GTEC, part of the United Living Group, has enhanced its training support for solar photovoltaic (PV) installers by adding a new one-day training course, ‘Working at Heights’, specifically designed for those installing solar PV systems on low-angle rooftops or commercial buildings.
The new course is currently available at its headquarters in Hawes, North Yorkshire, which features ‘real’ roofs and solar arrays to ensure candidates gain relevant practical experience, and will be rolled out to other GTEC approved centres in the coming months.
The Working at Heights for Solar PV Installations course joins GTEC’s portfolio of training for this in-demand branch of renewable building services, including the recent Solar PV for Roofers course developed with roofing giant Weinerberger, and specific training for candidates looking to become SolarEdge installers.
“Working at height is a fundamental part of the role of a solar PV installer, and it is essential that this work is carried out safely and effectively,” said Griff Thomas, General Manager of GTEC. “We have adapted our standard training for working at heights to make it specific to the requirements of PV installation, in order to provide a useful course for both large and small installation companies – whether you are a one-man do-it-yourselfer, or a larger construction company needing to upskill the staff involved in the PV installation process.”
“We expect more training courses from GTEC in the coming months as our offering expands following our acquisition by United Living Group. Their support will allow us to better support building services installers and those working in construction-related trades.”
About the course:
GTEC’s new course “Working at Height for Solar Installers” is designed for solar engineers, roofers and builders involved in the installation of photovoltaic systems. The training covers residential and commercial roofs with low angles.
The one-day course covers topics such as personal fall protection, safety belts, fall arrest systems, ladder safety, scaffolding, edge protection, handling roof structures, and managing risks associated with roof openings. Practical skills such as fitting safety belts, using energy absorbing safety harnesses, and safely climbing ladders are also covered.
For more information and to book a course, visit: https://gtec.co.uk/courses/electrical/working-heights-solar-installers
Read more of the latest industry news here.
