Ladder Safety Course

Introduction

The Ladder Safety Course is designed to train workers, supervisors, and safety personnel in the safe use, inspection, and maintenance of ladders in compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.23 and ANSI/ASC A14 standards. This program covers ladder types, hazard identification, and safe work practices to prevent falls and injuries. Through theoretical instruction, hands-on training, and practical exercises, participants will gain the expertise needed to ensure ladder safety, reduce workplace accidents, and maintain regulatory compliance.

Course Objectives

• Understand OSHA and ANSI ladder safety standards and their workplace applications.
• Identify ladder-related hazards, such as improper setup, overloading, and defective equipment.
• Learn safe ladder selection, setup, and usage techniques for various work environments.
• Develop skills to conduct pre-use ladder inspections and identify defects.
• Explore the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) for ladder-related tasks.
• Gain knowledge of fall prevention strategies and ladder safety best practices.
• Understand the importance of ladder safety training and communication in the workplace.
• Learn to document ladder inspections and incidents for compliance and safety records.

Learning Outcomes

• Participants will demonstrate compliance with OSHA and ANSI ladder safety standards in workplace scenarios.
• Learners will identify and mitigate ladder-related hazards effectively.
• Attendees will select, set up, and use ladders safely in various work conditions.
• Graduates will conduct thorough pre-use ladder inspections to ensure safety.
• Participants will apply PPE and fall prevention strategies during ladder tasks.
• Learners will promote ladder safety through effective training and communication.
• Attendees will maintain accurate ladder inspection and incident records.

Assessment

A 30-minute multiple-choice question (MCQ) exam and a practical ladder inspection and setup evaluation.

Certification

Ladder Safety Certificate issued by ACSGP upon successful completion.