Safe Use of Ladders

Overview

This safe use of ladders training course from Ardent Safety, Barrow, Cumbria will help you understand how to use ladders and stepladders safely. Knowing how to choose, set up and use ladders correctly will reduce the likelihood of accidents happening in the workplace.

Our Safe Use of Ladders course is crucial in the workplace as it ensures employees are equipped with the knowledge to prevent falls and injuries, promoting a safer and more compliant work environment.

This course provides a complete introduction to ladder safety and the safe working practices you should follow. It explains how to select, carry out pre-use checks, set up, and use ladders as well as outlining the steps of a ladder-specific risk assessment. By completing the training, you will understand the relevant health and safety legislation and feel more confident about safely carrying out workplace tasks.

Who should attend

This safe use of ladders training course is designed for those who use ladders and/or stepladders as part of their job role. It is suitable for employees of all levels as it is designed as an introduction to ladder safety and so no prerequisites are needed.

If your job role involves Working at Height, then you are required to undertake training to prove that you're competent and safe to do so. See our Working at Height Course for more information.

Course content

• Introducing to ladder safety
• Legal responsibilities
• Risk Assessment
• Inspection, maintenance and storage
• Setting up ladders
• Using ladders safely

Certification

On successful completion of the course delegates will be sent an Ardent Safety approved certificate.

Contact us today to find out more and book this course. You can find out more about the regulations around working at height on ladders on the HSE website here.