The Ups and Downs of Ladder Safety

Overview

As a kid, you probably enjoyed playing the game snakes and ladders, right? In that game, going up a ladder was something, well, good. But as an adult, going up ladders is something to be avoided unless you absolutely have to. And with good reason. Ladders, when used incorrectly, can be fatally dangerous.

Did you know that most injuries with ladders occur when falling from a height shorter than 2 metres' Whether you’re a painter getting to some hard-to-reach areas, or a builder climbing to a higher level to work, ladder misuse can cause serious injuries, and even fatalities. This course is designed to help you avoid a trip to A&E and give you the skills to select, position and secure ladders safely.

By the end of this course, you'll be able to:

This course will aim to help you perform pre-use checks on ladders to ensure they are safe to use. Upon completing the course, you’ll be able to:

• Recognise correct positioning and securing of ladders to avoid injury
• Identify potential risks and dangers of working with ladders
• Choose the correct type of ladder for the job
• Describe appropriate emergency procedures in the event of an accident

Why should I take this course

This course is essential to anyone working with or around ladders, and focuses on how to keep employees safe as they work with them. Whether manager, duty holder or simply a member of the public, it’s essential to know how to follow health and safety procedures and mitigate ladder risk. Let’s take a look.