Our L.A Ladders & Stepladders in the Professional Utility Sector Course provides training specifically tailored for users of ladders & stepladders in the utility sector (such Gas, Water, Electricity or Telecommunications) wanting to equip themselves, their employees or sub-contractors, with the knowledge, skills and confidence necessary to use ladders and stepladders legally and safely in the unique context of the utility industry.
This course consists of a training room lecture, presentation, multiple-choice theory assessment, practical training and practical assessment.
This course is aimed at individuals belonging to professional utility organisations - such as Gas, Water, Electricity or Telecommunications – that require specialised ladder training on the safe usage, transportation and pre-use inspection of ladders and step ladders in the professional utility sectors. For example; ladders manufactured to BS EN 50528.
Delegates should:
- Have a good understanding of written & spoken English. If delegates have any problems with English literacy or language comprehension, they must bring them to the attention of their employer.
- Be in good health, physically fit, and comfortable working at height so that they that may take part in the practical training.
- Be within the 150kg maximum load limit (including body weight, tools, and materials) as per the revised EN 131 standard.
The agenda for the L.A Ladders & Stepladders in the Professional Utility Sector Course includes:
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Course Aims & Objectives
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Roles & Responsibilities: Covering the legislation, regulations, and duties of all parties involved in Ladder Safety.
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Information: Exploring the current standards in effect for ladder safety in the professional utilities sector
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Equipment: Developing understanding of the different types of ladders, their components, materials, and how to perform a pre-use inspection.
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Site Task Equipment People (STEP): Planning, organising, selecting and using different ladders and stepladders in the utilities sector.
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Storage, Transportation & Maintenance of Ladders & Stepladders
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Personal Hazards
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Multiple-Choice Theory Assessment
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Practical Training
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Practical Assessment
Successful delegates will receive a Ladders & Stepladders in the Professional Utility Sector e-certificate accredited by the Ladder Association, valid for a period of 5 years from the course date.
Successful delegates can progress to the L.A Ladder & Stepladder Inspection Course.
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