Navy
ENGINEERING
NEC

NEC

865A

Competent Person For Fall Protection

A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.

Description

Trained and proficient in identifying hazardous or dangerous conditions in personal fall arrest systems or components, and in using the right equipment, and who has the authority to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate or control the hazards of falling.

Core Skills

  • fall hazard assessment
  • fall arrest system inspection
  • personal protective equipment selection
  • anchor point evaluation
  • safety compliance
  • corrective action authority
  • elevated work procedures
  • hazard communication
  • safety training

Common Certifications

  • OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety
  • Board of Certified Safety Professionals Safety Trained Supervisor Construction (STSC)
  • Board of Certified Safety Professionals Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
  • Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
  • Competent Person Fall Protection Certification
  • SPRAT Level I Technician

Civilian Career Paths

  • CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
  • FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
  • TRAINING AND EDUCATION
  • ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety
  • OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety
  • Competent Person Fall Protection Certification
  • First Aid/CPR/AED Certification

Career Growth

  • Board of Certified Safety Professionals Safety Trained Supervisor Construction (STSC)
  • Board of Certified Safety Professionals Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
  • Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
  • SPRAT Level II Technician

Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.