Ladder Inspection eLearning

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Expert led lifting and safety training shaped from real world experience.

This online ladder inspection course provides a clear, structured approach to the safe inspection and examination of ladders in the workplace. It covers pre-use checks, interim inspections, and thorough examinations, giving delegates the knowledge and confidence to identify damage, defects, and unsafe conditions before they lead to incidents.

Designed for ladder users, supervisors, managers, and examiners, the course explains when each type of inspection is required, what must be checked, and how findings should be recorded and acted upon. It also outlines key legal and best-practice requirements relating to ladder selection, use, storage, and maintenance.

By the end of the course, delegates will understand their responsibilities, recognise common hazards, and be better equipped to support a safe system of work and ongoing compliance with workplace safety standards.

Course Information

- Ensure Compliance with the Work at Height Regulations: Meet legal requirements by ensuring ladders are correctly selected, used, maintained, and inspected to support safe work at height.
- Ensure PUWER Compliance: Comply with the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER) by ensuring all ladders are suitable for use, properly maintained, and subject to regular inspections and examinations.
- Demonstrate Competence: Gain the essential knowledge and practical understanding needed to support competence in conducting pre-use inspections, interim inspections, and thorough examinations of ladders.
- Promote a Safer Workplace: Fulfil your duties as an employer or manager by implementing safe systems of work at height and ensuring all personnel using ladders are properly trained, supervised, and competent.
- Ladder Examiners: Gain a clear understanding of the requirements and procedures for conducting thorough examinations of ladders in line with UK legislation and guidance.
- Ladder Users: Learn how to identify risks and defects, and carry out effective pre-use and interim inspections to ensure ladder safety.
- Supervisors and Site Managers: Enhance awareness of legal responsibilities, safety obligations, and risk management related to the selection, use, inspection, and maintenance of ladders.
- Demonstrate Regulatory Knowledge: Understand and apply relevant legislation and regulations governing the selection, use, and inspection of ladders.
- Understand Key Responsibilities: Identify and explain the roles and responsibilities of personnel involved in ladder inspections and thorough examinations.
- Recognise Ladder Types: Develop knowledge of different types of ladders and their intended applications and limitations.
- Apply Correct Terminology: Accurately interpret and use terminology and definitions associated with ladders, inspections, and examinations.
- Understand Working at Height Practices: Understand the control measures required by legislation and guidance to ensure the safe use and ongoing integrity of ladders.
- Conduct Pre-Use Inspections: Perform effective pre-use inspections to identify obvious defects or issues before a ladder is used.
- Carry Out Thorough Examinations: Conduct thorough examinations of ladders in line with current standards, manufacturer guidance, and best practice.
- Identify and Report Defects: Recognise common ladder defects and damage, and follow correct reporting and quarantine procedures.
- Complete Documentation: Accurately complete inspection records, reports of thorough examination, and any required supporting documentation.
- PUWER - Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations
- Health and Safety at work Act 1974
- The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations (MHSAW) 1999
- Working at Height Regulations (WAHR)
- Approved Codes of Practice
- British and International Standards including BS4211 & EN131
- Harmonised European Standards
- HSE Guidance
Equipment Covered
- Fixed Ladders
- Mobile Ladders

Each participant must pass a theory assessment to demonstrate a solid understanding of the course content.
There are no prerequisites to attend this course.
Total Training Hours: 1.5hrs - Self Paced
Not Applicable for e-Learning
Three Years