Ladder Association: Stepladder & Step Stool User & Inspection (LALSSC1)

This course is suitable for those people responsible for using and inspecting stepladders and step stools.

All courses will be delivered in English and delegates must be physically able to carry out the practical elements of the course.

Delegates can attend our Training Academy in Sheffield or the course can be delivered in a suitable classroom at your normal place of work (subject to a risk assessment).

Ladder Association: Stepladder & Step Stool User & Inspection (LALSSC1)

Course Contents

Current Legislation, Regulations & Guidance
Roles & Responsibilities of Employers & Employees
Equipment – Stepladders, Platform Stepladders and Stepstools
- STEP methodology
- Site
- Task
- Equipment
- People
Pre-Use Checks
Formal Inspections of Stepladders
- Inspection Procedure
- Carrying Out an Inspection
- Frequency of Inspections
- Recording Inspections
- Advice on Repairs & Disposal Procedures
Storage, Transportation & Maintenance
Personal Hazards

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of the course, delegates will have an understanding of:

When it’s right to use a stepladder or step stool
How to select and safely use stepladder and step stools
The law/standards relating to stepladder and step stools
The hazards in the use of stepladder and step stools
Safe storage and handling of stepladder and step stools
When it’s right to inspect a stepladder or step stool
How to carry out a formal inspection, record faults and what to do if faults are found.

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