Ladder Association - Ladder User
Based on guidance from the UK’s leading experts on ladder manufacture, maintenance and safety, this course from the Ladder Association scheme addresses issues raised by the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, as well as the Work at Height Regulations 2005. This course will ensure that delegates have knowledge and instructions required to use and select ladders and stepladders legally and safely.
Description
Overview
This half-day course is designed for anyone who uses ladders or stepladders as part of their daily work, and consists of a number of practical and theory assessments which cover related legislation and regulations, as well as looking at potential hazards and skills in assessing risks, planning and maintaining ladders.
Aims and Objectives
This course is designed to enable delegates to:
- Select the appropriate equipment for working at height
- Assess and determine appropriate use of ladders and stepladders
- Correctly locate and safely use ladders and stepladders
- Inspect ladders and stepladders for damage prior to use.
Duration
This is a half-day course.
Prerequisites
Learners are expected to have a good understanding of both spoken and written English.
Candidates are expected to bring the following:
- Rigger gloves
- Hi-visibility vest/jacket
- Hard hat
- Safety boots
- Safety Glasses/goggles.
Other PPE will be issued during the practical session as required. Required PPE will also be available for purchase on the day.
Who Should Attend
This is the main course for anyone who regularly uses ladders or step ladders as part of their daily work.
Content
This course contains the following modules:
- Aims and objectives
- Introduction
- Ladders and component parts
- Overview of legislation and regulations
- Work at height regulations
- Standards and classifications
- Planning, organising, selecting and using equipment
- Assessing risks
- Inspection and record-keeping
- Storage, handling and maintenance
- Theory test
- Practical tests and assessments.
Course Benefits
This course aims to give delegates and understanding of:
- Legislation and regulations affecting working at height
- Product standards and classifications for ladders and stepladders
- Hazards affecting the use of ladders and stepladders.
Certification
Learners will be given a Certificate of Attendance on successful completion of the course.
Prerequisites
Learners are expected to have a good understanding of both spoken and written English.
Candidates are expected to bring the following:
- Rigger gloves
- Hi-visibility vest/jacket
- Hard hat
- Safety boots
Other PPE will be issued during the practical session as required. Required PPE will also be available for purchase on the day.
Additional Extras
The Ladder Association now offer their workbooks online and you will receive an electronic copy of this for your course. If you would prefer to receive a hard copy workbook on the day, we can provide these for you for an additional price of £5 (+VAT) per workbook.