Ladders & Stepladders for User & Inspector

This accredited one day course is for those who frequently use ladders & stepladders and whose duty it is to inspect and maintain ladders at work. Delegates will learn when it’s right to use a ladder (and when it’s not), and how to use, store and handle them safely.

Accredited by:The Ladder Association

Current Legislation, Regulations & Guidance
Roles & Responsibilities of Employers & Employees
Equipment - Leaning Ladders, Stepladders & Combination Ladders
Site > Task > Equipment > People
Pre-Use Checks
Storage, Transportation & Maintenance
Personal Hazards
Formal Inspections of Ladders & Stepladders > Inspection Procedure > Carrying Out an Inspection > Frequency of Inspections > Recording Inspections > Advice on Repairs & Disposal Procedures

Assess and determine when it’s appropriate to use a ladder or stepladder
Correctly locate and safely use ladders & stepladders
They will have an understanding of:
What they need to know about the law and standards relating to ladders & stepladders
Hazards in the use of ladders & stepladders
Storage & handling of ladders & stepladders
How to carry out a formal inspection
How to record the inspection and any faults
What action to take if faults are identified
How to accurately record details of ladders and stepladders used within the workplace