Working at Height Training
NPORS Safe Working at Height Training (N404)
Master safe working at height with our NPORS-approved course, covering risk assessment, equipment use, fall prevention and rescue procedures to ensure compliant, confident work at any height.
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Regular courses at our indoor training centre in Blackwood, South Wales, or at your premises.
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Introduction To The Course
What Does Our Safe Working at Height Cover?
Working at height remains one of the leading causes of workplace accidents, but with the right training, every job can be completed safely and efficiently.
Our NPORS-accredited Safe Working at Height Course equips delegates with the essential knowledge and practical skills to identify risks, select the correct access equipment, and implement effective fall-prevention and rescue measures.
When work is carried out at height, a harness is frequently a key safety requirement. That’s why we have merged the NPORS Safe Working at Heights (N404) with the Harness & Fall Arrest programme (N723) to create a focused one-day course designed for anyone whose role involves working above or below ground level.
We are also able to offer our own in-house HOV-accredited training if preferred.
Course Technical Details
Safe Working at Height Licence Details
No previous experience is needed, but a good level of written and spoken English is required.
By the end of the NPORS Safe Working at Height course, candidates will understand:
Legal duties and responsibilities under the current working at height regulations
How to identify, assess, and control height-related risks
Correct selection, inspection, and safe use of access equipment (ladders, towers, MEWPs, etc.)
Fall prevention and arrest systems, including harnesses and anchor points
Safe working practices for roofs, fragile surfaces, and elevated platforms
Emergency and rescue procedures for height-related incidents
How to apply safe systems of work to real-world site situations
Candidates will be required to complete a theory test and demonstrate their practical ability to inspect, set up and use height access equipment.
Upon successful completion, candidates will be issued a traditional NPORS card showing the Safe Working at Height (N404) and Harness & Fall Arrest (N723) qualifications.
Courses run regularly at our purpose-built, indoor training centre in Blackwood, South Wales.
We can also train off-site if required. Please contact us for more information.
NPORS cards are valid for 5 years, after which refresher training is required.
This course is approved for CITB Levy Funding.
As a CITB-Approved Training Organisation (ATO), we can assist employers and individuals in accessing available CITB grants to help cover the cost of the training. Our team will guide you through the funding process to ensure you receive the maximum support available.
Next available date
Tuesday20 October2026
PASMA Towers for Users
- Starts08:00 to 15:30
- Length1 day
- VenueHOV Safety Training, Blackwood
£180per person, includes VAT & exam fees
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More About Our Safe Working at Height
Any activity performed where a person could fall and injure themselves is legally classed as working at height. This includes work on ladders, platforms, scaffolds, MEWPs, rooftops, fragile surfaces, and elevated structures. Without proper training, the risks of falls, equipment misuse, and unsafe behaviour increase significantly.
This course is designed for anyone who works at height, supervises work at height, or is responsible for planning and risk assessing tasks where a fall could occur. Whether your team operates on construction sites, warehouses, industrial environments, or maintenance projects, this training ensures safe working practices are understood and applied correctly.
Choosing an NPORS-approved Working at Height course provides recognised, industry-accepted certification that demonstrates competence and safety awareness. Employers benefit from improved compliance, while delegates gain confidence in safely carrying out work at height tasks.
For teams using MEWPs or mobile access towers, combining this course with IPAF training or PASMA training ensures comprehensive height safety certification and complete site compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our Working At Height Training FAQs
Anyone who is required to work at height, supervise work at height, or plan tasks involving height-related risks should receive appropriate training.
This applies across construction, warehousing, maintenance, facilities management, and many other industries.
We offer a 1-day course which covers Safe Working at Height, along with Harness Safety & Fall Arrest.
No prior experience is required.
Our Safe Working at Height course is suitable for both new and experienced workers who need formal initial or refresher training.
Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a Safe Working at Height and Harness Fall Arrest qualification valid for 5 years.
