This document provides an overview of training requirements and procedures for working at heights on a construction project. It discusses three training modules that must be completed to access structures, including work at heights safety, tower climbing practices, rope access, and emergency retrieval. It outlines the key roles of permit recipient, issuer, and authorizer and their responsibilities for developing work permits, emergency response plans, and ensuring safety procedures are followed for any elevated work. The training covers company policies, forms, and safe work practices for working at heights and climbing structures.

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Working at Heights
Induction
(Structure Climbing)

2. 2
Introduction
• The aim of this session is to provide personnel who will be
involved with working at heights (W@H) activities on this
project with an introduction to the Company W@H systems
and process requirements.
• The session also aims at providing you with the necessary
skills / knowledge to perform your role confidently and safely.
• It is important that you understand clearly your role and
responsibilities when it comes to preparing for, or performing
W@H activities.

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Core training – Pre Requisites
All personnel that intend to access structures MUST have
undertaken specialised training in tower climbing practices that
includes but is not limited to the following:
• Work at Heights (includes basic training of safe work systems,
safety harnesses & fall arrest components & emergency
procedure awareness)
• Tower Climbing Practices including the use of specialised
equipment
• Industrial Rope Access
• Emergency Retrieval and Provisions (Tower Rescue)
Evidence of completion of these, (and completion of this training)
MUST be provided before being permitted to climb on this Project

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Training Modules
Module 1: Introduction to Structure Climbing Requirements
Persons who MUST complete this module include:
Climbing personnel, Supervisor/Leading Hand (of climbing activities),
Persons intending to become a Structure Climbing Permit Recipient,
Permit Issuer or Permit Authoriser.
Module 2: Permit Recipient Training
Persons who MUST complete this module include: Supervisor/Leading
Hand (of climbing activities), Persons intending to become a Structure
Climbing Permit Recipient, Permit Issuer or Permit Authoriser.
Module 3: Permit Issuer/ Authoriser Training
Persons who MUST complete this module include:
Persons intending to become a Permit Issuer or Permit Authoriser.

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Module 1
Introduction to Structure Climbing
Requirements

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Key Procedures that we will be reviewing:
• Working at Heights & Tower Climbing Practices (Procedure 101)
• Structure Climbing Work Permit (Form 101-1)
• Fall Arrest Equip Inspection Checklist (Appendix 101-6)
• Fall Restraint & Fall Arrest Device Inspection Report (Appendix
101-7)
• Notification of Isolated Works
• Emergency and Injury Management for Working on Structures
(Procedure 104)
Introduction to Requirements

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Working at Heights & Tower Climbing Practices (Procedure 101)
All W@H and tower climbing activities shall be planned in accordance with this
procedure.
This procedure describes the fundamental work systems and equipment that are
required to be used where personnel must perform work in an elevated position
and there is the potential for injury due to free fall. It also includes details of
work systems and equipment for specialist structure access.
(Let’s review the document)
NOTE:
Section 5.6.3: NO BACK HOOKING PERMITTED WITH LANYARDS
Section 7: Competency/Training Requirements. Core competencies required before
climbing permitted on project.
Procedures

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Structure Climbing Work Permit (Form 101-1)
Where tower climbing is required a Structure Climbing
Work Permit must be completed. The permit shall
incorporate a documented risk assessment (SWMS/JSA)
before the commencement of work and at any time the
work process changes.
All Climbing Personnel MUST read, understand, and sign
onto the Structure Climbing Work Permit.
(Let’s review the Permit)

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Structure Climbing Emergency Response Plan
Whenever tower climbing is to be performed, a Structure
Climbing Emergency Response Plan must be
established. The contents of this plan MUST be
communicated by the responsible Supervisor to ALL
persons working on the job.
(Let’s review the Plan)

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Fall Arrest Equip Inspection Checklist
(Appendix 101-6)
All equipment should be thoroughly inspected (using this
Checklist) before climbing any structure.
A record of inspection is required every 6 months and should
be recorded either on form Appendix 101-7 Fall Restraint
and Fall Arrest Device Inspection or on an appropriate
register.
(Let’s review the document)

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Notification of Isolated Works
Where the site is considered remote, the nearest local emergency
services shall be made aware of the work being carried out.
The following info must be provided:
• Location map of site and how to access
• Contact name and telephone number of the supervisor
• Duration of the work and hours being worked, inc travel time
A formal system shall be in place with the field crew and supervisor
(Let’s review the document)

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Emergency and Injury Management for Working on Structures
(Procedure 104)
This procedure details the processes to be followed in relation
to Emergency and Injury management for working on
transmission line structures, in order to ensure the safety of
all personnel involved in emergency retrieval.
(Let’s review the document)

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• SWMS must be developed for all W@H activities as a key
part of the job planning.
• SWMS must be submitted to the Project OHS Team for
review and approval prior to any W@H activities
commencing.
• All hazards and controls are to be identified and
communicated with all personnel involved in the activity,
prior to commencing the work.
(Let’s review the document)
Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS)

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• Complete Module1 - Theory Assessment
• If you have any concerns about working at heights, speak
with your Line Supervisor or an OHS Team member.
IF IN DOUBT …. ASK
What Now ???

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Module 2
Permit Recipient Training

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• Typically the role of the Permit Recipient (Structure
Climbing) is performed by the Supervisor / Team Leader
of the work group performing the W@H activities.
• The Project Manager MUST authorise this person to
perform the role, once they have successfully completed
Modules 1 and 2 of this training session.
• The details of the authorised Permit Recipient is recorded
on the Structure Climbing Permit Authority Register for
the Project.
•
Permit Recipient - Role

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Key responsibilities include (but not limited to):
• Raising request for a structure climbing permit
• Assisting Permit Issuer to complete sections 1 & 2 of the permit.
• Signing acceptance of the permit (section 6)
• Communicating permit requirements, inc SWMS & ER plan with work
group.
• Ensuring all climbing personnel sign on to permit and perform
activities in line with the designated SWMS.
• Ensuring permit is located with Hazard Status Board at tower site
and accessible to the work crew. (If more than one site exists under
the permit scope, ensure copy of the permit, SWMS and ER plan are
at each site)
• Sign off and return permit upon work completion. (section 6)
Permit Recipient - Responsibilities

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Lets review and discuss the documents associated with
the role of Permit Recipient and confirm the key activities:
• Structure Climbing Work Permit Guidelines
• Structure Climbing Work Permit
• PAC Projects- Structure Climbing Work Permit
Flowchart
• Structure Climbing Emergency Response Plan
Permit Recipient - Role & Responsibilities

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Complete Module 2 - Theory Assessment
IF IN DOUBT …. ASK
Questions ??

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Module 3
Permit Issuer/ Authoriser Training

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• The role of the Permit Issuer (Structure Climbing) is
performed by a member of the Project OHS Team.
• The Project Manager MUST authorise this person to
perform the role, once they have successfully completed
Modules 1, 2 & 3 of this training module.
• The details of the authorised Permit Issuer is recorded on
the Structure Climbing Permit Authority Register for the
Project.
Permit Issuer - Role

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• The role of the Permit Authoriser (Structure Climbing) is performed
by either the Project Manager or Project Construction Manager.
• In the absence of either of the above, a member of the Project OHS
Team who has successfully completed the JHP PAC Projects -
Working at Heights Modules 1,2,3, may authorise the permit.
• The National Operations Manager MUST authorise these persons to
perform this role, upon successful completion of Modules 1, 2 & 3 of
this training.
• A Structure Climbing Permit Authority Register is maintained for the
Project with details of the Permit Authorisers recorded.
Permit Authoriser - Role

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Key responsibilities include (but not limited to):
• Confirm the requested activity aligns within the construction plan / schedule
with the respective Project Engineer /Supervisor.
• Accurately complete sections 1 and 2 of the Structure Climbing Work Permit
in consultation with the responsible Supervisor/ Team Leader.
• Issue the permit to Supervisor/Team Leader (Auth Permit Recipient).
• Retain copy of permit (& ER Plan) in the Project OHS office for reference
during the Permits period of validity.
• Record Permit details in the “Structure Climbing Work Permit Issue Register”
• File copy of the Permit until return of original from Recipient.
• Monitor expiry dates of open permits and ensure permits Do NOT exceed
period of validity.
• Accept returned/completed Permit upon work completion and file.
• Enter details of completed permit in the “Structure Climbing Work Permit
Issue Register”
Permit Issuer - Responsibilities

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Key responsibilities include (but not limited to):
• Perform overall review of complete permit (particular
focus on Section 2)
• Ensure necessary sign offs on permit are completed.
• Acknowledge and sign approval of Permit (section 6 )
• Review and Approve Section 3 “SPECIAL
REQUIREMENTS” as required
Permit Authoriser - Responsibilities

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Lets review and discuss the documents associated with
the role of Permit Issuer/Authoriser and confirm the key
activities:
• Structure Climbing Work Permit Guidelines
• Structure Climbing Work Permit
• PAC Projects- Structure Climbing Permit Flowchart
• Structure Climbing Emergency Response Plan
• Structure Climbing Permit Register
Responsibilities

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Complete Module 3 - Theory Assessment
REMEMBER - IF IN DOUBT …. ASK
Thank you for your time
Questions ??