Ladder Safety Training in brief: Ladder Safety Training is an online IOSH approved, CPD accredited course from ProCompliance covering when a ladder is the right choice of equipment. It takes approx. 30 minutes across 3 sections. A 20 question test follows, so learners have their certificate as soon as they pass.
Why this training matters
Falls from ladders remain a common cause of serious injury, usually because the wrong ladder was used or it was not secured.
Ladder Safety covers the checks to make before using a ladder and how to use one correctly. It also sets out everyone's responsibilities under the Work at Height Regulations 2005. It is for anyone who may use a ladder in their job, even occasionally.
Ladder Safety Training at a glance
| Course | Ladder Safety |
|---|---|
| Category | Health & Safety |
| Accreditation | IOSH approved, CPD accredited |
| Governing framework | Work at Height Regulations 2005 Read the official text What the law requires |
| Price | Quoted for your team: credits, this course on its own, or 12 months of access to all our courses. Request a quote |
| Delivery | Online and self paced on any device, via The Globe LMS |
| Certificate | PDF issued immediately on completion, with your logo on it |
| Provider | ProCompliance Services Ltd, United Kingdom |
The duty behind this course. Work at Height Regulations 2005 sets it out at Regulation 5. Read the wording and what it means, or go straight to the official text.680,000 working people sustained an injury at work in Great Britain, 2024/25. HSE, all industries. See the full figures.
What you will be able to do
- Understand the correct methods when using ladders and step ladders
- Understand what to do before, during, and after using a ladder
- You will understand the legal responsibilities of both employer and employee when it comes to ladder safety
- Be confident to select the right ladder for the job
What Ladder Safety covers
Correct steps to take before using a ladder
This section covers selecting the correct ladder (material of the ladder, size and weight), and the checks you should do before use. Also covering the potential dangers with not taking these steps.
How to use a ladder correctly
You will look at how to safely use a ladder, common misuses that happen such as overstretching, correct positioning and not having 3 points of contact.
Responsibilities
The course then covers the responsibilities of the employer and the employee when it comes to processes and procedures to make the workplace safe, such as maintenance.
Who should take Ladder Safety Training
This course is for anyone who may use a ladder in their job role.
Where this course fits
The sectors that use it most, the standard it meets and our guides to the topic.
Common questions
How can my business get Ladder Safety training for its staff?
Enrol them on ProCompliance's Ladder Safety course. It runs online through The Globe LMS in approx. 30 minutes, and each learner gets a certificate as soon as they pass. It carries IOSH approval and CPD accreditation, and it follows the Work at Height Regulations 2005. You can also try it free first, or book a demo to see how assigning and tracking it works.
Is Ladder Safety Training accredited?
This course is IOSH & CPD.
Which regulations does Ladder Safety Training cover?
It follows Work at Height Regulations 2005.
How long does Ladder Safety Training take?
Approx. 30 minutes. It runs online at each person's own pace, so they can pause and resume it.
Is there a test at the end?
Yes, a 20 question test. Retakes are free, so we never charge anyone again for not passing first time.
Do learners get a certificate?
Yes. The Globe issues a certificate on completion, so you can download it as a PDF straight away. The Globe keeps it against the learner, so you can produce it later without asking them for it.
How much does Ladder Safety Training cost?
We quote it for your team. Use credits, take this course on its own, or give your team 12 months of access to all our courses. Once we know what you need, we find the best value option for you.
