Safe use of Ladders

Who Should Attend?

This ladder and step ladder course is specifically designed for anyone whose job requires them work safely off ladders or step-ladders, including using the necessary height safety equipment.

Course Aim:

The course may also help the supervisor/ manager responsible for managing those using the equipment and will also help management carry out their legal obligations to their employees.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course candidates will be aware of the following:

• Why ladder accidents are happening
• Ladder types and applications
• Access selection considerations
• Ladder and step ladder types
• Pre use considerations
• Good and bad practice
• Ladder specific height safety equipment selection and suitability
• Correct inspection of the ladder ahead of use
• Correct sighting and positioning
• Correct erection and set up
• Access and egress to the work site
• Ladder climbing techniques Training Methods Classroom based training with hands on practical exercise.
• Top tips for ladder and stepladder safely

Assessment Method:

The course will conclude with a written test.

Accreditation:

Upon successful completion of this course, candidates will receive an ITS certificate which is valid for 3 years.