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:
• Understand what Laws govern ladder safety
• Learn about the different ladder types
• Have an understanding on how to check a ladder safely at work and ladder inspections
• When and where to use a ladder and securing Ladders for use
• And finally, have a understanding about some 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.
Course Modules
- What Laws Govern Ladder Safety?: 70% Pass Mark
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How to Check a Ladder Safely at Work and
Ladder Inspections: 70% Pass Mark - Different Ladder Types: 70% Pass Mark
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When and Where to Use a Ladder and
Securing Your Ladder for Use: 70% Pass Mark - Common Mistakes When Using Ladders: 70% Pass Mark
