Ladder Safety

Overview

This course is designed to teach participants how to correctly use a ladder in the workplace and at home. It will look at some common mistakes that people often make when setting up and climbing ladders, and it will also look at some tips on how to prepare your stepladders and extension ladders properly. It will familiarise participants with the 4:1 ratio rule and several other common ladder rules to help them stay safe whilst working on or around ladders.

Topics covered

• Domestic and industrial ladders
• Appropriate ladder usage
• Ladder types and load ratings
• How to climb a ladder properly
• Safe Work Method Statements
• Setting up extension and step ladders
• General ladder safety tips
• How to correctly inspect a ladder
• Stepladders, extension & roof ladders

Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will learn:

• How to climb and stay on a ladder safely
• How to set up a ladder using the 4:1 ratio rule
• The different types and classes of ladders
• How to set up self-supporting and extension ladders
• How to properly inspect ladders for detects
• How to climb a ladder safely and stay on it
• Common ladder mistakes that lead to falls

Designed for

This course is designed for anyone wanting to learn how to use and set up a ladder safely and properly.

Outcomes

On successful completion of this course, participants will have a general understanding of correct ladder setup and safe ladder use. They will understand the advantages of being able to set up a ladder correctly and the safety hazards to look out for when climbing step ladders, straight ladders and extension ladders.