In the Ladder and Scaffold Safety Training, participants learn how to: identify hazards associated with working on ladders and scaffolds, understand worker and supervisor responsibilities, develop safe practices with the goal of preventing dangerous situations and accidents. One of the leading causes of workplace injury is falling from ladders, but they are often the most preventable. The majority of falls are caused by misuse, faulty ladders, carelessness, and a lack of training.
Ladder Safety Training Theory & Practical Outline (2 Hours):
Ladder accidents and hazards
Common causes of ladder injuries
Ladder duty ratings
How to select the appropriate ladder for the situation
Inspection practices for step and extension ladders
How to position a ladder
How to safely climb and descend a ladder
Recognizing electrical hazards
Identifying unsafe ladders
Ladder storage
Best practices for safety
Ladder kick-outs
Identifying other hazards
Course review
Evaluation quiz
Scaffold Safety Training Theory Outline (2 Hours):
Identifying hazards
Dangerous areas of a scaffold
Different types of scaffolds
Lingo and terminology
What is the supervisor’s responsibility?
Accident prevention
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