Fall Protection Training
Upcoming Courses
Competent Person Training
- February 4-6, 2025
(Las Vegas, NV) - April 22-24, 2025
(New Orleans, LA) - June 10-12, 2025
(Chicago, IL) - September 16-18, 2025
(Dayton, OH) - December 2-4, 2025
(Dallas, TX)
Gain life-saving skills from unbiased experts.
A fall protection program is only as effective as the knowledge and expertise of those who design, follow and enforce it.
That’s why, at LJB University, we specialize in fall protection training that’s hands-on and comprehensive—no matter your level of expertise. Our fall protection courses combine regulations, standards and best practices with information on equipment use and limitations, enabling you to identify and correct potential fall protection issues before they arise.
LJB does not manufacture, distribute or sell fall protection equipment. Our instructors are unbiased experts whose only concern is improving safety at your organization.
Thousands of safety professionals have trusted LJB University for fall protection training, including our authorized person, competent person and qualified person courses:
Authorized Person
Course Duration:
Initial: 2 Days (16 Hours)
Refresher: 1 Day (8 Hours)
Do you work at heights and need to know how to protect yourself and others from falling? Do you want to learn the basics of fall protection and how to use the equipment correctly? If so, sign up for our Authorized Person Fall Protection course!
LJB’s Authorized Person Fall Protection course is designed for anyone who uses fall protection equipment in their daily work and needs to be aware of fall risks in their work environment. You will learn the basics of fall protection, such as the types of fall hazards, the components of a fall protection system, the proper use and inspection of fall protection equipment, and the rescue procedures in the event of a fall. You will also participate in firsthand exercises to practice using fall protection equipment safely and effectively.
This course is a mix of classroom instruction and hands-on practice. You will get to see and handle diverse types of fall protection equipment and learn how to wear and use them properly. You will also get to participate in simulated fall scenarios and exercises that will challenge your knowledge and skills.
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Understand and follow the OSHA, ANSI, and local regulations and standards for fall protection
- Identify and assess fall hazards in your work area
- Choose the appropriate fall protection system for your task
- Inspect and maintain your fall protection equipment
- Don and doff your fall protection equipment correctly
- Perform a pre-use inspection and a buddy check
- Calculate your fall clearance and swing fall
- Rescue yourself or a co-worker after a fall
- Report and document fall protection activities and incidents
This course requires a written test and a practical evaluation. Upon successful completion, you will receive a certificate that recognizes you as an Authorized Person for fall protection. This certificate is valid for two years and can be renewed by taking a refresher course.
Competent Person
Course Duration:
Initial: 3-5 Days (24-40 Hours)
Refresher: 2-3 Days (16-24 Hours)
Are you ready to take your fall protection knowledge to the next level? Do you want to be the point of reference for managing and implementing a fall protection program in your workplace? If so, then you need to enroll in our Competent Person Fall Protection course!
LJB’s Competent Person Fall Protection course is designed for supervisors, managers, and safety professionals who are responsible for overseeing and ensuring the safety of workers at heights. You will learn how to identify, evaluate, and control fall hazards, as well as how to select, use, and inspect fall protection equipment. You will learn how to develop and maintain fall protection and rescue procedures, as well as how to comply with OSHA, ANSI, and local regulations.
This course is not your typical classroom lecture. You will get firsthand experience with practical scenarios and exercises that simulate real-world situations. You will be challenged to apply your knowledge and skills to solve problems and make decisions.
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Recognize and assess fall hazards in your workplace
- Apply the hierarchy of controls to eliminate or reduce fall hazards
- Understand and follow the OSHA, ANSI, and local regulations and standards for fall protection
- Select, use, and inspect appropriate fall protection equipment, such as anchors, body wear, and connecting devices
- Calculate fall clearances and minimize fall forces
- Develop and implement a fall protection procedure and rescue plan
- Perform formal inspections and maintenance of fall protection equipment
Upon successful completion, you will receive a certificate that recognizes you as a Competent Person for fall protection as well as IACET CEU’s. This certificate is valid for two years and can be renewed by taking a refresher course.
Do not miss this opportunity to advance your career and enhance your safety culture. Register today for our Competent Person Fall Protection course and become a leader in fall protection!
Qualified Person
In this highly interactive guided simulation, you will gain the skills required to become a fall protection qualified person. Instructors will coach you through the process of designing and certifying three active fall protection systems. You’ll then design a fall protection system on your own that your instructors will evaluate, providing you an opportunity to address requirements specific to your organization.
Who should attend:
Anyone responsible for design-related projects and whose work involves addressing fall protection issues and supervising workers at heights, including safety engineering professionals, project engineers, facilities engineers, and civil, structural, mechanical, stress, electrical, and chemical design engineers
Duration: 5 days (40 hours)
Our competent person fall protection course complies with U.S. Army Corps of Engineer EM 385 requirements, and the content in both our competent person and qualified person fall protection courses exceeds the training performance criteria set forth by OSHA and the current criteria from the ANSI Z359.2-2017 standard.
The training also conforms to American National Standard Z490.1, Criteria for Accepted Practices in Safety, Health, and Environmental Training.
What LJB University students say
“The training was a big eye opener for me. I thought I knew a lot about fall protection but realized I didn’t – at least the proper stuff. I would recommend this course to anyone who deals with fall protection in their work environment.”
Technical Sergeant, Air Force Reserve Command
“I was so impressed with LJB’s fall protection training that I recommended it for every contractor on our site. If everyone has this level of fall protection knowledge, we can significantly reduce fall risk at our site.”
Safety Representative, Husky Lima Refinery
“I’ve been in safety for more than 30 years and have never had a class on fall protection that was this good.”
Trade Supervisor, Amway Corporation
“This is my 4th Competent Person course. The new info learned and reinforcement of current knowledge was the best by far.”
Field Safety Manager, Tremco