Ladder Safety

Learn safe ladder use, risk avoidance, and workplace fall prevention strategies.

Overview:

It’s amazing how something as simple as a ladder causes such costly trouble. This course addresses the risks, protocols, and planning around safe ladder use—ensuring your team isn’t one rung away from disaster.

From common misconceptions to methodical checks, it outlines ladder categories, positioning, height limitations, and preventative procedures. The content focuses on the basics without patronising, and supports risk reduction with a measured tone and just enough gravity to keep feet firmly on the ground.

Learning Outcomes:

• Identify various ladder types and their appropriate usage.
• Understand risks associated with incorrect ladder use.
• Perform pre-use safety checks to avoid ladder failure.
• Position and secure ladders in safe working angles.
• Recognise height regulations for portable access equipment.
• Understand reporting duties after ladder-related incidents.

Who is this Course For

• Warehouse supervisors overseeing regular access equipment use.
• Construction coordinators managing site safety processes.
• Facilities staff responsible for workplace height access tools.
• Maintenance teams working with roof or ceiling access.
• Retail stock handlers using ladders in-store daily.
• Health and safety officers reviewing site safety standards.
• School caretakers handling facility repairs and upkeep.
• Event setup teams using mobile ladder equipment regularly.

Career Path

• Health and Safety Officer – £34,000 average salary
• Site Supervisor – £38,000 average salary
• Facilities Manager – £42,000 average salary
• Warehouse Operations Lead – £30,000 average salary
• Construction Site Coordinator – £40,000 average salary
• Maintenance Technician – £31,000 average salary