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The Ladder Association Training Course

Written with guidance from the UK's leading experts on ladder manufacture, maintenance and safety, the Ladder Association scheme addresses all the issues raised by the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and, more recently, the Work at Height Regulations 2005.

Course aims and objectives

To enable delegates to:

Select appropriate work at height equipment for a task

Assess and determine when it is appropriate to use ladders and stepladders

Correctly locate and safely use ladders and stepladders

Inspect ladders and stepladders for damage

And ensure delegates have an understanding of:

Legislation and regulations affecting work at height

Product standards and classifications for ladders and stepladders

Hazards affecting the use of ladders and stepladders

Course content

Aims and objectives

Introductions

Ladders and component parts

Overview of legislation and regulations

Work at Height regulations

Standards and classifications

Planning, organising, Selecting and Using)

Assessing risks

Inspection and records

Storage, handling and maintenance

Theory test, practical tests and Assessments

Course duration

1 day

Training location

Training will be carried out at our fully equipped training centre, (Indoor training area available in case of inclement weather) or nationwide at your site/premises. (Subject to prior survey/approval) For courses held at our training centre refreshments will be provided.

What to bring with you

Pack Lunch

Hi visibility vest/jacket 

Hard hat

Safety boots

Rigger gloves

Other PPE will be issued during the practical session as required.

Stocks of PPE will be available to purchase should you require

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