Ladder Safety

This short course provides a detailed exploration into ladder safety.

The course begins with a look at the laws that govern ladder safety, before moving on to explain how to check a ladder, and what a competent person looks at during a ladder inspection.

This is followed by a study of the different types of ladders you may come across in your role, and how they must be used.

Next, the course covers when and where a ladder can be used, and how it needs to be secured for use, before finishing with a look at some common ladder mistakes.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• What Laws govern ladder safety
• The different ladder types
• How to check a ladder safely at work and ladder inspections
• When and where to use a ladder and securing Ladders for use
• Identify the common mistakes when using ladders

Target Audience

This course is aimed at all industries and individuals that use ladders. This could include site supervisors or managers.

Advantages

Understanding the risks and how to protect yourself when using ladders will ensure you handle and work with them safely.

Online training is flexible, efficient and cost effective meaning the candidate can progress through the modules at their own pace and in their own time, so they can fit the training around their work and personal life.

Modules

1. What Laws Govern Ladder Safety?
2. How to Check a Ladder Safely at Work and Ladder Inspections
3. Different Ladder Types
4. When and Where to Use a Ladder and Securing Your Ladder for Use
5. Common Mistakes When Using Ladders
6. Final Exam

Our IATP, CPD, IIRSM, IFE, ILM & IOSH approved courses are owned and delivered by VideoTile Learning Ltd and are distributed under licence.

Laser, ETA & IOSH Qualifications are examined via VideoTile Learning Ltd.