Ladders, Stepladders and Trestles Safety

Course Content

• The Work at Height Regulations 2005
• Other relevant legislation  (including: The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 & The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999)
• Work at Height Risk Assessment
• Equipment Selection
• Visual and Physical Inspection
• Most Common Defects Affecting: Stiles, Rungs, Platforms, Tie Rods and Fittings
• Reporting Defects and tagging faulty equipment
• Handling and Carrying the Equipment
• Positioning and Securing the Equipment
• Safe Use of Equipment / Safe Systems of Work
• Correct Storage of the Equipment
• Safety Checklists

The course is a mixture of theory and practical training / exercises.

Course Objectives -

On successful completion of this course, candidates will be able to:

• Interpret the Work at Height Regulations 2005 and other relevant legislation
• Identify the hazards associated with using ladders, stepladders & trestle type work platforms
• Work safely with minimum risk of injury and/or damage to equipment and property, through the correctselection, inspection and use of equipment