Ladder Association Ladder Manager Training

• Legal requirements for working at height
The key legal duties and guidance governing work at height, including requirements specific to ladders, stepladders and step stools.

• Work at Height Regulations and compliance
How the Work at Height Regulations apply to portable access equipment and what compliance looks like in operational settings.

• Planning ladder work (STEP approach)
How to plan and organise ladder tasks using the STEP approach to ensure safe selection, positioning and use of equipment.

• Risk assessment and control measures
How to assess risks associated with ladder work and implement appropriate control measures to reduce the risk of falls.

• Storage, transport and maintenance
How ladders, stepladders and step stools should be stored, transported and maintained to ensure ongoing safety and compliance.

• Pre-use inspection procedures
How to carry out pre-use checks to identify defects and ensure equipment is safe before use.

• Formal inspection requirements
An overview of formal inspection processes and how they differ from routine pre-use checks.

• Supervisory responsibilities and behaviours
The role of managers and supervisors in ensuring safe behaviours, competence and compliance during ladder operations.

• Assessment
Theory-based assessment and knowledge checks completed at the end of the course.

Classroom-based theory focused on legislation, planning principles and supervisory responsibilities for ladder use. The course develops the ability to apply safe systems of work and ensure compliance in operational environments.

Managers, supervisors and team leaders responsible for overseeing work at height with portable ladders, stepladders or step stools, ensuring operatives are competent and equipment is properly maintained.

Delegates must have responsibility for supervising or managing operatives working at height.