Course Title:

Ladder & Stepladders Inspection

Duration:

Who will benefit from this course?:

Those whose duty is to inspect and maintain ladders & stepladders in their workplace

Learning Objectives:

Delegates will be competent to:

• Assess and determine when it’s appropriate to inspect a ladder or stepladder
• Record finding & recommend action to be taken if faults are found
• Accurately record details of ladders & stepladders

They will have an understanding of:

• What they need to know about the law and standards relating to ladders & stepladders
• Storage & handling of ladders & stepladders

Method:

The course is planned to run over a minimum or 4 hours

Training Activity

• Slide led – trainer providing information and asking questions
• A group exercise on inspections & hazard analysis
• An individual questionnaire on inspection of Ladders & Stepladders

Assessment Process
There are assessment activities:

1. Multiple Choice Questions
2. Ladder / Stepladders fault finding
3. Carrying, positioning ladders & stepladders

Assessment:

Closed book course with a pass mark of 80%

PPE :

Suitable head / footwear and gloves during the practical session

Course Content :

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 and manoeuvring ladders and stepladders during the inspection process

Qualifications & Experience: