Who should attend

This course is designed for anyone whose duty is to inspect and maintain ladders at work. Employers need to ensure ladders are in a safe condition before use and that a competent person carries out regular inspections.

Participants must have previously attended a Ladder Association-accredited Ladders and Steps Users course within the last three years.
If you have not attended a suitably accredited course, please book on a Ladders and Steps Safety course first.
NB: Both courses are available on the same day if you wish to complete the Inspection course in one day.

Course Objectives

• Know when it’s right to inspect a ladder or stepladder
• How to carry out a formal inspection
• How to record the inspection and any faults
• What action to take if defects are identified
• How to accurately record details of ladders and stepladders used within the workplace

Key Areas

• Current Legislation, Regulations & Guidance
• Roles & Responsibilities of Employers & Employees
• Pre-Use Checks
• Formal inspections of ladders and stepladders:
  •  Inspection Procedure
  •  Carrying Out an Inspection
  •  Frequency of Inspections
  •  Recording Inspections
  •  Advice on Repairs & Disposal Procedures
  •  Personal Hazard

Assessment

• Theory - 10-question, multiple-choice exam
• Practical - Carrying & setting up a ladders & stepladder and completing a formal inspection