ACCESS TOWERS AND LADDERS
The IWH Professional Body’s Access towers and Ladders Chamber represents all persons using Access towers and Ladders.
A mobile access tower is an effective and efficient method of accessing work areas up to a maximum of 8metres (outdoors) and 12metres (indoors).
Ladders are also an effective and efficient method of accessing work areas. Portable ladders are a sensible, practical and safe option for light work for a short duration (maximum 30 minutes) at height.
The IWH Professional Body recognises the following high-risk skills programmes within the Access towers and Ladders industry, and therefore license the competent and experienced persons accordingly:
IWH PB APPROVED LICENSE TO OPERATE specializing as a:
1.
Prefabricated
Tower Erector
The Prefabricated tower erector is able to erect, modify and dismantle free standing prefabricated mobile access towers. The 2 preferred methods used in erecting and dismantling towers are the 3 T (Through The Trap) or AGR (Advanced Guard Rail). Those using mobile access towers will also be trained in the potential danger and precautions required during use.
Criteria for Obtaining Recognition
To be recognised with the IWH Prof Body as a Prefabricated Tower Erector, the licensee must comply with the following minimum requirements:
Academic Component
Must have completed the following NQF registered unit standard:
- Unit Standard 243275: Erect and dismantle prefabricated aluminium alloy scaffolding (Level 1; Credits 4)
- Must also have completed the IWH PB Board-Assessment
(If the person has not completed this training programme but have proof of experience, the person can also complete the IWH PB’s RPL assessment, and if found competent, the person will be licensed accordingly).
(Training and assessment must be conducted by a SETA ETQA/QCTO accredited and IWH Professional Body recognised training provider)
Other criteria
- Must be in possession of a current, valid medical certificate.
- Minimum 18 years of age
- Must renew his/her license every three years to proof that he/she is still able to perform the work competently and safely
Criteria for re-licensing
- Proof of practical workplace experience
- Attendance of CPD workshop/activity
CERTIFIED WORK AT HEIGHT TECHNICIAN specializing as a:
2.
LADDER
USER
The Ladder User is able to inspect, set-up and use a range of portable ladders where he/she has to complete a job. Persons will also understand types, materials and selection of ladders (leaning, standing, extension, and combination ladders (aluminium alloy, wood, steel, composite [fibreglass]) including different lengths and rated loads) and safety rules and requirements.
Criteria for Obtaining Recognition
To be recognised with the IWH Prof Body as a Ladder User, the licensee must comply with the following minimum requirements:
Academic Component
Must have completed the following NQF registered unit standard:
- LNQ Nr 20190039: Erect and Use ladders up to 9m (Level 1; Credits 1)
- Must also have completed the IWH PB Board-Assessment
(If the person has not completed this LNQ but have proof of experience, the person can also complete the IWH PB’s RPL assessment, and if found competent, the person will be licensed accordingly).
(Training and assessment must be conducted by a SETA ETQA/QCTO accredited and IWH Professional Body recognised training provider)
Other criteria
- Must be in possession of a current, valid medical certificate.
- Minimum 18 years of age
- Must renew his/her license every three years to proof that he/she is still able to perform the work competently and safely
Criteria for re-licensing
- Proof of practical workplace experience
- Attendance of CPD workshop/activity