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Proximity Warning Alert System (PWAS) Training Course

roximity Warning Alert System (PWAS) Training aligned with OSHA 29 CFR 1926.602, ISO 21815 standards.

Main Service Location

Course Title

Proximity Warning Alert System (PWAS)

Course Duration

1 Day

Training Delivery Method

Classroom (Instructor-Led) or Online (Instructor-Led)

Assessment Criteria

Knowledge Assessment

Service Category

Training, assessment, and certification services.

Service Coverage

In Tamkene Training Center or On-Site: Covering Saudi Arabia (Dammam - Khobar - Dhahran - Jubail - Riyadh - Jeddah - Tabuk - Madinah - NEOM - Qassim - Makkah - Any City in Saudi Arabia) - MENA Region

Course Average Passing Rate

98%

Post Training Reporting 

Post Training Report + Candidate(s) Training Evaluation Forms

Certificate of Successful Completion

Certification is provided upon successful completion. The certificate can be verified through a QR-Code system.

Certification Provider

Tamkene Saudi Training Center - Approved by TVTC (Technical and Vocational Training Corporation)

Certificate Validity

3 Years (Extendable)

Instructors Languages

English / Arabic / Urdu / Hindi

Interactive Learning Methods

3 Years (Extendable)

Training Services Design Methodology

ADDIE Training Design Methodology

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Course Outline

1. PWAS Technology Fundamentals and Safety Applications

  • Proximity warning system principles including (collision detection, alert generation, risk reduction, accident prevention)

  • OSHA 29 CFR 1926.602 mobile equipment requirements including (operator visibility, warning devices, safety systems, collision prevention)

  • ISO 21815 earth-moving machinery standards including (proximity detection systems, performance requirements, testing procedures, compliance criteria)

  • PWAS technology types including (radar systems, RFID technology, GPS tracking, magnetic field detection)


2. System Selection and Risk Assessment

  • Collision Avoidance Technology evaluation including (detection capabilities, environmental suitability, integration compatibility, cost effectiveness)

  • Risk assessment methodologies including (hazard identification, exposure analysis, severity evaluation, technology matching)

  • MSHA proximity detection regulations including (underground applications, surface operations, equipment requirements, operator training)

  • Site assessment including (environmental conditions, operational requirements, interference factors, installation considerations)


3. Installation and Configuration Procedures

  • System installation including (equipment mounting, sensor positioning, power connections, communication setup)

  • PWAS Configuration including (detection zones, alert levels, warning delays, system parameters)

  • Calibration procedures including (sensitivity adjustment, range setting, interference elimination, performance verification)

  • Integration protocols including (existing safety systems, fleet management, communication networks, data collection)


4. Operator Training and System Operation

  • Operator competency requirements including (system understanding, proper usage, alert response, maintenance awareness)

  • PWAS Operation Procedures including (startup protocols, system monitoring, alert interpretation, response actions)

  • Alert management including (warning types, escalation levels, response procedures, override protocols)

  • Performance monitoring including (system status, alert frequency, operator compliance, effectiveness tracking)


5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting

  • Preventive maintenance including (inspection schedules, cleaning procedures, component replacement, performance testing)

  • System Diagnostics including (fault identification, error analysis, performance assessment, repair procedures)

  • Troubleshooting procedures including (common problems, diagnostic techniques, repair methods, vendor support)

  • Record keeping including (maintenance logs, performance data, incident reports, compliance documentation)


6. Performance Evaluation and Continuous Improvement

  • System effectiveness evaluation including (incident analysis, near-miss tracking, performance metrics, safety improvement)

  • Data Analysis including (alert patterns, response times, system reliability, operational effectiveness)

  • Continuous improvement including (system optimization, procedure refinement, training enhancement, technology updates)

  • Safety integration including (safety culture, behavioral change, policy development, organizational commitment)

Targeted Audience

  • Safety managers implementing proximity warning systems

  • Equipment operators using PWAS-equipped machinery

  • Maintenance technicians responsible for PWAS systems

  • Fleet managers overseeing collision avoidance technology

  • Safety coordinators integrating proximity warning programs

  • Training personnel developing PWAS operator competency

  • Site supervisors managing equipment safety systems

  • Technology specialists supporting proximity warning implementations

Knowledge Assessment

  • Technology understanding evaluations including (PWAS principles, system types, detection capabilities, safety applications)

  • System configuration assessments including (installation procedures, calibration techniques, parameter setting, integration methods)

  • Operator competency evaluations including (system operation, alert response, maintenance awareness, safety procedures)

  • Performance analysis exercises including (data interpretation, effectiveness evaluation, improvement identification, optimization planning)

Key Learning Objectives

  • Understand fundamental PWAS technology and collision prevention principles

  • Apply systematic proximity warning system selection and implementation methodologies

  • Implement system installation, configuration, and calibration procedures

  • Execute operator training and competency assessment for PWAS operation

  • Develop maintenance protocols and troubleshooting procedures for system reliability

  • Design integration strategies with existing safety systems and procedures

  • Apply incident analysis and system performance evaluation techniques

  • Establish continuous improvement practices for proximity warning effectiveness

Course Overview

This comprehensive Proximity Warning Alert System (PWAS) Training course provides participants with essential knowledge and practical skills required for implementing and operating proximity warning technologies to prevent vehicle-pedestrian collisions and equipment accidents. The course covers fundamental PWAS principles along with proven techniques for system configuration, maintenance, and safety integration.


Participants will learn to apply OSHA 29 CFR 1926.602 mobile equipment safety standards, ISO 21815 earth-moving machinery proximity detection, MSHA proximity detection regulations, and Collision Avoidance Technology protocols to enhance workplace safety while ensuring regulatory compliance and accident prevention. This course combines proximity warning theory with hands-on application and real-world operational scenarios to ensure participants gain valuable skills applicable to their professional environment while emphasizing technology integration and safety culture.

Practical Assessment

  • System installation demonstration including (equipment mounting, configuration setup, calibration procedures, testing verification)

  • Operator training delivery including (system operation instruction, alert response training, competency assessment, certification)

  • Maintenance procedure practice including (inspection techniques, diagnostic procedures, troubleshooting methods, record keeping)

  • Performance evaluation exercises including (data analysis, effectiveness assessment, improvement planning, optimization strategies)

Why Choose This Course?

  • Comprehensive coverage of modern proximity warning technologies and applications

  • Practical hands-on experience with system installation and operation procedures

  • Real-world scenario practice for immediate workplace safety implementation

  • Regulatory compliance alignment with OSHA, ISO, and MSHA standards

  • Advanced technology skills for collision prevention and workplace safety enhancement

Note: This course outline, including specific topics, modules, and duration, can be customized based on the specific needs and requirements of the client.

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