Industrial Mastery Pathway
Safe Ladder Operation on UK Construction Sites
Tier 1
Operational Overview
Welcome to this course on safe ladder use on UK construction sites.
Falls from height remain one of the leading causes of workplace fatalities and serious injuries in UK construction. Ladders are one of the most commonly used, and commonly misused, pieces of access equipment on site.
This course gives you the practical knowledge and legal context you need to select, inspect, and use ladders safely, every time.
Node Parameters
AccreditationIndustry Standard
Mastery LevelTier 1
Time Allocation45 - 60 Mins
Authorisation Cost
£10
Inclusion & Accessibility
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System Configuration
Web BrowserChrome or Edge Stable
Audio HardwareInstructional Narration Enabled
Data LinkBroadband for Node Sync
Instructional Objectives
- Identify when a ladder is an appropriate means of access.
- Select the correct ladder class and type for the task.
- Carry out a pre-use visual inspection.
- Set up and secure a ladder safely, including correct angle and footing.
- Apply the three points of contact rule.
- Recognise common ladder-related hazards on construction sites.
- Understand their legal duties under UK work at height legislation.