Ladder Safety

Ladder Safety

This Ladder Safety training is your go-to course to help reduce the risk of ladder-related injuries and increase your knowledge and skills. It includes how to select, setup, and use a ladder correctly, as well as conduct a ladder inspection & pre-check.

Ladders account for around 40% of falls from height accidents in the UK.

Learning outcomes

• Review the requirements for compliance with the Work at Height Regulations 2005.
• Illustrate the key actions to take before and during the use of a ladder
• Identify the criteria for selecting the right ladder for the task at hand

Course contents

This ladder safety training course for beginners is broken down into 4 sections

1. Ladder Selection
2. Ladder Pre-Check
3. Ladder Setup
4. Ladder Use Guidelines

About this ladder safety awareness course

Falling from a height is incredibly common and incredibly dangerous, and at least a third of all fall injuries involve ladders. This makes them one of the largest causes of accidents and injuries – both in the workplace and at home; Ladder Safety Training is therefore essential.

You don’t need to be formally qualified to use a ladder, but you do have to be competent. This Ladder Safety Course has been created to help strengthen the necessary skills and knowledge you need to use ladders safely.

There are various types of ladders and you need to make sure that you are picking up the right one for the situation. As well as the set up of a ladder, you’ll also need to consider how you dismantle and carry them from location to location.

It’s split into four short sections, with each one looking at the Ladder Safety Steps – Ladder Selection, Ladder safety Pre-Check procedures, Ladder Setup and Ladder Use.

Incorrect ladder safety procedures may result in workplace injuries and end up costing your business in compensation. Training helps to avoid the worst case scenario.

Why is this training important?

Compliance

It’s important that you comply with the law and know the ways in which it affects you and the way you work.

Ladder Safety Tips

Without giving too much away here are some basic ladder safety tips!

• Choose the correct ladder
• Inspect the ladder
• Set up the ladder correctly
• User the ladder correctly
• Avoid overarching
• Keep surface area clear
• Wear correct footwear

How to use a ladder on an uneven surface?

When using a ladder on an uneven surface, it’s important to measure the ladder, and make sure it’s the right size. Check that it’s tall enough to reach your work area and that it can support your weight.

* A stabiliser for the ladder should be used to help it stay on level on uneven ground.

It is important to take your time when climbing the ladder and be extra cautious. Keep your body centred and avoid leaning too far to any side. * Ensure you’re keeping 3 points of contact on the ladder at all times with hands and feet.

How to use a ladder in high winds?

If you’re using a ladder in high winds it is important to take extra precautions as this area of work can be dangerous. Here are some ladder safety tips when using a ladder in high winds:

Check the weather: It may seem okay to climb up now but if the winds worsen it is best practice to postpone the job until the weather improves.

Again with an uneven surface, finding the right ladder for the job required, Fibreglass ladders are recommended when working in wet or windy weather conditions as they are less slippery than normal ladders.

Once you have set the ladder up it is important to secure it to an anchor point such as a tree, post or a building. Once secured a ladder stabiliser is then recommended to be in place to keep you safe.

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