3M Fall Protection - Authorized Person Comprehensive | In-Person

Each year, numerous workers suffer the traumatic effects of a fall from height. Workers need to understand these dangers and the options available to help mitigate this hazard. The methods used to protect oneself at height can vary between situations, thus requiring comprehensive training.

This comprehensive Fall Protection course is designed by 3M and provides BCCSA and NCSO/NHSA approved certification. The course is suited for those who perform work duties at height in various at-height jobsite situations and will be responsible for selecting and utilizing the appropriate system components. The course material will provide students with an engaging and enjoyable learning environment.

In addition to the general principles of working safely at height, this one-day course also covers common fall protection systems, providing knowledge on selection, set-up, and usage. A variety of instructional techniques, including challenge questions, workbook exercises, and practical learning applications, will be used to educate course participants. The curriculum will cover proper pre-use inspection, harness donning, system selection, and system set-up.

• Fall hazard identification
• Fundamentals of working at height
• Fall protection oversight
• Passive systems
• Administrative controls
• Fall arrest system components
• Harness donning and inspection
• Equipment care
• Rescue requirements
• System selection and set-up

8 hour in-person training course

Elyse Taylor | Health and Safety Consulting, Evolv3 Solutions & BCCSA

Elyse Taylor is an accomplished health and safety professional with extensive expertise in various industries, including oil and gas, construction, and healthcare. With many years of hands-on experience as an OFA oilfield medic and an occupational health and safety manager, Elyse understands the unique challenges employers face in meeting their legislative and ethical health and safety responsibilities.

Elyse earned her CSO certification in 2013, showcasing her strong commitment to occupational safety. In her pursuit of continuous professional development, she obtained a Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety from Simon Fraser University in 2017. Elyse also holds the esteemed CHSC (Certified Health and Safety Consultant) designation from the Canadian Society of Safety Engineering (CSSE) and the NCSO® (National Construction Safety Officer) designation from the BC Construction Safety Alliance (BCCSA). These qualifications equip her with extensive knowledge and skills to expertly manage health and safety challenges across diverse environments.

Elyse currently serves as the Vancouver Island Regional Safety Advisor (RSA) for the British Columbia Construction Safety Alliance (BCCSA). In this role, she assists BC construction employers in developing and implementing safety systems and processes that align with BC COR audit standards and WorkSafeBC compliance requirements.