Too often, fall protection training is delivered as one-size-fits-all. The depth and scope of
training should reflect everyone's role at the worksite. Not every worker needs to attend a
comprehensive Competent Person course. For most field workers, an Authorized Person
level of training is more appropriate and effective.
OSHA-Aligned.
Role-Defined.
Training That Fits the Role-Not the Assumption
Too often, fall protection training is delivered as one-size-fits-all. The depth and scope of
training should reflect everyone's role at the worksite. Not every worker needs to attend a
comprehensive Competent Person course. For most field workers, an Authorized Person
level of training is more appropriate and effective.
Backed by Standards. Built for Clarity.
FT-Xpert training courses comply with the latest fall protection standards and regulations, including:
• ANSI/ASSP Z359.2-2023
• OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subpart D (General Industry)
• OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart M (Construction)
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| Course | Authorized Person | Authorized Person (Advanced) | Competent Person | Competent Person (EM385) | Equipment Inspector |
| Goal | Teaches basic knowledge and skills to recognize fall hazards, understand protection systems, and follow safe practices. | Provides a deeper understanding of fall protection, helping participants identify complex hazards and apply advanced strategies. | Covers how to manage fall protection systems, including selection, use, maintenance, and oversight of safe work practices. | Prepares participants to follow EM 385-1-1 rules for fall protection on US Army Corps of Engineers projects, focusing on safety and system use. | Trains participants to inspect fall protection equipment, spot damage or defects, and decide if gear is safe to use. |
| Length | 4 Hours | 8 Hours | 16 Hours | 24 Hours | 4 Hours |
| Depth | Foundational | Expanded | Extensive | Extensive | Extensive |
| Learning Labs | 2 Labs | 5 Labs | 10 Labs | 15 Labs | 1 Lab |
| Target Audience | Field Workers | Field Workers | Supervisors Safety Personnel Program Managers | Supervisors Safety Personnel Program Managers | Supervisors Safety Personnel Program Managers Tool Room Attendants |
| Contents | Fall Protection Fundamentals Regulatory Requirements Anchor Points Body Wear Connectors Lifelines Field User Inspections | Facts of Falling Fall Safety Governance Regulatory Requirements Mitigation Methods Anchor Points Body Wear Connectors Lifelines Basic Clearance Calculations Rescue Overview Field User Inspections Equipment Care | Facts of Falling Fall Safety Governance Regulatory Requirements Mitigation Methods Anchor Points Body Wear Connectors Lifelines and Systems Advanced Clearance Calculations Rescue Requirements Fall Protection for Tools Competent-Level Inspections Storage and Maintenance Practices Developing a Solution | Facts of Falling Fall Safety Governance Regulatory Requirements Mitigation Methods Anchor Points Body Wear Connectors Lifelines and Systems Advanced Clearance Calculations Rescue Requirements Fall Protection for Tools Competent-Level Inspections Storage and Maintenance Practices Developing a Solution EM385 Fall Protection Standard Scene Assessment | Competent Person Inspections ANSI Std. Z359 OSHA Reg. 1910 OSHA Reg. 1926 |