
Overview
If you use ladders and stepladders, this course is for you! You’ll learn when it’s right to use a ladder (and when it’s not), and how to use, store and handle them safely.

Ladder users will learn about:
• Current Legislation, Regulations & Guidance
• Roles & Responsibilities of Employers & Employees
• Equipment – Leaning Ladders, Stepladders &
Combination Ladders
• Site > Task > Equipment > People
• Pre-Use Checks
• Storage, Transportation & Maintenance
• Personal Hazards
Assessment
• Theory – 20 Question, Multiple Choice Exam
• Practical – S.T.E.P Assessment of a Task, Pre-Use
Inspection, Carrying & Setting Up a Ladder &
Stepladder, Completing the Task.

Delegates who complete the theory and group exercises will be awarded a LadderCard

On successful completion of the course, delegates will have an understanding of:
• How to assess and determine when it’s right to use a ladder or stepladder
• How to select and safely use ladders & stepladders
• The law and standards relating to ladders & stepladders
• Hazards in the use of ladders & stepladders
• Safe storage & handling of ladders & stepladders

