Aims and Objectives
• Equip delegates with an understanding of the safe use of ladders and step ladders
• Enable delegates to competently carry out and record the inspections of the ladders and step ladder
 
Course Content 
• Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations. (PUWER)
• Employer & Employee Responsibilities
• Discuss Types of Ladders (Advantages and Disadvantages)
• Working at Height Regulations
• Hierarchy of Control measures
• Choosing the correct type of ladders
• Safe Use of ladders
- Ground Conditions
- Access
- Do’s and Don’ts
- Use of Extensions (Do’s and Don’ts)
- Safe ladder erecting and dismantling
- Platforms
- Storage
• Daily Inspections
• Inspections by a competent person (ladder logs)
 
Suitable For
Any persons who use ladders and step ladders as part of their work activities