Working at Height

Working at Height Training Ireland | Ladders, Towers & MEWP Certification

Train Safely, Prevent Falls, Comply with Irish Law – Safety Squad Delivers Nationwide

Falls from height are one of the leading causes of serious injury and fatality in Irish workplaces. Under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007, employers must ensure all staff working at height are trained and competent.

With over 800 five-star Google reviews, Safety Squad provides expert Working at Height Training across Ireland, covering ladders, harnesses, towers, and MEWPs, with online and onsite delivery options.


Why Working at Height Training Is Important

  • Required under Irish workplace legislation
  • Prevents falls, injuries, and equipment misuse
  • Protects workers using ladders, harnesses, towers or powered platforms
  • Reduces accident-related downtime and insurance claims
  • Essential for construction, maintenance, facilities, and utilities teams
  • Backed by €6.5 million professional indemnity insurance

Working at Height Course Options

Ladders & Harness Use Training

  • For employees using ladders or fall arrest systems
  • Covers inspection, setup, angle, access, and ladder safety
  • Harness fitting, pre-use checks, and anchor points
  • Fall prevention, restraint systems, and rescue basics
  • Suitable for low- to medium-risk environments
  • Certification valid for 3 years

Mobile Access Towers Training (Towers)

  • For staff erecting or using aluminium tower scaffolds (PASMA equivalent)
  • Covers safe assembly, dismantling, use, and fall prevention
  • Hazards, stability, and rescue procedures
  • Ideal for maintenance, facility management, or short-term access needs
  • Certification valid for 5 years

MEWP Training (Mobile Elevated Work Platforms)

  • For scissor lift, boom lift, and cherry picker operators
  • IPAF-standard MEWP training
  • Includes safe operation, controls, harness use, platform stability, and emergency lowering
  • Suitable for construction, warehousing, industrial and high-access tasks
  • Certification valid for 5 years

Why Choose Safety Squad

  • Over 800 five-star Google reviews – proven and trusted nationwide
  • €6.5 million insurance cover – full professional indemnity
  • Trainers with real-world experience in construction, facilities, and logistics
  • One limited company for all your workplace safety needs
  • Digital registration, QR code access, and online learner materials included
  • Training delivered onsite, online (where applicable), or at our centres

Call to Action: Squad Goals = Saves Lives

Falls from height are preventable. Proper training saves lives, reduces risk, and meets legal obligations. Make sure your team is certified and confident.

Book your Working at Height Training with Safety Squad today.


Training Delivery Options

  • Onsite training at your workplace or Safety Squad training centres
  • Online modules and blended options available for selected components
  • Digital registration and downloadable materials included with all training

Why Customers Choose Safety Squad

  • Choose from 3 practical working at height options to fit your job roles
  • Bundle with manual handling, abrasive wheels, or ERT for savings
  • Celebrating 10 years in 2026 of training Ireland’s safest workplaces
  • Consistent, nationwide service from one trusted provider
  • Training, consultancy, safety products, and compliance support in one place

More Than Just Height Safety

Our clients also rely on Safety Squad for:

  • Site safety audits and working at height risk assessments
  • Custom training programmes for construction, telecoms, and maintenance
  • Online store at safetysquad.shop for harnesses, helmets, signage and PPE
  • Fire and emergency response training via firesquad.ie
  • Safety Squad App for managing training records and safety compliance
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