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Ladder Inspection 

Unit Standard ID: 259639
Unit Standard Name: Inspect and use ladders
NQF Level: 2
Duration: 1 Day
Price: R700

Course Description

This course provides learners with the knowledge and practical skills required to inspect ladders and ensure their safe use in the workplace. The training focuses on identifying ladder-related hazards, conducting pre-use and formal inspections, selecting the correct ladder for the task, and ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety requirements. Learners will be equipped to identify defective ladders, remove unsafe equipment from service, and promote safe ladder practices to prevent falls and injuries.




Course Outline

  • Legislative and compliance requirements for ladder use
  • Types and classifications of ladders

  • Roles and responsibilities related to ladder safety

  • Hazard identification and risk assessment for ladder work

  • Pre-use and formal ladder inspection procedures

  • Common ladder defects and damage identification

  • Correct ladder selection and positioning

  • Safe use, handling, and storage of ladders

  • Tagging, reporting, and record keeping for ladder inspections

  • Incident prevention and corrective actions.

  • Learning Outcomes

    By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

    • Identify different types of ladders and their intended use

    • Inspect ladders for defects and unsafe conditions

    • Apply correct ladder selection and positioning principles

    • Remove defective ladders from service and report findings

    • Comply with legal and workplace ladder safety requirements

    Our Accreditations & Professional Bodies

    REH Safety Training forms part of the SM Safety and Technical Learning Group, one of South Africa’s established providers of OHS training, auditing, and consulting services.

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