Ladder Safety

Overview

Delivery method

Self-Paced/Online

Duration

40 minutes

Audience

All public servants at all levels

Description

This course provides a practical introduction to working safety with ladders (step, extension, and fixed ladders). The course focuses on the duties of the employee when using a ladder – inspection before use, proper set up of ladder, and how to work safely while on the ladder. Case studies and other examples are included to illustrate concepts, and the quizzes throughout the course as well as the exam help measure learning. 

This course is intended to increase ladder safety awareness for use at work and at home.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the different uses of ladders made from various materials
• Know how to inspect a ladder
• Know how to select the right ladder (height and material) for the job
• Know how to set up a ladder correctly
• Know how to work safely on a ladder
• Know how to store and maintain a ladder
• Find additional information on ladder safety 

Target Audience

• People who use ladders at work (maintenance or light labour personnel), or at home
• Supervisors with responsibilities to train personnel and make purchasing decisions 

Prerequisite(s)

None

Notes

Please choose the language of the course carefully. If you change languages, you will need to restart the course and we will be invoiced for both courses.