This Ladders & Stepladders for Users course teaches delegates when it is safe and how to use a ladder and/or stepladder. This 1-day course will provide delegates with an understanding of the current legislation and code of practice as well as regulations and guidance affecting work at height.
About Course
Course Overview
Course Content
Upon completion of this course, delegates will be competent to assess and determine when it is appropriate to use a ladder or stepladder and 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
Assessment
Assessment activities include:
- Multiple choice questions
- Ladder & stepladder fault finding
- Carrying positioning & ladders and stepladder
This is a closed-book assessment with a pass mark of 80%.
A Ladder Association certificate and LadderCard will be issued to successful delegates who complete the theory and practical assessment sessions at the level they attend the course, which has a five-year validity period.
