Workplace Safety Classes

NATE Competent Tower Climber & Rescuer

Program Details

8 hours (classroom and hands-on)

Prerequisites

Must hold NATE Authorized Climber/ Rescuer Certification and have verified 90 days of climbing experience under the supervision of NATE Trained Competent Tower Climber & Rescue.

Description

Competent Climber/Rescuer is a one-day course designed to exceed OSHA training requirements, NATE CTS for Competent Climber/Rescuer, and ANSI training standards. This certification course is recommended for crew leaders, site supervisors, safety representatives, and tower personnel who are required to be certified as competent climbers/rescuers to oversee work performed by Authorized climbers.

Regulatory

This course meets or exceeds the minimum requirements outlined in the NATE Climber/Rescuer Training Standard (NATE CRTS). Meets/exceeds OSHA and ANSI standards (29 CFR 1910 Subpart D, 29 CFR 1926 Subpart M, and ANSI Z359).

OSHA Definition Of A Competent Person

The OSHA definition of a competent person requires the individual to have the authority to take prompt corrective action. No course alone can provide that authority since it can only be provided by the employer

Class Location: First Choice Safety Solutions Training Center

Duration: 8 Hours