The STS Ladder & Step Ladders Combined User & Inspection course is a one day course for those whose duty is to use, inspect and maintain ladders & step ladders in their workplace.

The course covers: 

• Assess and determine when it’s appropriate to use a ladder or stepladder
• Correctly locate and safely use ladders & stepladders

They will have an understanding of:

• What they need to know about the law and standards relating to ladders & stepladders
• Hazards in the use of ladders & stepladders
• Storage & handling of ladders & stepladders
• Assess and determine when it’s appropriate to inspect a ladder or stepladder
• Record finding & recommend action to be taken if faults are found
• Accurately record details of ladders & stepladders

Method:

• Slide led – trainer providing information and asking questions
• A group exercise on inspections & hazard analysis
• An individual questionnaire on using and inspection of Ladders & Stepladders

Assessment Process

1. Multiple Choice Questions
2. Ladder / Stepladders fault finding
3. Carrying, positioning ladders & stepladders

On successful completion, the delegate will receive an STS Training certificate, valid for 5 years.