Course content
Module 1 - An introduction to ladder safety - In this module you will explore hazards at work, statistics, common injuries, consequences of fall accidents and use of ladder policy.
Module 2 - Legislation and responsibilities - In this module you will look at all legislation relevant to ladder safety and how to ensure that you are complaint.
Module 3 - Types of ladders, classifications, and use - In this module you will explore different types of ladders, ladder stabilising devices, ladder classification and how to choose the right ladder.
Module 4 - Safe use of ladders and usage - In this module you will look at pre-use checklists, planning, carrying and securing a ladder, setting up a ladder and safe ascending and descending.
Module 5 - How to undertake a risk assessment - In this module you will look at managing risk, risk assessment, hazards and risks, likelihood and severity of risk, risk control hierarchy and barriers.
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Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
All of our courses are certified. This is done by the CPD certification Service. They have been inspected by an independent assessor and meet national standards.
Is this course right for me?
• You want content delivered online.
• You want a course that you can complete at your own pace.
• You want access to course material and additional resources for 1 year.
• You want access for 24 hours a day.
• You want to print your own CPD certificate upon completion.
Features
Fully online course with assessment at the end of each module
CPD certified by the CPD certification Service
CPD certificate available to download upon completion
Audio option (read aloud)
Optional learner file resource
Approximate 1.5 hour duration
Optional Formal Accreditation
Most of our courses have the option for formal accreditation through AIM Qualifications and Assessment Group.
What does this mean?
Whilst all of our courses are CPD certified as standard, formal accreditation is done through a National Awarding Body.
What level are the courses?
The majority of our courses are all at a level 2.
How many credits does this course quality for?
This course is a single credit value.
Do I need to do any extra work?
You will be required to compete a learner file which is available once logged in. This is an enabled PDF so you can type your answer in. You will upload this in your learning area along with your learner registration form. We will then mark your learner file and provide feedback.
Once this is complete we will put a request in to AIM Qualifications and Assessment Group for your formal certificate.
How do I get my formal certificate?
This will be posted out to you once we receive it from the awarding body. It is sent recorded delivery.