Ladders and Stepladders Course

Learning Objectives Delegates will be competent to:

• Assess and determine when it’s appropriate to use stepladders & step stools
• Correctly locate and safely use stepladders & step stools
• Visually inspect stepladders and step stools for damage before and after use

They will have an understanding of:

• What they need to know about the law and standards relating to
  stepladders & step stools
• Hazards in the use of stepladders & step stools
• Storage & handling of stepladders and step stools

Method The course is planned to run over a minimum or 2.5 hours
Training Activity

• Slide led – trainer providing information and asking questions
• A group exercise on Inspections and Hazard Analysis
• An individual questionnaire on safe and effective use of Stepladders
• and Step Stools

Assessment Process
There are 4 assessment activities:

1. 15 Multiple Choice Questions
2. Step / Step Stool fault finding
3. Hazard Analysis
4. Carrying, positioning and stepping on to Steps and Step Stools

• Assessment Closed book course with a pass mark of 80%
• PPE Suitable head / footwear and gloves during the practical session
• Course Content Current Legislation, Code of Practice, Regulations and Guidance affecting work at height
• Trainer /delegate ratio Maximum of 1:8
• Venue Requirements A suitable classroom and practical area to accommodate 8 delegates for the theory and assessment sessions
• Supporting Documents Ladder Association summary notes for each delegate
• Award A Ladder Association certificate and LadderCard will be issued to successful delegates who complete the theory and practical assessment sessions at the level they attend the course which has a five year validity period
• Literacy, fitness & Health Delegates must be numerate, literate and have a good command of English. They should be fit and capable of lifting, carrying ladders stepladders
• Qualifications & experience No qualifications or experience are required for this course