Ladders & Steps Training
Statistically inappropriate / incorrect use of ladders and stepladders contributes to an average of 14 deaths and 1,200 major injuries every year in the UK, and result in hefty fines and court cases for companies.
Ladders and Steps should only be considered for light work of short duration. Usage in line with appropriate Risk Assessments by the appointed persons.
Course includes:
- H&S Laws & Regulations – understanding your legal duty under the Work at Height Regulations 2005
- Responsibilities of employers and employees
- Determining if a ladder/step ladder is the right equipment to use using the 3 point ‘hierarchy of control’ risk assessment guide
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How to choose the right ladder/step ladder for a task
- Carrying out pre-use inspections with ladder tag systems, how often these must be done and who is responsible for them
- How to use ladder/step-ladder safely to minimise risk – sensible safety precautions
- Storage, maintenance and keeping kit safe and legal
- Importance of issuing and using correct PPE
- How to select the correct classified equipment for a task and inspection procedures
- Practical sessions throughout
- Test paper/questions/ handouts and review
Who Needs Ladders & Steps Training
Current users, supervisors and managers, business owners and buyers of equipment.
Trainer

Alan Bigwood
Alan is our Senior Trainer and Technical Director.
He spent 30 years as a Health & Safety Director of a National Construction company, so he has the muddy boots experience, the qualifications, the stories as well as the likability and sense of humour so crucial to helping people understand the importance of Health & Safety in the workplace.
Course Dates
Days | Price per person | Location | Dates | Status | |||
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1 | 660 | bristol | 0.5 | £70.00 + VAT | St Annes · Bristol · BS4 | Tue 16 Mar 2021 |
8 Places Available |
2 | 660 | bristol | 0.5 | £70.00 + VAT | St Annes · Bristol · BS4 | Tue 20 Apr 2021 |
9 Places Available |
3 | 660 | bristol | 0.5 | £70.00 + VAT | St Annes · Bristol · BS4 | Wed 19 May 2021 |
9 Places Available |
3 | 660 | bristol | 0.5 | £70.00 + VAT | St Annes · Bristol · BS4 | Tue 08 Jun 2021 |
9 Places Available |
4 | 660 | bristol | 0.5 | £70.00 + VAT | St Annes · Bristol · BS4 | Wed 07 Jul 2021 |
9 Places Available |
5 | 660 | bristol | 0.5 | £70.00 + VAT | St Annes · Bristol · BS4 | Tue 03 Aug 2021 |
9 Places Available |
7 | 660 | bristol | 0.5 | £70.00 + VAT | St Annes · Bristol · BS4 | Tue 14 Sep 2021 |
9 Places Available |
8 | 660 | bristol | 0.5 | £70.00 + VAT | St Annes · Bristol · BS4 | Wed 13 Oct 2021 |
9 Places Available |
9 | 660 | bristol | 0.5 | £70.00 + VAT | St Annes · Bristol · BS4 | Wed 17 Nov 2021 |
9 Places Available |
10 | 660 | bristol | 0.5 | £70.00 + VAT | St Annes · Bristol · BS4 | Wed 15 Dec 2021 |
9 Places Available |
FAQs
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Q: Are ladders banned by the HSE?
A: No - this is a myth. Ladders may be a suitable option for short duration work of a simple nature. Longer work requires more suitable equipment.