1-Day Online W.A.H.S.P.

W.A.H.S.P. Course Syllabus

The working at heights methods taught are OSHA standards compliant and may be used for employers to provide training and ensure compliance for their authorized and competent employees. As any employer which has employees using ladders, personal fall protection, and working at heights is required to have their employees trained by a qualified person/entity. These courses will allow them to be properly trained and equipped for OSHA requirements while working at heights. The certification obtained from this course will satisfy those requirements and will also provide students with other valuable information that is not traditionally provided.

Subjects include:

• OSHA rules and regulations as they pertain to roofs, ladders, heights safety, harnesses, lifts, etc.
• Anatomy of a rooftop.
• Ladders, stabilizing, footings, attachments, etc.
• Type 1 & Type 2 rope access.
• Transitioning & traversing rooftops.
• Safety harnesses, attachments, and accessories.
• Anchor points and attachments.
• Other safety tools & devices for positioning and handling.

Training solutions for working at heights on ladders, rooftops, & more. Tailored towards the Professional Wildlife & Pest Operators. OSHA compliant courses in Ladders, Lifts, PFA systems, First man up systems, Anchor points, & More!

2-Day Steep Slope Roof Pitch Traversing

Steep Slope Roof Pitch Traversing S.S.R.P.T. Elevated Tasks 2-Day Course • Limit 12 attendees • $795
A Gargoyle Academy Deep-Immersion Mastery Training

In this Elevated Tasks 2-day hands on course, students get to inspect different roofing materials, use different tools and equipment, learn how to anchor ,install, rig, and become more comfortable & confident with their skills. Different roofing materials, pitches, and real world conditions as they pertain to working at heights employees.

Students will learn about:

• Ladder positioning
• Lifeline rope positioning
• Anchoring into and onto different areas
• Traversing different pitches
• Harness points and body positioning
• OSHA regulations
• First man up systems and methods
• Useful Knots & Hitches
• Working around roof obstructions
• Self rescuing in a harness

Students will be provided with all of the necessary safety equipment and gear during this course.

Students may bring their own personal harnesses, tool belts, impact drivers/drills, etc. Ensure they are clearly marked with the student name. These will need to be inspected and approved by us prior to being able to use them.

Wear roof safe non slippery close toed shoes, and clothing suitable for working on rooftops for the 2 day hands on portion.

Completion of the course:

• Each student will be evaluated during their hands on portion of the course.
• Demonstrating the skills/ knowledge/ and abilities that pertain to working at heights.

3-Day Elevated Exclusions

Elevated Exclusion 3-Day Course • Limit 16 attendees • $1695
A Gargoyle Academy Deep-Immersion Mastery Training

This Elevated Exclusions 3-day course is designed for the elite wildlife professional. Elevate your exclusionary tasks to a mastery level. We bridge the gap between high-level safety and high-end craftsmanship. You will learn to navigate the most challenging roof pitches with confidence and install custom-fabricated metal solutions and exclusion products that stand the test of time.

Students will learn how to safely and professionally exclude nuisance wildlife with hands-on training, by qualified and certified master instructors, in a controlled environment. Learn the ins and outs; and ups and downs; of the evolving industry standards.

Learn revenue increasing systems, processes, and procedures, to take your business and your team to new heights.

This class will combine steep roof access, custom metal fabrication, and the installation of multiple industry leading exclusion products; while also testing your problem-solving skills.

Day one will be hands-on learning safety equipment, rope anchoring, first man up, positioning, self-rescue, etc., on the rooftop mockups.

Day two will be hands-on with different hand tools and brakes, learning different exclusion techniques, custom metal solutions, & multiple exclusion product installations on customized ground level mockups.

Day three will be hands-on; on the roof top mockups; where students, using the skills learned in day 1 and 2, will experience real-world installation of the exclusion techniques and products while on ladders, scaffolding, anchored ropes, vertical line suspension and different roof surfaces.

Students will be training on several different siding surfaces such as d-log, cedar shake, shiplap, and vinyl, as well as different soffit return styles, gable corners styles, gable vent solutions, in addition to chimney cap installation, exhaust vent clean out, and replacement while suspended.

2-Day Rope Descent Systems (RDS)

Rope Descent System R.D.S. Elevated Tasks 2-Day Course • Limit 12 attendees • $795
A Gargoyle Academy Deep-Immersion Mastery Training

RDS (Rope descent systems) training course

This 2 day Elevated Tasks hands-on in person course is exactly what it sounds like. For any trade professionals where they find themselves needing to access areas via means of rope descent systems.

Course Breakdown

Day 1 Choosing the correct harness, equipment, knots, and anchor system devices Leading edge support and controlled descent fundamentals

Day 2 Advanced descent and positioning systems, Rescue techniques and response

Originally tailored towards the window & facade cleaning industry, we have expanded the class to all trades. Window & facade cleaning companies, Inspectors, Glazing & caulking specialists, Painting companies, Pest control operations, Nuisance wildlife control operations, Window washing, Christmas lighting installers, Arborists & tree care professionals, Exhaust vent cleaning & maintenance companies, & anyone going down the sides of buildings for work purposes.

What We Provide

• All necessary safety equipment and gear
• Inspection and approval of student-provided harnesses and gear (must be clearly marked)
• Hands-on evaluation with documented competencies

Wear roof-safe, non-slip, closed-toe shoes and durable clothing suitable for training.

Completion & Evaluation

Each student is evaluated during hands-on portions, demonstrating the skills, knowledge, and abilities required for safe work at heights.