Course Description
Ladders are one of the most commonly used pieces of equipment in almost any work environment. From common stepladders to sophisticated extension ladders, they can be found almost everywhere. OSHA believes 100% of all ladder accidents could be prevented if proper attention to equipment and climber training were provided. This course is designed to show you how to use ladders safely.
A ladder is a piece of equipment consisting of repeated bars or steps called rungs. Ladders can be constructed from metal, wood, or fiberglass and are used for climbing up or down something to access things that are out of our reach. Different ladders have different uses and are used in almost every industry. Ladder accidents are extremely common even though they are entirely preventable. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), approximately 20 percent of fall injuries involve ladders, and among construction workers, an estimated 81 percent of fall injuries treated in hospital emergency rooms involve a ladder.
Learning Objectives:
- Selecting the right ladder for the job
- Inspecting a ladder for damage
- Performing work on a ladder
- How to avoid ladder accidents
What You'll Learn
- Select the proper ladder for the job from the available ladder types
- Inspect a ladder for damage before use
- Set up, move, and climb ladders safely
- Perform work on a ladder correctly
- Recognize how to avoid common ladder accidents
Key Takeaways
- OSHA believes 100% of all ladder accidents could be prevented with proper attention to equipment and climber training.
- Ladders can be constructed from metal, wood, or fiberglass, and different ladders have different uses across nearly every industry.
- According to the CDC, approximately 20 percent of fall injuries involve ladders, and among construction workers an estimated 81 percent of fall injuries treated in hospital emergency rooms involve a ladder.
- Although ladder accidents are extremely common, they are entirely preventable.
- Safe ladder use depends on selecting the right ladder, inspecting it for damage, and using proper technique when setting up, climbing, and working.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this course cover?
It covers selecting the right ladder for the job, inspecting a ladder for damage, setting up and moving ladders, climbing ladders, performing work on a ladder, and how to avoid ladder accidents.
Who is this course for?
It is designed for people who use ladders in industrial environments, since ladders are used in almost every industry and are among the most commonly used pieces of equipment in nearly any work environment.
What skills will I gain?
You will learn to select the proper ladder, inspect ladders before use, set up and move ladders, climb and work on ladders safely, and avoid ladder accidents.
How is the course structured?
It is organized into lessons covering an Introduction, Selecting the Proper Ladder, Inspecting Ladders Before Use, Setting Up and Moving Ladders, Climbing Ladders, Working on Ladders, Ladder Accidents, and a Review.
Why is ladder safety important?
Ladder accidents are extremely common even though they are entirely preventable, and OSHA believes 100% of ladder accidents could be prevented with proper equipment attention and climber training.
