PASMA courses for users will equip you with the specialist knowledge you need to work safely with mobile access towers. This course is suitable for personnel who will be responsible for the assembly, dismantling, alteration and moving of mobile access towers.

This qualification prepares learners who are looking towards a career in construction. The course will teach you to work safely in the mobile access tower industry. Spend one day with an expert instructor and learn how to safely assemble, dismantle, relocate and alter mobile access towers without risk of personal injury or injury to others.

This qualification includes the following modules:
How to safely assemble, dismantle, alter and move mobile access towers
How to safely use mobile access towers
How to inspect mobile access towers
How to identify hazards relating to their use
What legislation, regulations and guidance are applicable to these towers

The assessments for this qualification are that there will be a closed theory exam and a practical assessment, both will need to be passed at a minimum 80%.

All class-based materials will be provided but you will need to provide suitable head, footwear, eye and glove protection during the practical session. A hard hat is required, preferably with a chin strap.

A PASMA photo card will be issued to successful applicants who complete both the theory and practical assessments at the level required (80%). Certificates will also be issued and all cards contain the expiry date.

This qualification will lead to employment in the industry of Construction or to further study/higher education. Successful delegates could progress to other courses for different tower configurations

For entry onto this qualification learners must have never used towers before, or already use towers but have never been formally trained, re-taking the course after an earlier qualification expires, It’s designed for operatives.
No formal qualifications are required, however it would be beneficial for candidates to have a basic understanding of work at height issues.
Since the safe use of mobile towers requires that you consult safety notices notices and read and understand the manufacturers instructions literacy and language comprehension are important requirements for any tower user.

The assembly of towers demands a good level of physical fitness.

Funding may be available to support your learning as an adult (aged 19+) studying at Dudley College in the following circumstances:

• If the course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) and they have given us permission to offer it at no cost to you and live in the WMCA area.
• If the course is part of the ‘Free Courses for Jobs’ government scheme and you are unemployed or working for a low wage.
• If the course is funded by the Department for Education (DfE) / WMCA and you meet certain criteria (such as this being the first qualification of this type and level you are studying, or unemployed, or working for a low wage).

Your personal circumstances and the funding available to you will be discussed at enrolment, if would useful if you bring evidence including proof of income / benefits; proof of age (i.e. driving licence); prior qualifications.

English & Maths: If you have not previously achieved GCSE grade C or above in English and/or maths, you can study these for free.