Smart Awards SA051C TETRA Leaning Ladder & Flat Roof Course
The Smart Awards SA051C TETRA Leaning Ladder & Flat Roof Course provides practical working-at-height training for telecommunications, fibre and broadband engineers who need to use leaning ladders, access flat-roof environments and work with TETRA fall-protection equipment. Delegates develop competence in hazard awareness, ladder inspection, harness use, fall-protection systems, safe access and working-at-height procedures. The course includes knowledge-based and practical assessment and is delivered at our specialist training centre in Crewe, Cheshire.
The Smart Awards SA051C TETRA Leaning Ladder & Flat Roof Course provides practical working-at-height training for telecommunications engineers and operatives who need to access leaning ladders and flat-roof environments safely using appropriate fall-protection equipment. The course combines technical knowledge with hands-on training covering ladder access, harness use, lanyards, fall-arrest systems and safe movement between access points and roof areas.
Delegates develop practical competence in equipment inspection, safe ladder use, working-at-height procedures and maintaining control of the work environment throughout the task.
Training is delivered at our specialist centre in Crewe, Cheshire, using realistic equipment and practical assessment scenarios.
About this course:
The Smart Awards SA051C TETRA Leaning Ladder & Flat Roof Course is designed to give telecommunications engineers and operatives the knowledge and practical competence required to access leaning ladders and flat-roof environments safely using appropriate fall-protection equipment.
Delegates develop an understanding of working-at-height hazards, the correct selection and inspection of PPE and the safe use of harnesses, lanyards and associated fall-protection systems. The course also covers safe ladder access, movement between access points and flat-roof areas and maintaining control of the working environment throughout the task.
Training combines technical instruction with practical exercises so delegates can apply the required procedures in realistic telecommunications working-at-height scenarios. The emphasis is on hazard awareness, equipment inspection, safe access techniques, correct use of fall-protection equipment and making safe decisions before and during work at height.
Training is delivered at our specialist centre in Crewe, Cheshire, where delegates complete the required knowledge-based and practical assessment activities for the Smart Awards SA051C TETRA Leaning Ladder & Flat Roof qualification.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of the Smart Awards SA051C TETRA Leaning Ladder & Flat Roof Course, delegates will have developed the knowledge and practical competence required to work safely when using leaning ladders and accessing flat-roof environments using appropriate TETRA fall-protection equipment.
Delegates should be able to:
✓ Recognise common hazards associated with working at height
✓ Understand the risks involved when using leaning ladders and accessing flat roofs
✓ Select appropriate personal protective equipment for working-at-height activities
✓ Inspect harnesses, lanyards and associated fall-protection equipment before use
✓ Fit and adjust a safety harness correctly
✓ Understand the purpose and limitations of personal fall-protection systems
✓ Carry out pre-use checks on leaning ladders and identify defects
✓ Position and secure leaning ladders safely
✓ Apply safe ladder-climbing and access techniques
✓ Move safely between ladder access points and flat-roof areas
✓ Maintain safe positioning while working in exposed areas
✓ Recognise unsafe conditions where work should not proceed
✓ Follow safe systems of work and site procedures
✓ Use TETRA fall-protection equipment correctly during practical exercises
✓ Demonstrate the practical competence required during Smart Awards SA051C assessment activities
Suitable for:
The Smart Awards SA051C TETRA Leaning Ladder & Flat Roof Course is designed for telecommunications engineers, operatives and contractors who need to use leaning ladders, access flat roofs and work with TETRA fall-protection equipment. Delegates must already hold Smart Awards SA001 Overhead Safety before progressing to SA051C.
This course is suitable for:
✓ Telecommunications engineers working at height
✓ Fibre and broadband engineers who use leaning ladders
✓ FTTP deployment engineers
✓ Openreach PIA operatives
✓ Personnel who need to access flat-roof environments
✓ Contractors working on telecommunications and infrastructure projects
✓ Engineers who need to use TETRA fall-protection equipment
✓ Experienced personnel extending their working-at-height competence
✓ Personnel progressing into overhead and access-network activities
✓ Organisations requiring consistent ladder, roof-access and fall-protection standards across field teams
Course modules:
The Smart Awards SA051C TETRA Leaning Ladder & Flat Roof Course is structured around the knowledge and practical skills required to work safely at height using leaning ladders, flat-roof access methods and appropriate TETRA fall-protection equipment. Delegates combine technical instruction with hands-on practical exercises so they can apply safe working procedures in realistic telecommunications environments.
Working at Height Fundamentals
✓ Recognising hazards associated with working at height
✓ Understanding fall risks and safe systems of work
✓ Applying appropriate personal protective equipment requirements
✓ Carrying out pre-task checks and maintaining risk awareness
✓ Identifying unsafe conditions where work should not proceed
Harnesses and Fall-Protection Equipment
✓ Selecting suitable personal fall-protection equipment
✓ Inspecting harnesses, lanyards and associated equipment before use
✓ Correctly fitting and adjusting harnesses
✓ Understanding the purpose and limitations of fall-protection systems
✓ Using TETRA fall-protection equipment safely during working-at-height activities
Leaning Ladder Safety
✓ Carrying out pre-use inspection of leaning ladders
✓ Identifying defects and unsuitable equipment
✓ Positioning and securing ladders correctly
✓ Applying safe climbing and access techniques
✓ Maintaining three points of contact where appropriate
✓ Moving safely between ladder access points and working areas
Flat Roof Access and Working
✓ Recognising hazards associated with flat-roof environments
✓ Accessing and leaving flat roofs safely
✓ Moving and positioning safely on flat-roof areas
✓ Maintaining safe distances from exposed edges and other hazards
✓ Using suitable protection and access equipment
✓ Applying safe working practices in exposed locations
Practical Assessment and Safety Application
✓ Completing practical harness and equipment checks
✓ Setting up and using leaning ladders correctly
✓ Completing flat-roof access and movement exercises
✓ Applying safe systems of work in realistic scenarios
✓ Identifying unsafe equipment, access arrangements and site conditions
✓ Demonstrating the practical competence required during Smart Awards SA051C assessment activities
Certification Information:
On successful completion of the required knowledge and practical assessments, delegates achieve the Smart Awards SA051C TETRA Leaning Ladder & Flat Roof qualification.
The qualification demonstrates that the delegate has been assessed in the knowledge and practical skills required to use leaning ladders safely, access flat-roof environments and use appropriate TETRA fall-protection equipment. This includes equipment inspection, harness use, ladder access, safe positioning and recognised working-at-height procedures.
Delegates must successfully complete the required knowledge-based and practical assessment activities to achieve the qualification.
Entry Requirements
Delegates must hold a valid Smart Awards SA001 Overhead Safety qualification before attending the Smart Awards SA051C TETRA Leaning Ladder & Flat Roof Course.
The course is intended for engineers and operatives who already understand the core safety requirements associated with overhead telecommunications work and are progressing into more advanced working-at-height activities involving leaning ladders, flat roofs and TETRA fall-protection equipment.
Delegates should be physically able to take part in practical working-at-height exercises and be prepared to complete both knowledge-based and practical assessment activities.
Career Progression:
Completing the Smart Awards SA051C TETRA Leaning Ladder & Flat Roof course can support progression into more advanced overhead telecommunications and working-at-height roles. The course builds on the safety foundation provided by SA001 and develops additional competence in ladder access, flat-roof working and the use of TETRA fall-protection equipment.
Recommended progression routes include:
✓ Smart Awards SA024 Pole Top Rescue – for operatives who need to respond to emergencies and carry out rescues from telecommunications poles
✓ Openreach PIA S5 Overhead Surveying – for those moving into overhead route surveying and planning within the Openreach PIA network
✓ Openreach PIA S8 Overhead Cabling – for engineers progressing into overhead cable installation within the Openreach Physical Infrastructure Access network
✓ Openreach PIA S9 Pole Stepping on Congested Poles – for operatives who need to work safely on congested poles where additional pole-stepping techniques and controls are required
✓ Further fibre installation, testing and fault-finding training for delegates progressing into wider telecommunications and network infrastructure roles
These progression routes can help delegates build a broader overhead skill set and move into work involving fibre deployment, pole-based activities, congested pole environments, network surveying and telecommunications infrastructure.
Price:
£220.00 + VAT
Duration:
1 Day.
Course Dates
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Smart Awards SA051C TETRA Leaning Ladder & Flat Roof course?
The Smart Awards SA051C TETRA Leaning Ladder & Flat Roof course is designed for engineers and operatives who need to work safely at height using leaning ladders, flat-roof access methods and appropriate TETRA fall-protection equipment. The training combines knowledge-based learning with practical assessment activities.
Who is the SA051C course suitable for?
The course is suitable for telecommunications engineers, fibre installers, broadband and FTTP engineers, contractors and maintenance personnel who need to use leaning ladders, access flat roofs or work with TETRA fall-protection equipment.
Is SA001 a prerequisite for SA051C?
Yes. Delegates must hold a valid Smart Awards SA001 Overhead Safety qualification before attending the SA051C TETRA Leaning Ladder & Flat Roof course.
What will I learn on the SA051C course?
Delegates learn how to recognise working-at-height hazards, inspect and use harnesses correctly, check and secure leaning ladders, apply safe access techniques, move safely onto flat-roof areas and use TETRA fall-protection equipment correctly.
Does the course include practical training?
Yes. The course includes hands-on practical exercises as well as knowledge-based learning. Delegates take part in supervised activities involving ladder setup, harness inspection and use, access techniques, flat-roof movement and working-at-height procedures.
Does SA051C cover leaning ladder safety?
Yes. Delegates learn how to inspect leaning ladders before use, identify defects, position and secure ladders correctly and apply safe climbing and access techniques.
Does SA051C cover flat-roof access?
Yes. The course covers safe access to, movement within and exit from flat-roof environments, including hazard awareness, safe positioning and the correct use of fall-protection equipment.
Does the course cover harnesses and fall-protection equipment?
Yes. Delegates learn how to inspect, fit and adjust harnesses correctly and how to use associated TETRA fall-protection equipment as part of recognised working-at-height procedures.
What qualification will I receive?
On successful completion of the required knowledge and practical assessments, delegates achieve the Smart Awards SA051C TETRA Leaning Ladder & Flat Roof qualification.
How is the SA051C course assessed?
Assessment includes both knowledge-based and practical activities. Delegates must demonstrate the required standard in equipment inspection, harness use, ladder access, flat-roof access and safe working-at-height procedures.
What courses can I take after SA051C?
Useful progression routes can include Smart Awards SA024 Pole Top Rescue, Openreach PIA S5 Overhead Surveying, Openreach PIA S8 Overhead Cabling and Openreach PIA S9 Pole Stepping on Congested Poles.
Is SA051C useful for fibre broadband and FTTP engineers?
Yes. SA051C is relevant to fibre, broadband and FTTP engineers who may need to access rooftops, use leaning ladders or work in environments where fall-protection equipment is required.
Where is the SA051C training delivered?
Training is delivered at our specialist training centre in Crewe, Cheshire, where delegates complete both knowledge-based and practical activities using realistic working-at-height equipment and access scenarios.
Is SA051C suitable for contractors working on telecom networks?
Yes. The course is suitable for contractors and operatives involved in telecommunications and infrastructure work where safe ladder access, flat-roof access and working-at-height competence are required.