your browser.
Is your checkout secure? +
Yes. Payments are processed through industry-standard, PCI-compliant payment providers with full SSL encryption.
Can I get a refund if I change my mind? +
Yes. We'll refund you in full as long as you haven't started the course.
Will I get a VAT receipt? +
Yes. A full VAT receipt is emailed automatically the moment payment completes.
What if I forget my login details? +
Use the "Forgot password" link on the login page and you'll be back in within a minute.
What if I get stuck or have a question during the course? +
Our UK-based support team is available Mon–Fri 9am–5pm by phone, email or live chat.
Can I pay by invoice instead of card? +
Yes. For orders of 20 or more seats, we can issue a proforma invoice for payment by BACS.
Do you accept purchase orders? +
Yes. We work with procurement teams across the UK and accept purchase orders on orders of 20 or more seats.
Do unused seats expire? +
No — seats remain on your account until you assign and use them, so you can buy in bulk now and onboard new starters whenever they join.
Can I reassign a seat if an employee leaves before completing the course? +
Yes. As long as the candidate hasn't started the course, you can reassign the seat to another team member from your admin dashboard at no extra charge.
How do you handle our learners' data? +
We're fully GDPR-compliant. Learner data is stored securely on UK/EU servers, only used to deliver the course and certificates, and never shared with third parties.
Work safely at height — certified in 30-60 minutes
Instant access, learn at your own pace, and download your RoSPA-accredited certificate the moment you pass.
Popular working at height guides
Work at Height Regulations 2005 · Risk assessment · Hierarchy of control · Key risks of working at height