Ladder Safety Training Course

⏱️ 40 minutes

Ladder Safety Training

Ladder Safety Training Course

Ladder-related falls remain a leading cause of serious workplace injuries. This comprehensive ladder safety training course provides employees with a clear understanding of how to safely select, inspect, set up, and use ladders in the workplace.

The Ladder Safety Training from Smarter Risk covers ladder safety at work, including ladder inspection, ladder safety rules, proper climbing techniques, and fall prevention practices. Employees learn how falls from ladders occur, how to recognize unsafe conditions, and how to apply safe work practices such as the three points of contact ladder rule.

This ladder safety course addresses common ladder types used in workplaces, including stepladder safety and extension ladder safety, with a strong emphasis on pre-use inspection and safe setup. The training is designed to support organizations implementing ladder safety OSHA training requirements by ensuring workers understand their responsibilities and safe ladder use expectations.

After completing this course, employees will be able to identify common ladder safety hazards, conduct proper ladder inspections using a ladder inspection checklist, follow key ladder safety rules that prevent falls from ladders, use correct climbing techniques including three points of contact, and safely set up and use both stepladders and extension ladders.

What You’ll Learn

  • Ladder Safety Fundamentals - How to identify common ladder safety hazards in the workplace
  • Ladder Inspection - Proper ladder inspection steps and how to use a ladder inspection checklist
  • Ladder Safety Rules - Key ladder safety rules that help prevent falls from ladders
  • Three Points of Contact - Correct climbing techniques, including the three points of contact ladder rule
  • Stepladder Safety - Safe setup and use practices for stepladders
  • Extension Ladder Safety - Proper positioning and use of extension ladders
  • Ladder Duty Ratings - Understanding ladder duty rating and ladder capacity requirements
  • Fall Prevention - How ladder safety training helps reduce injuries and unsafe behaviors at work
  • Pre-Use Inspection - Identifying damaged or unsafe ladders before use
  • Safe Setup Practices - Proper ladder placement, angle, and stabilization techniques

Course Details

Duration: 40 minutes
Format: Self Paced Online Training
Assessment: Knowledge quiz with immediate feedback
Certification: Certificate of completion upon passing
Access: Available 24/7 through Training Director LMS

Who Should Take This Course

  • Employees who use ladders as part of their job duties
  • Supervisors responsible for enforcing ladder safety at work
  • Maintenance, facilities, warehouse, and construction-adjacent workers
  • New hires receiving safety orientation
  • Organizations providing ladder safety training as part of workplace safety programs
  • Any employee who accesses elevated work areas using portable ladders

Key Regulations Covered

This training addresses compliance requirements from:

  • OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1053 - Ladders (Construction)
  • OSHA 29 CFR 1910.23 - Ladders (General Industry)
  • ANSI A14 Series - American National Standards for Ladders

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the training take?
The course takes approximately 40 minutes to complete. Employees can complete the training in one session or break it into multiple sessions at their convenience.

Is this training OSHA compliant?
This training is designed to help organizations meet OSHA requirements for workplace safety. It covers OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1053 (Construction) and OSHA 29 CFR 1910.23 (General Industry) requirements for ladder safety, inspection, and use. The training supports employer compliance with OSHA ladder safety standards. Employers are responsible for ensuring site-specific procedures, hands-on instruction, and any additional requirements applicable to their operations are met.

Do employees receive a certificate?
Yes. Upon successful completion, employees can generate a certificate of completion. All progress is stored and accessible in the main dashboard under Learner Report.

How often should employees take this training?
We recommend annual refresher training, with immediate training for new employees who will use ladders. Additional training should be provided when new ladder types are introduced or after ladder-related incidents.

Can we track completion across our workforce?
Yes. Training Director provides real-time tracking of assignments, completion status, and quiz scores for all employees.

What is the three points of contact rule?
The three points of contact ladder rule requires maintaining three points of contact with the ladder at all times while climbing—either two hands and one foot, or two feet and one hand. This technique provides stability and reduces the risk of falls from ladders.

Does this training include ladder inspection checklists?
Yes. The training teaches employees how to conduct pre-use ladder inspections and covers the key inspection points that should be checked before each use, including rungs, rails, feet, locks, and overall structural integrity.

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Ladder Safety Training is included with the Intelligent Plan.

  1. Sign up - You can begin on the free plan and upgrade when you’re ready to assign courses.
  2. Complete the company risk assessment (required) - It takes less than 15 minutes. Answer all questions as accurately as possible so we can set up your account correctly.
  3. Access your dashboard - After submitting the assessment, you’ll be redirected to your dashboard.
  4. Click Training Director - Start assigning courses to your team.

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