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Working At Height Group ™

“Where Knowledge Becomes Power”

The Company

WORKING AT HEIGHT GROUP™ is a Subsidiary of Working at Height Limited ® headquartered in the Republic of Ireland & Working at Height LLC ® headquartered in the United States of America, (Independent Entities of each Other) is a provider of specialized Emergency Response Training, Crises Management, Train the Trainer, Work at Height, Ergonomics, Fire Safety and Confined Space Training and Education needs within energy, communications and general industry where authorized personnel require training within health and safety solutions under specialized environments and conditions.

Working At Height Group’s whose ability to move training programs to the next exemplar in safety education within the European Union & North America has introduced professional training courses immersed in preventative safety culture and delivered to recognized and respected North American Standards under a program committed to establishing the very highest 3rd party accreditation.

Working At Height Group’s training program within Ireland, UK, EU Mainland, Canada and the United States is managed in accordance with the Irish Standards, British Standards & American National Standards Institute (ANSI) criteria for occupational workplace safety training. Training is delivered in accordance with QP15 Code of practice for Provision of Programs of Education and Training to International Learners, BS8454 Code of practice for the delivery of training and education for work at height and rescue, ANSI Z490.1-2009 Criteria for Accepted Practices in Safety, Health, and is harmonized with ANSI/AIHA Z10–2005 American National Standard —Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems. *

Today Working at Height Group successfully operates under the standard of ISO9001, ISO45001 and is looking to newly establish ISO/GWO Certification Accreditation Program in 2022 and are active members of Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians (SPRAT), American Clean Power Association, Standards Development under ANSI Accreditation ISO 17024, in efforts to assure quality and certificate value for all stakeholders.  Working At Height Group’s issuance of certificates is in accordance with ASTM E2659 Standard Practice for Certificate Programs, (standard providing guidance to certificate issuers for developing and administering quality certificate programs, under a third-party accreditation practice).

*Currently Canada holds no such accreditation process for HS&E training providers and as such Working at Height Group’s program for operation within the Canadian Provinces follows ANSI 490.1-2009 CAN/CSA Standard Z1000-06 Occupational health and safety management, ASTM E2659 guidance).

Working at Height Group™ is Fully Insured Worldwide holding policies in the EU HQ and The United States HQ, both policy’s cover worldwide works.

 Our Vision

“With Great Height comes Great Vision”

Everyone is able to put specialized education, skills, and experience to work anywhere in the world through our recognized certification courses.

Our Mission

“Helping People Recognise their own Potential”

We help people learn, work, and thrive in new places. We help society recognize the value of people’s education and experience.

Our Opportunity

“Passing Knowledge & Best Practice to the Next Generation”

We open doors so ordinary people who can build better futures through knowledge and skills training. We believe that “Knowledge is Power”

Inclusion

We become stronger, more creative, and more resilient when we embrace diversity.

Equity

We uphold fairness and justice in our work and actions.

Enterprising

We are wise, strong, resourceful, inventive, Innovative, energetic, resilient and driven together.

Expertise

We challenge ourselves to be the best at what we do and look for new ways to be better than we was yesterday.

Leadership

Adrian McMahon – Founder

It is my priority to keep everyone safe as all walks of life are precious to me. when I started this journey, I had 1 simple goal “Everyone Should Go Home – the way that they arrived” simple but effective. We strive to make a difference with our wide range of Training programs in; Emergency Response, Crises Management, Technical Rescue, Safety, Confined Space, Train the Trainer to name but a few, We work across many sectors; Renewables, Transmission, Telecommunications, Petrochemical, Pharmaceutical & Construction. P.R.I.D.E is the course value to us here;

  • Professional
  • Responsibility
  • In
  • Delivering
  • Excellence

When I came up with the P.R.I.D.E Acronym it had to mean more than words. So, it also came the founding principles of our Instructors and our IMS creating our 360 programs on course & operations management, Deliverance, Feedback, Content, Support & Compliance. We are proud of who we are and what we have achieved to date. At the Working at Height Group, we are a T.E.AM and we will be Number 1 because;

  • Together
  • Everyone
  • Achieves
  • More

I will always make sure that my team will always put “safety as our priority” having subject matter specialists who have an extensive knowledge of local and international legislation in health, safety & welfare standards as well as codes of practice, ensuring our training programs are up to date with local, International Legislation, and our health, safety & quality management system is up to date with current standards and local & international law.

My team of instructors comes from a wide variety of specialist backgrounds which in turn gives us a wide range of subject matter specialists with vast experience in their respective fields.

The working at height group Staff hold many accredited certifications by associations  for example; Fire Services Collage UK, Center for Disaster Management UK, Emergency First Responder,  Health and Safety Institute (HSI), Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians (SPRAT), Institute of occupational safety and health (IOSH), Australian Rope Access Association (ARAA), Rescue 3 International, National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAMET), International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) & Ladder Association UK to name but a few.

I will except nothing less the 100% customer satisfaction.  I personally strive to provide Unrivaled Technical Competences so we can deliver the most appropriate safety solution to our clients and delegates. Whether is delivering site specific training or association-based training, Developing or Reviewing your Safety Culture for you company we are here to help.

Our Core Values.

The growth of our business is founded on strong values upheld by each and every member of the group.

Respect.

We accept the responsibility as a group and as individuals to prevent situations that jeopardise the health and safety of everyone at our workplaces. We treat people with consideration, regardless of their position. We conduct our business in accordance with exemplary standards of transparency, integrity and honesty. We hold a deep sense of responsibility towards all of our stakeholders and the environment we work in.

Solidarity.

Solidarity is about teamwork and reliability. We collaborate and contribute to the different projects we undertake together by sharing ideas and opportunities, knowledge and resources. We support each other and stand up for each other. We always foster open and collaborative relationships and we put the common good before personal interests.

Courage.

We are eager to reach out beyond new boundaries and we are willing to explore innovative ways of thinking and working. What we do is therefore not easy: we are entrepreneurs and thus take risks and challenge ourselves permanently. Our objective is always to achieve the best outcome despite the difficulties.

Humility.

We are open to differing points of view and are convinced that we can learn from anyone, anywhere. We always act and lead in a manner that expresses a spirit of inclusion. We tend to learn from mistakes and successes in equal measure and, above all, we never underestimate our competition. For every project, we seek and provide honest feedback to reach our goals by continuous improvement.

Conviviality.

Every day, we try to create a work environment that reflects the spirit of our teams, based upon commitment and open-mindedness. Together, we know how to share and to collaborate in a convivial spirit. We also celebrate success and combine functional excellence and cross-functional teamwork to produce exceptional ideas and results.

Standard’s

WORKING AT HEIGHT GROUP ‘s Integrated Health and Safety Management System Policy’s, is founded within the, QQI, ISO, BS & ANSI basic management leadership principles stated under,

QQI QP15

  • Protection of Enrolled Learners 3.1.1
  • TAX Compliance 3.1.2
  • Fees 1.3

ISO45001

Continual improvement using the PDCA model in order to obtain a structured methodology and to implement the most suitable and sustainable solutions for organizing activities and solving problems.

Process-based approach to obtain the expected results more efficiently and effectively.

Management by risks (and opportunities) to help control activities and reduce the impacts and undesired effects.

European general principles of prevention based on the framework directive of 1989 (Directive 89/391 EEC).

BS8254

  • Course Design
  • Course Enquiries
  • Course Bookings
  • Arrival of Trainees
  • Course Commences
  • During Training
  • Assessment

ANSI Z10-2012 Section 3.1.2

Protection and continual improvement of employee health and safety. Effective employee participation Conformance with the organization’s health and safety requirements; and Compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Working At Height Group™ will uphold its position as an exemplar as a training provider for health and safety solutions within specialized environments and is committed to the achievement of a nationally recognized training program by promoting health and safety excellence.

Through management leadership and employee participation, WORKING AT HEIGHT GROUP. pledges to:

  • Create a clear commitment and support from senior management for training delivery;
  • Build a culture of continual improvement to improve and enhance the value and quality of all training carried out;
  • Hold a commitment to being learning organization to keep abreast of legal, technical and operational developments relevant to the sector and training carried out;
  • Hold a positive Health and Safety philosophy that supports and enhances the skills and knowledge of all trainees and trainers and;
  • Build a positive learning culture to enable all training to be delivered in an open, professional and supportive environment.

 Operating on Carbon-free energy 24/7

We’re proud that we were the first major company to reach carbon neutrality in 2021. We’ve matched our global electricity consumption with 100% renewable energy.

But we know we must push further to confront the magnitude of today’s climate challenge. Now, we aim to be the first major company to achieve 24/7 carbon-free energy by 2030.

To get there, we’re pursuing new carbon-free energy transportation and storage technologies. We’ll continue our work with local governments, utilities, policymakers, clients and all relevant authorities across Europe and globally to deploy those technologies and drive system-level change. We will also support public policies that advance robust global climate action, create pathways to a carbon-free economy, and realise the vision of the European Green Deal.

As we learn more about the best ways to move towards our goal, we hope to demonstrate that a fully decarbonised future is achievable for everyone.

Eliminate all our legacy carbon emissions since 2021

In 2021, we were the first training company to reach carbon neutrality, and since we’ve matched 100% of our electricity consumption with renewable energy purchases. Today, we’ve procured enough high-quality carbon offsets to neutralise all of our emissions since our founding.

Supporting our Partners & Clients

Deleting emissions from our own operations is vital, but our impact is far greater when we work with others to do the same. We’re committed to sharing technology & methods to help organisations everywhere transition to resilient, carbon-free systems.

Our Commitment

The ® Working at Height Group™ and Partners will uphold its position as an exemplar as a training provider for health and safety solutions within specialized environments and is committed to the achievement of a nationally recognized training program by promoting health and safety excellence.

Through management leadership and employee participation,

WORKING AT HEIGHT GROUP pledges to:

  • Create a clear commitment and support from senior management for training delivery;
  • Build a culture of continual improvement to improve and enhance the value and quality of all training carried out;
  • Hold a commitment to being learning organization to keep abreast of legal, technical and operational developments relevant to the sector and training carried out;
  • Hold a positive Health and Safety philosophy that supports and enhances the skills and knowledge of all trainees and trainers and;
  • Build a positive learning culture to enable all training to be delivered in an open, professional and supportive environment.

 ® Working at Height Group ™ is committed to meeting our clients’ needs and meeting the delegates expectations. Here at working at height we are the fore front of everything associated with educational safety and working at height industry best practices.

Our Training Programs

All training programs are structured upon a pass or fail determination criteria and are in accordance with;

Ireland

  • Safety, Health & Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007 (HSA)
  • Pre-Hospital Care Council

USA

  • ASTM E2659-18 Standard Practice for certificate programs
  • ANSI Z490.1 – 2016Criteria for accepted practices in safety, health, and environmental training,
  • and harmonized to Z10 American National Standard — Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems.
  • OSHA 10 – 30 Regulations
  • NFPA Regulations
  • NIOSH Guidelines
  • CDC Guidelines
  • American Heart Association
  • Health Safety Instatute

Europe

  • Directive 89/391 – OSH “Framework Directive”
  • European Resuscitation Council
  • EU-OSHA

UK

  • Health & Safety Executive Health & Safety at Work act 1974
  • The Work at height Regulations 2005 (HSE)
  • BS 8454 Code of practice for delivery of training and education for work at height and rescue

International

  • Adhering & certified to;
  • OHAS 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management
  • ISO 17024 Accreditation for personal certification bodies
  • ISO 29990:2010 Learning Services for non-formal education and training
  • International Labor Organization (ILO) Convention No 155
  • International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR)

Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians (SPRAT)

The Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians (SPRAT) is a member-driven organization that advances the safe use of rope access through education, standards development, and certification administration. SPRAT is a 501c6 non-profit organization In addition, SPRAT supports companies and technicians using rope access with regulatory support, networking, and opportunities to participate in developing industry-consensus standards. Membership in the organization is open to any company or individual interested in furthering the interest of rope access. Current members include a broad cross-section of commercial industry, professional services, and government agencies. For more information about membership. The Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians values openness, honesty, professionalism, responsibility, accountability and integrity in an environment of teamwork, mutual trust and respect. This includes honoring and encouraging diversity and inclusion in all respects of SPRAT’s mission as well as with our members, technicians and partners.

 Alliance Global

Who is Alliance Global?

The Alliance Global is group of like-minded companies with the Strictest Business Values and Standards, the alliance global members provide a unique solution to key sectors of Renewable Energy, Telecommunications, Pharmaceuticals, Petrochemical, Utility, Film & TV Sectors.

Multiple companies working together in harmony to bring the best industry leaders and subject matter experts together to provide specialist education all under one roof. the industry can now access a full turn key solution such as; Drone Training, Fire Training, Manual Handling Training, First Aid Training, Emergency Response, Safety Training, Technical Rescue Training, Inspection Training, Technical Maintenance Training, Repair Training, and Service Management Training for onshore and offshore operating companies. Clients can be supported by a specific maintenance management system to keep them fully versed of maintenance requirements.

The Alliance Group have a strict Auditing and Vetting Process and only allows one Subject specialist member per region to ensure quality.

Membership is free but the auditing process is not. If companies already have a Quality Management process certification by a 3rd party Auditor such as ISO9001 can submit in righting to become a member. A Business with no such certification but holds a quality system can apply for and audit to become a member.

Each Member will receive an Annual Membership Digital Badge of their website and Certificate for their office after a quality audit has been submitted and approved.

ALLIANCE Global partners are located worldwide under the partners own banner. The Alliance Global can look after all of your needs in any location worldwide.

The Alliance Global committee meets every quarter to discuss Global Standards in Education Standards, Development, Certification Standards.

Membership to Alliance Global is by Invite only, with a creditable background check of Company Incorporation, Management System, Compliance, Standards, Risk Mitigation & Good Standing Accounts to prove the Business Member Operates under a good Standing Code of Practice & Ethics. Once the committee is satisfied with the audit conducted and the evidence found shows that the company is of good standing the organization, the committee will vote on wither to vote the organization in or not, If the organization is successful on the voting process the organization will be invited into Alliance Global Group.