Ladders and Stepladders User and Inspection Combined Course

The Ladders Association accredited course is aimed at operatives and supervisors who require the knowledge and practical skills to work safely with and inspect ladders/stepladders.

Course Aims:

To provide delegates with the knowledge to select appropriate work at height equipment for a task, correctly locate and safely use ladders and stepladders, and inspect ladders and stepladders for damage and to record equipment details and inspections as outlined in PUWER.

Agenda:

• Ladder and Stepladder User – Morning Session
• Legislation and regulations affecting work at height
• Product standards and classifications for ladders
• Hazards affecting the use of ladders and step ladders

Assessing Risks, Standards and Classifications

• Planning and Organising, Selecting and Using – STEP
• Storage, Handling and Maintenance
• Ladder and Stepladder Inspection – Afternoon Session
• Legal requirements and guidance
• Initial inspection
• Asset register
• Inspection procedures
• Inspection Documentation
• Manufacturing techniques
• Maintenance / repairs
• Disposal

A Ladder Association certificate and Ladder Card will be issued to successful delegates who complete the theory and practical assessment sessions which has a 5 year validity period.