The purpose of this class is to teach the student how to properly use and inspect ladders. Regulatory Compliance This course gives references to state-specific regulations (if applicable), Fed/OSHA regulations 29 CFR 1926 Subpart X, and ANSI A14.1, A14.2, A14.5 standards. OSHA Training Requirement OSHA states 1926.1060(a): “The employer shall provide a training program for each employee using ladders and stairways, as necessary. The program shall enable each employee to recognize hazards related to ladders and stairways, and shall train each employee in the procedures to be followed to minimize these hazards.” Program Agenda Inspection Guidelines Checklists Ladder Safety Procedures Definitions ANSI Standard Ladder Specifications Properties of Wood Wood Ladder Inspections Wood Ladder Inspection Checklist Metal Ladder Inspection Checklist Fiberglass Ladder Inspection Checklist Storage and Transport of Ladders Use of Ladders Ladder Reference Guides
The purpose of this class is to teach the student how to properly use and inspect ladders.
Regulatory Compliance This course gives references to state-specific regulations (if applicable), Fed/OSHA regulations 29 CFR 1926 Subpart X, and ANSI A14.1, A14.2, A14.5 standards.
OSHA Training Requirement OSHA states 1926.1060(a): “The employer shall provide a training program for each employee using ladders and stairways, as necessary. The program shall enable each employee to recognize hazards related to ladders and stairways, and shall train each employee in the procedures to be followed to minimize these hazards.”
Program Agenda
Inspection Guidelines
Checklists
Ladder Safety Procedures
Definitions
ANSI Standard Ladder Specifications
Properties of Wood
Wood Ladder Inspections
Wood Ladder Inspection Checklist
Metal Ladder Inspection Checklist
Fiberglass Ladder Inspection Checklist
Storage and Transport of Ladders
Use of Ladders
Ladder Reference Guides
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to: Identify common ladder hazards and understand OSHA ladder safety requirements. Select the correct type of ladder for specific workplace tasks and environments. Demonstrate proper ladder setup, usage techniques, and safe climbing practices. Conduct ladder inspections and recognize damage, defects, and conditions that require removal from service.
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