Ladder Awareness
About Ladder Awareness
If you would like to understand the risks, dangers, capabilities and limitations of using a ladder, this is the course for you! The knowledge gained from this course will help to reduce the number of ladder-related injuries in your workplace. Plus, learners will gain the skills required to complete inspections and risk assessments.
Course Length
Our Ladder Awareness training course is 3 hours long and completed in a half-day. Our courses are structured to allow breaks for learners to eat and rest.
Certificate Validity
The Ladder Awareness training certificate lasts 12 months (1 year). Before expiry, you’ll need to re-enrol to receive a new certificate.
Delivery
Our most popular form of training is held in-house, where we send a trainer out to your premises for a face-to-face session (for groups of up to 12). We also run Learning Disability Awareness training course online. Ask about our webinar sessions.
Topics Covered
Please see our course outline here. During this ladder Awareness training course, you will learn health and safety legislation and regulations, how to set up a ladder correctly, safe storage, and more…
Cost/Pricing
Pricing can vary depending on location, dates, group size (where applicable), and more factors. For a free email quotation, please contact our advisors directly on 0800 781 2041 or leave an enquiry.
How do you get Certified?
This course is available via an in-house group course for up to 12 delegates. Choose for the course to be delivered either face to face or by a blended learning option, at a time and place convenient to you. Alternatively, learn through one of our scheduled courses at centres located across the UK. Upon completion of this course, a certificate will be awarded.
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Ladder Awareness Course Outline
- Knowledge of health and safety legislation and regulations.
- How to set up a ladder correctly.
- Safe storage.
- Types of ladders and their uses.
- Selecting equipment suitable for the task at hand.
- Risk assessments.
- Identify hazards and accident prevention.
- Pre-use and inspections of equipment.
- Recording findings.
Speak with one of our training consultants for free advice, no-obligation quotations, and more useful information.
Ladder Awareness FAQs
Why do I need to learn how to use a ladder?
Falls from height are one of the most common causes of injury at work. They pose risks of personal injury but also to those in the nearby vicinity – such as co-workers or members of the public.
Who is this Ladder Awareness course for?
The course is relevant to anyone where their job may require them to occasionally or regularly use a ladder to work at height. It includes anyone involved in minor roof work, window cleaning, unloading vehicle, machine maintenance, gutter cleaning, and solar panel installation.
Is a stepladder different from a regular ladder?
Yes. Stepladders consists of two ladders joined together with a hinge at the top. It can support itself without needing to be leaned against something, whilst a ladder needs to lean against a wall or other flat surface for support to use it. It is important to take part in this course, regardless of which type of ladder you use.
What will I learn in this course?
Candidates on this course will learn how to conduct risk assessments relating to working at height, identify hazards, record findings and monitor progress — aimed primarily at those routinely using ladders it discusses the consequences of a fall and how to safely use relevant equipment.
Ladder Awareness FAQs
Why do I need to learn how to use a ladder?
Falls from height are one of the most common causes of injury at work. They pose risks of personal injury but also to those in the nearby vicinity – such as co-workers or members of the public.
Who is this Ladder Awareness course for?
The course is relevant to anyone where their job may require them to occasionally or regularly use a ladder to work at height. It includes anyone involved in minor roof work, window cleaning, unloading vehicle, machine maintenance, gutter cleaning, and solar panel installation.
Is a stepladder different from a regular ladder?
Yes, stepladders consist of two ladders joined together with a hinge at the top. It can support itself without needing to be leaned against something, whilst a ladder needs to be leaned against a wall or other flat surface for support to use it. It is important to take part in this course, regardless of which type of ladder you use.
What will I learn in this course?
Candidates on this course will learn how to conduct risk assessments relating to working at height, identify hazards, record findings and monitor progress — aimed primarily at those routinely using ladders it discusses the consequences of a fall and how to safely use relevant equipment.
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