Working at Height remains one of the leading causes of workplace fatalities and serious injuries across Malaysia. Whether working on roofs, scaffolding, ladders, elevated work platforms, or steel structures, employees are exposed to significant fall hazards that require proper planning, competent supervision, and adequate training.
At ETAS Excellent, we deliver Working at Height Training in Malaysia designed to help organisations comply with Malaysian Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) legislation while equipping employees with the knowledge and practical skills to work safely at height. Our programme combines classroom learning with practical exercises to ensure participants can confidently identify hazards, use fall protection equipment correctly, and apply safe work practices in real workplace situations.
✔ HRDC Claimable
✔ CCD Points Available (where applicable)
✔ Public & In-House Training
✔ Practical Hands-on Session
✔ Conducted by Experienced Industry Trainers
Why Working at Height Training is Important
Falls from height continue to be one of the most common causes of workplace fatalities and permanent disabilities. Most incidents occur because of poor planning, inadequate supervision, incorrect use of fall protection equipment, or failure to identify hazards before work begins.
Common causes of falls include:
- Improper ladder use
- Unsafe scaffolding
- Unprotected roof edges
- Defective fall protection equipment
- Lack of risk assessment
- Poor housekeeping
- Failure to inspect PPE
- Absence of rescue planning
- Inadequate worker competency
Most of these incidents can be prevented through effective training, hazard identification, risk assessment, and compliance with safe work procedures.
What is Working at Height?
Working at Height refers to any work where a person could fall from one level to another and suffer injury. This includes work performed on:
- Roofs
- Ladders
- Scaffolding
- Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWP)
- Boom Lifts
- Scissor Lifts
- Elevated platforms
- Steel structures
- Catwalks
- Storage racks
- Loading bays
- Towers
- Tanks
- Silos
- Confined spaces involving vertical entry
- Maintenance platforms
Even falls from relatively low heights can result in serious injuries or fatalities.
Malaysian Legal Requirements
Employers have a legal duty to ensure employees work safely at height by providing adequate information, instruction, training, supervision, and appropriate fall protection measures.
This programme is aligned with the principles and requirements of:
- Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994 (Act 514) (Amendment 2022)
- Industry Code of Practice for Working at Height (ICOP WAH)
- Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) Guidelines
- ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health & Safety Management System
Training also supports organisations in fulfilling their legal obligations to reduce workplace risks and prevent fall-related accidents.
Course Objectives
Upon completion of this programme, participants will be able to:
- Understand Working at Height hazards
- Identify fall hazards before commencing work
- Conduct basic risk assessments
- Apply the Hierarchy of Controls
- Select appropriate fall prevention measures
- Inspect and use fall protection equipment correctly
- Demonstrate safe ladder practices
- Understand scaffold safety requirements
- Select suitable anchor points
- Carry out pre-use inspections of PPE
- Understand Permit-to-Work requirements
- Respond appropriately during emergencies
- Comply with Malaysian occupational safety legislation
Who Should Attend?
This programme is suitable for:
- Construction Workers
- Maintenance Personnel
- Engineers
- Supervisors
- Project Managers
- Safety & Health Officers (SHO)
- OSH Coordinators
- Safety Executives
- Site Safety Supervisors
- Facility Management Personnel
- Warehouse Personnel
- Mechanical Technicians
- Electrical Technicians
- Contractors
- Plant Operators
- Anyone required to perform work at height
No prior experience is required.
Course Modules
1. Introduction to Working at Height
Participants will learn:
- Definition of Working at Height
- Accident statistics
- Common causes of falls
- Legal responsibilities
- Employer and employee duties
2. Hazard Identification
Topics include:
- Roof hazards
- Fragile surfaces
- Unprotected edges
- Weather conditions
- Falling objects
- Electrical hazards
- Poor housekeeping
- Unsafe access routes
3. Risk Assessment
Participants will learn how to:
- Identify hazards
- Assess risks
- Evaluate consequences
- Select appropriate control measures
- Review and monitor risks
4. Hierarchy of Controls
Understanding effective fall prevention through:
- Elimination
- Substitution
- Engineering Controls
- Administrative Controls
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
5. Fall Protection Equipment
Practical learning on:
- Full Body Harness
- Shock Absorbing Lanyards
- Self-Retracting Lifelines (SRL)
- Anchor Points
- Horizontal Lifelines
- Vertical Lifelines
- Connectors
- Helmets with Chin Straps
Participants also learn proper inspection, maintenance, and storage of equipment.
6. Safe Ladder Practices
Topics include:
- Ladder selection
- Ladder inspection
- Correct ladder angle
- Three-point contact
- Safe climbing techniques
- Common ladder accidents
- Ladder limitations
7. Scaffold Safety
Participants learn:
- Scaffold hazards
- Safe access and egress
- Guardrails
- Toe boards
- Scaffold inspections
- Safe loading practices
- Scaffold tagging system
8. Permit to Work (PTW)
Understanding:
- Purpose of PTW
- Roles and responsibilities
- Authorisation process
- Isolation requirements
- Communication procedures
9. Emergency Rescue Planning
Participants will understand:
- Suspension trauma
- Rescue planning
- Emergency communication
- Incident response
- First aid considerations
- Importance of rapid rescue
10. Practical Session
Hands-on practical exercises include:
- Harness fitting
- PPE inspection
- Anchor point selection
- Lanyard connection
- Safe ladder climbing
- Hazard identification
- Basic risk assessment
- Safe work planning
Benefits of Working at Height Training
Implementing effective Working at Height training helps organisations:
- Reduce workplace accidents
- Prevent fall-related fatalities
- Improve legal compliance
- Strengthen safety culture
- Increase employee confidence
- Improve hazard awareness
- Reduce lost-time injuries
- Improve operational productivity
- Support ISO 45001 implementation
- Meet client and contractor safety requirements
CCD Points Available
CCD Points: Available (where applicable)
This programme is suitable for Safety and Health Officers (SHOs) and other DOSH-registered competent persons who are required to maintain their professional competency through the Continuing Competency Development (CCD) Programme.
Participants who successfully complete the training may be eligible to claim CCD Points, subject to the latest DOSH Malaysia requirements and approval.
Participants are encouraged to retain their Certificate of Attendance and supporting documents for CCD submission.
Note: CCD Points awarded are subject to the latest DOSH Malaysia Continuing Competency Development (CCD) guidelines.
HRDC Claimable Training
ETAS Excellent is committed to helping Malaysian organisations upskill their workforce through quality occupational safety and health training.
This programme is available as an HRDC Claimable course for eligible employers, allowing organisations to invest in employee competency while maximising available training grants.
Why Choose ETAS Excellent?
ETAS Excellent is a trusted provider of Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) training in Malaysia, delivering practical, engaging, and industry-focused programmes.
Our advantages include:
- HRDC Claimable Programmes
- CCD Points Available (where applicable)
- Public & In-House Training
- Experienced Industry Trainers
- Practical Hands-on Learning
- Interactive Group Activities
- Latest Malaysian Legal Requirements
- Industry Best Practices
- Affordable Corporate Packages
- Nationwide Training Delivery
Our training is designed to help organisations improve safety performance while ensuring employees are competent to work safely at height.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can this course be conducted at our company?
Yes. ETAS Excellent provides In-House Working at Height Training throughout Malaysia.
How long is the course?
The standard programme is 1 day.
Will participants receive a certificate?
Yes. All participants who successfully complete the programme will receive a Certificate of Attendance issued by ETAS Excellent.
Is this course suitable for beginners?
Yes. The programme is suitable for both new employees and experienced personnel requiring refresher training.
Register for Working at Height Training Today
Protect your employees, strengthen your safety culture, and ensure compliance with Malaysian occupational safety requirements through professional Working at Height Training by ETAS Excellent.
Whether you require training for construction projects, manufacturing facilities, warehouses, maintenance teams, utilities, telecommunications, or contractors, we can customise the programme to suit your operational needs.
Contact ETAS Excellent
Website: https://etasexcellent.com.my
Email: training@etasexcellent.com
Phone / WhatsApp: +60 18-314 4182
Training Available: Public & In-House Programmes
Funding: HRDC Claimable (Eligible Employers)
CCD Points: Available (where applicable)
Why Companies Choose ETAS Excellent
- Over 15 years of OSH industry experience
- Practical, engaging, and interactive training methods
- Trainers with real-world industry expertise
- Programmes aligned with Malaysian legislation and industry best practices
- Flexible scheduling across Malaysia
- Competitive corporate training packages
- Trusted by organisations across manufacturing, construction, logistics, healthcare, education, and service industries