L.A Ladder & Step Ladder for Users Course

£115.00
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Course Overview

Our LA Ladder & Stepladder for Users Course provides training 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. Knowing when it’s right to use a ladder (and when it’s not), and how to use, store and handle them safely is essential for a safe place of work.

Written with the guidance from the UK's leading experts on ladder manufacture, maintenance and safety, the Ladder Association scheme addresses all the issues raised by the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and, more recently, the Work and Height Regulations 2005.

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 Stepladder for User Course provides proof of such competence.

Delegates are required to attend and successfully pass this course in order to progress to the L.A Ladder & Stepladder Inspection Course.

This course consists of a training room lecture, presentation, written assessment, practical training and assessment.

This course is aimed at personnel who are or will be responsible for use of Ladders and Stepladders in the workplace. There are no prerequisites required for this course although a working knowledge of ladders is an advantage.

Delegates should be:

  • Literate in English and able to understand safety notices and manufacturer instructions.
  • Physically fit and capable of lifting and carrying ladders and stepladders.
  • Comfortable working at height and free from any fear of heights.
  • In good health to safely complete the practical assessment.
  • Within the 150kg maximum load limit (including body weight, tools, and materials) as per the revised EN 131 standard.

Successful delegates will receive a Ladder & Stepladder for Users e-certificate accredited by the Ladder Association, valid for a period of 5 years from the completion date of the course.

The agenda for the L.A Ladder & Stepladder for Users course includes:

  • Course Aims & Objectives
  • Roles & Responsibilities: Covering the legislation, regulations, and duties of all parties involved in Ladder Safety.
  • Information: Exploring the current standards in effect for ladder safety.
  • Equipment: Developing understanding of the different types of ladders, their components, materials, and how to perform a pre-use inspection.
  • Site Task Equipment People (STEP): Planning, organising, selecting and using different ladders and stepladders.
  • Storage, Transportation & Maintenance of Ladders & Stepladders
  • Personal Hazards
  • Theory Assessment
  • Practical Assessment


"Very good and down to earth instructor 10/10. Enjoyed the course"
- Alex Blackman

"Course was very informative, excellent instructor, very enjoyable"
- Steward Mann

"The instructor did a very good job, he was able to answer our questions and taught us a lot"
- Graham Sippen

"Very informative and worthwhile course, Thanks"
- Tony Frost

"The instructor was very informative, approachable and made the training enjoyable. Excellent training"
- Suzanna Beer