Certified EM385-1 Fall Prevention Competent Person Specialist

Course Description

This course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills required to become a Competent Person in fall protection, especially for worksites governed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and its EM 385-1-1 safety manual. The program provides a deep dive into OSHA Subpart M, ANSI standards, and specific USACE requirements for fall protection systems.

Participants will learn to identify fall hazards, select appropriate control measures, and understand the critical roles and responsibilities of a Competent Person. The curriculum covers the components and proper use of Personal Fall Arrest Systems (PFAS) and Personal Fall Restraint Systems, as well as critical topics like rescue at height and the challenges of suspension trauma. This comprehensive training ensures that safety professionals are prepared to manage fall protection programs effectively, conduct thorough inspections, and maintain rigorous compliance with all applicable regulations.

What You'll Learn

• By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
• Identify and evaluate common workplace fall hazards.
• Explain the components, inspection, and maintenance requirements for Personal Fall Arrest Systems (PFAS) and Personal Fall Restraint Systems.
• Detail fall protection training requirements as per OSHA and USACE standards.
• Describe the challenges and planning required for rescue at height, including ANSI Z359.2 requirements.
• Discuss the elements of an effective, site-specific fall protection program.
• Fulfill the duties of a Competent Person as defined by OSHA and USACE, including the authority to stop work and implement corrective actions.
• Achieve a minimum score of 80% on the final course assessment.

Who Should Attend

This course is ideal for professionals responsible for workplace safety, regulatory compliance, and fall protection management, including: Safety Professionals and Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) Practitioners Certified Safety Officers and Safety Coordinators Safety Supervisors and Safety Managers Compliance Officers and Regulatory Compliance Specialists Construction Site Supervisors and Project Managers Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Managers and EHS Professionals Risk Managers and Risk Assessment Professionals Quality Assurance and Compliance Managers Government Safety Inspectors and Regulatory Enforcement Personnel Personnel working on USACE projects or sites governed by EM 385-1-1 Anyone seeking to strengthen their knowledge of fall protection and the competent person role.