Industrial Fall Protection Training Ontario (CSA Z259 Compliant)

Get Industrial Fall Protection Training in Ontario. Learn legal requirements, fall protection hazards, PPE inspection, harness use, and CSA Z259 standards. Achieve Safety offers on site group training.

Industrial workplaces have serious fall hazards even when the work is not classified as construction. This Industrial Fall Protection Training course teaches workers and supervisors how to use fall protection systems correctly and meet their legal duties under the Occupational Health and Safety Act. The program covers hazard recognition, equipment inspection, harness use, and safe work practices. Achieve Safety offers on site training for industrial, commercial, and warehousing environments across Ontario.

What is the course?

This four hour course teaches the legal requirements for protecting workers who use fall protection equipment in industrial settings. The program follows CSA Z259 standards and covers the safe use of harnesses, lanyards, connectors, and anchor points. Workers learn how fall hazards form, how to control them, and how to follow safe work procedures.

 

The course includes a hands on assessment where participants select, inspect, don, and remove a full body harness. They also learn how to store and maintain fall protection gear so it stays in safe condition.

NOTE:

This course only covers fall protection used in an industrial setting. Should the work being performed occur on construction sites or be deemed construction related workers would require successful completion of an approved Working at Heights training program.

Industrial Fall Protection Course Registration

Enroll today to gain skills in evidence gathering, root cause analysis, and OHSA-compliant reporting.

What will it teach?

This training builds competency and prepares workers for Ministry of Labour inspections. By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Who is it for?

This course is designed for:

  • Supervisors who oversee workers using fall protection equipment

  • Industrial and commercial workers who perform elevated tasks

  • Warehouse and maintenance staff using harnesses or fall arrest systems

  • Any worker using fall protection gear in a non construction setting

Employers must ensure workers are trained before they use fall protection equipment.

Difference Between Industrial Fall Protection and Working at Heights

Industrial Fall Protection Training covers fall hazards in manufacturing, warehousing, utilities, and commercial settings. Working at Heights Training is a Ministry approved program required for construction projects. Tasks that fall under construction regulations require an approved WAH certificate.

FAQs

Yes. Workers using fall protection equipment must be trained and competent under OHSA.
No. It is for industrial settings only. Construction workers must complete Ministry approved Working at Heights training.
Four hours, including a practical harness assessment.
Yes. Participants receive an Industrial Fall Protection certificate upon completion.
Yes. Achieve Safety provides on site and group training programs across Ontario.

What Is the Industrial Fall Protection Training Course?

This four hour course teaches the legal requirements for protecting workers who use fall protection equipment in industrial settings. The program follows CSA Z259 standards and covers the safe use of harnesses, lanyards, connectors, and anchor points. Workers learn how fall hazards form, how to control them, and how to follow safe work procedures.

 

The course includes a hands on assessment where participants select, inspect, don, and remove a full body harness. They also learn how to store and maintain fall protection gear so it stays in safe condition.

What the Course Covers

This course provides foundational knowledge and practical skills for using fall protection equipment in non construction settings.

By the end of this 4-hour course, participants will be able to:

Industrial Fall Protection Course Registration

Enroll today to gain skills in evidence gathering, root cause analysis, and OHSA-compliant reporting.

NOTE:

This course only covers fall protection used in an industrial setting. Should the work being performed occur on construction sites or be deemed construction related workers would require successful completion of an approved Working at Heights training program.

Who Is This Industrial Fall Protection Training For?

This course is intended for individuals who use or oversee fall protection equipment in non construction environments.

Supervisors

Supervisors responsible for overseeing work where fall protection systems are required and ensuring safe procedures are followed.

Industrial and Commercial Workers

Workers performing elevated tasks in manufacturing, utilities, or commercial environments.

Warehouse and Maintenance Staff

Personnel who use harnesses or fall arrest systems during maintenance, access, or repair activities.

Employers

Employers responsible for ensuring workers are trained before using fall protection equipment.

CSA Z259
Equipment Standards

Fall protection equipment must meet CSA Z259 standards, including requirements for harnesses, lanyards, connectors, and anchor systems used in industrial settings.

PPE Inspection
and Use

Workers must inspect fall protection equipment before use and ensure harnesses and connectors are worn and adjusted correctly to function as intended.

Elevated
Work Hazards

Fall hazards must be identified and controlled through proper equipment selection, safe work procedures, and supervision when working at height in non construction environments.

Regulatory Compliance and Fall Protection Expectations

all protection practices are closely reviewed during Ministry of Labour inspections due to the risk of serious injury associated with falls from height.

During inspections or compliance reviews, inspectors assess whether workers using fall protection equipment are properly trained and whether equipment is used and maintained correctly.

 

Inspectors routinely assess:

  • Proof of fall protection training for workers

  • Condition and inspection of fall protection equipment

  • Proper selection and use of harnesses and connectors

  • Safe work procedures for elevated tasks

  • Equipment storage and maintenance practices

 

This course helps participants understand how fall protection practices are reviewed during inspections and how proper training and equipment use support compliance.

Secure Your Future.

Understanding Your Certification

This course provides a Record of Training (ROT) confirming completion of Industrial Fall Protection Training aligned with CSA Z259 standards.

 

While this is not a government issued certification, the Record of Training is commonly used by employers to document that workers have received formal fall protection training.

 

Training records support employer documentation and may be requested during inspections or compliance reviews.

How This Training Protects Your Organization

Falls from height can result in serious injury, equipment damage, and regulatory enforcement.

 

Providing Industrial Fall Protection Training helps organizations demonstrate due diligence by ensuring workers understand fall hazards, equipment requirements, and safe work practices.

Post-Training Competency You Can Rely On

After completing this course, participants have a clearer understanding of how to use fall protection equipment safely.

Workers leave with awareness of:

Trusted by Thousands of Ontario Learners

Very Practical Training

The course clearly explained how to inspect and use fall protection gear. The hands on harness portion was especially helpful.

Good for Industrial Work

This training helped me understand fall hazards outside of construction. Everything was explained clearly and applied directly to our work.

Worth It for Employers

The hands on assessment made a big difference. I feel more confident using fall protection equipment correctly.

Experts also agree this training supports safe use of fall protection equipment aligned with CSA Z259 standards in industrial workplaces.

Difference Between Industrial Fall Protection and Working at Heights

Industrial Fall Protection Training covers fall hazards in manufacturing, warehousing, utilities, and commercial settings. Working at Heights Training is a Ministry approved program required for construction projects. Tasks that fall under construction regulations require an approved WAH certificate.

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FAQs

Yes. Workers using fall protection equipment must be trained and competent under OHSA.
No. It is for industrial settings only. Construction workers must complete Ministry approved Working at Heights training.
Four hours, including a practical harness assessment.
Yes. Participants receive an Industrial Fall Protection certificate upon completion.
Yes. Achieve Safety provides on site and group training programs across Ontario.