The essential qualification for every worker in a fall risk position. Learn to correctly use harnesses, lanyards, anchor points and lifelines — and walk away with an IWH-recognised certificate on the same day.
This course covers the full range of personal fall arrest equipment. You'll learn to inspect, fit, and use each component correctly before you leave the training venue.
Fall Arrest Level 1 is required for any worker whose tasks place them in a fall risk position — across all industries and sectors.
Level 1 is your starting point. Each course builds on the last, unlocking more responsibility and higher-paying roles on site.
✦ Bundle Level 1 + Level 2 together for R2,000 — save R350 per person.
Fall Arrest Level 1 students from construction, mining, telecoms and solar sectors across South Africa.
"Did the full day course in Johannesburg. Trainer was excellent — very practical, not just theory. Had my IWH certificate before I left the venue. Employer accepted it on the spot."
"Altra Med came to our site in Durban for a group of 8 technicians. Everything was set up and done professionally. The guys really understood the harness and anchor work by the end."
"Needed urgent recertification — my certificate had expired and I had a new project starting Monday. Called on Thursday, done and certified by Friday afternoon. Lifesavers."
Our Fall Arrest Level 1 certificate is accepted by all major construction, mining, telecoms and facilities employers across South Africa. Aligned to SAQA 229998, quality-assured by SSETA, and registered with the IWH Professional Body.
Fall Arrest training teaches workers in a fall risk position to correctly select, inspect, fit, and use personal fall arrest systems — harnesses, lanyards, anchor points, and lifelines — to prevent serious injury or death from a fall. It is a legal requirement under OHS Act 85 of 1993, Construction Regulation 10. Workers without a valid certificate are not permitted to work in a fall risk position on any site.
Fall Arrest Level 1 is aligned to SAQA Unit Standard 229998: "Explain and perform fall arrest techniques when working at height." It is registered at NQF Level 1, carries 2 Credits, and is quality-assured by SSETA. Successful learners are designated Fall Arrest Operators by the IWH Professional Body.
The certificate is valid for 3 years from the date of issue. After expiry, a 1-day refresher course is required to recertify — you do not need to redo the full course. Contact us to set a reminder and we'll notify you before your certificate expires.
Yes. We offer on-site Fall Arrest training at your facility anywhere in South Africa. We bring the trainer, all fall arrest equipment, and course materials. Groups of 5 or more qualify for group discounts. On-site training reduces lost time and is particularly cost-effective for larger teams. Contact us on +27 83 442 5052 or [email protected] for a quote.
You need a valid medical fitness certificate from a registered healthcare provider (general practitioner or occupational health nurse) confirming that you are medically fit to work in a fall risk position. The certificate must not be expired. If you don't have one, we can refer you to occupational health clinics near our training venues.
Yes. Fall Arrest Level 1 (SAQA 229998) is the foundation for all higher-level fall protection qualifications. The Fall Arrest Rescue Level 2 (SAQA 229995) builds rescue skills on top of Level 1. The Fall Protection Planner course (SAQA 229994, NQF Level 4) is aimed at supervisors and safety officers and also requires prior Level 1 competency.
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