Course Overview:

Kentec, in association with the Ladder Association (L.A) now offer a nationally recognised training scheme for users, supervisors and managers wanting to equip themselves with the knowledge, skills and confidence necessary to use ladders and step ladders legally and safely. Written with the guidance from the UKs leading experts on ladder manufacture, maintenance and safety, the L.A scheme addresses all the issues raised by the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and, more recently, the Work and Height Regulations 2005.

This course can only be delivered by L.A approved training centres. Kentec's course content, instructors and training premises have been subjected to a rigorous assessment to ensure compliance with L.A standards. In addition to this, we are subject to an ongoing annual audit regime conducted by the Training Scheme Auditor to ensure that we continue to meet the high standards demanded by the L.A.

Suitable for:

Under the regulations every person in the chain leading up to, and including, the final user, has a duty of care to both themselves and others to know and understand the practical implications of working safety at height. Demonstration of competence is a key requirement of the new regulations and successful completion of the L.A Ladder and Step Ladder Training Course provides proof of such competence.

'Interactive, easy to understand and very thorough, It was excellent and now I feel I have a full understanding of the use of Ladders' - Rosie H (Ladder User Training - 30/7/10)

Course Objective:

Accredited by the Ladder Association, this course offers nationally recognised training for anyone who uses, supervises or manages the use of ladders and stepladders and wants to equip themselves with the knowledge, skills and confidence necessary to use ladders and step ladders legally and safely.

The objectives aim to enable each delegate to:

• Select appropriate work at height equipment for the task
• Assess and determine when it is appropriate to use ladders and step ladders
• Correctly locate and safely use ladders and step ladders
• Pre-use inspection of ladders and step ladders

Additionally, it is imperative that delegates have an understanding of:

• Legislation and Regulations affecting work at height
• Product standards and classifications for ladders and step ladders in the workplace
• Hazards affecting the use of ladders and step ladders
• The need to planning using the S.T.E.P format
  • Site
  • Task
  • Equipment
  • Personnel
• Operator’s Pre-Use Ladder Inspection
• Correct Storage and Transport of Ladders

Duration:

One Day – typically 6 – 7 hours

Certification:

Upon successfully completing both the practical and written assessments, each candidate will receive a Ladder Association Certificate of Competence and Photo ID Card, valid for 5 Years.

'I liked the relaxed and understanding attitude with plenty of examples. I now have a greater understanding and feel competent and confident to work from Ladders' – PP (Ladder User Training)

Cost:

£125.00 + vat per person inclusive of:

• Ladder Association Registration Fee
• Refreshments and Light Buffet Lunch
• All Course Material, Course Notes and Pen
  (Please note that we do offer group discount, please contact us for a quotation)