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Working at Height with Ladders - Full Day

The Full Day Short Duration Working from Portable Ladders course is divided into 2 levels. It is quite a comprehensive course with level 1 and 2 designed to provide delegates with the correct training of the methods to stabilise a leaning ladder for use with the correct type of fall protection equipment. Level 2 advances Level 1 by demonstrating the correct method of using fall protection equipment whilst climbing a ladder with 2 hands free, this will allow the user to carry any equipment up the ladder at the same time. At the end of the course there is a short test, when successfully completed candidates will be issued with a certificate and will then be considered to be a "competent person" as specified by the Health & Safety Executive.

Areas covered in the Short Duration Working from Portable Ladders Level 1 and 2.

  • Appreciation of the requirements of UK legislation.
  • Understanding the difference between fall arrest & fall restraint.
  • The importance of correct anchorage.
  • Understanding the method of correct fitting, usage & inspection of fall protection equipment.
  • Securing leaning ladders & using fall protection equipment.
  • Appreciating the standards for ladder safety and the hazards to be avoided.
  • Access procedure for portable ladders.
  • Practical demonstration of equipment by all course candidates.
  • Price on Request
  • Group discounts available
Start at 9.00 am Finish 4.00 pm
Refreshments and Lunch provided
Free Parking Available

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