Delegates will:

• Learn about current legislation, regulations and guidance affecting work at height using Ladders, Stepladders and Step Stools
• Understand that they must resource work so it may be completed safely and efficiently
• Learn the difference between pre-use and formal inspections
• Understand the difference between maintenance, repairs and who is allowed to carry these out
• Learn the correct methods of disposal of equipment

Course Content

• Current Legislation, Regulations & Guidance
• Manager's Roles & Responsibilities
• Risk Assessment / Emergency & Rescue Plans
• Equipment
• Site Task Equipment People (the STEP analogy)
• Storage, Transportation & Maintenance
• Inspection of Ladders & Stepladders
• Behavioural Competencies
• Personal Hazards

To provide delegates with knowledge and skills that will allow them to ensure work is properly planned and organised, and that those involved in carrying out the work are competent and properly trained.

Ladder Association courses are recognised by The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) as the leading safety training when working with Ladders. For further information please download ΓÇÿLA455 Safe Use of Ladders and Stepladders ΓÇô a brief guideΓÇÖ which is the new guidance jointly produced by the Ladder Association and the HSE. 

Virtual Classrooms

Can't find the date you're looking for?

The Ladders and Stepladders for Managers course is also available through Remote Learning, where delegates can complete training and gain their certification via Virtual Classrooms.

Virtual Classroom training has been created to allow delegates to gain and develop the required knowledge outside of the classroom - connecting live with a HSS Trainer through a webcam.

To find out more information and view Remote Learning course dates please click here.

Upon successful completion of this course, delegates will receive a Ladder Association certificate and LadderCard.