Ladders and Steps Course | Work at Height Safety Training
The Ladders and Steps Course is essential for anyone working at height, ensuring compliance with the Working at Heights Regulations 2005 and reducing the risk of falls—the leading cause of workplace fatalities (HSE statistics).
Our Ladders and Steps Course provides comprehensive training on risk assessments, hazard identification, equipment selection, and work safety procedures, helping workers maintain a secure and regulated work environment.
What is the Ladders and Steps Course?
The Ladders and Steps Course is designed to equip professionals with the necessary skills to safely work at height while meeting the legal requirements set by the Working at Heights Regulations 2005. Proper training ensures competency, enhances workplace safety, and minimizes the chances of serious injuries.
Course Contents
In the Ladders and Steps Course, candidates will learn:
- Working at Heights Definition
- Completing and Implementing Risk Assessments
- Advantages of Risk Assessments and Safety Inspections
- Understanding Working at Height Legislation
- Planning Safe Work Practices
- Choosing the Right Equipment in the Ladders and Steps Course
- Basic Equipment Maintenance & Safety Procedures
- Hazard Identification During Work at Height
Assessment & Certification
Upon completing the Ladders and Steps Course, candidates will take a multiple-choice test to demonstrate their understanding. Successful participants receive a certificate, recognizing their competency in safe work practices.
Recommended Renewal: To stay updated with new safety procedures and legislation, we recommend renewing your Ladders and Steps Course certification every 3 years.
Who Needs the Ladders and Steps Course?
The Working at Heights Regulations 2005 mandates that only competent individuals engage in work at height. The Ladders and Steps Course is ideal for professionals working above ground level or exposed to fall risks, including:
- Tree surgeons requiring ladder safety training
- Electricians using ladders and steps for installations
- Window cleaners working at elevated positions
- Construction workers involved in scaffold-related work
- Gutter cleaners facing height-related risks
The Ladders and Steps Course is suitable for employees, team leaders, and supervisors across various industries, regardless of prior experience.
Key Working at Height Regulations 2005 Requirements
- Employers must plan and supervise all work activities, ensuring safe methods of operation
- No working at height should occur in unsafe weather conditions
- Only competent individuals should engage in work at height, completing the Ladders and Steps Course
- Risk assessments must be completed before any height-related work begins
- Where possible, avoid working at height activities
- Implement fall prevention methods whenever practical
- Employees must respect workplace dangers and adhere to their Ladders and Steps Course training
Book Your Ladders and Steps Course Efficiently
Maximize your time by pairing this course with another half-day health & safety training to gain two qualifications in just one day! Popular course combinations include:
- Abrasive Wheels Safety Training
- Fire Safety Awareness Training
- Safe Manual Handling Certification
- UKATA Asbestos Awareness Training
Chris harvey –
working with in the construction industry its is critical that our employee meet health and safety standers to ensure a good working environment not only for them self but others.
the course was very helpful in ensuring that we meet this stander-ed, i would recommend livius training to anyone and have also set other various courses there
Helen Owen –
Working within the Construction Industry means that our workforce must all have a certificate for working at heights and the training course provided by Livius covered all aspects.
The venue is in an ideal location for our team who are located in various parts of Yorkshire and parking is available on site. The trainer explained everything clearly and did not rush the content so it was easier for staff to understand and take notes.
I would recommend this course to anyone and will be booking future training courses with Livius.
Kevin Taylor –
The course was well run, excellent instruction in a very welcoming training centre. Although it was only a half day course there was lots of relevant information delivered at a manageable pace. I would recommend Livius training to any company, we will certainly be using them again for future courses.
Sophie Johnston –
Well run course with friendly instructor. Very happy that they were able to attend our site which made everything very easy!