Ladder Safety

• Certificate of Completion: Immediate download upon passing.
• Approximate Duration: 1hr 30min.
• Validity: Recognized across all Canadian provinces and sectors.
• Exam Requirement: A score of 80% is required to receive your certificate. Retakes allowed if needed.

Course Topics

• Introduction to ladder types: step, extension, platform, and fixed ladders.
• Hazards associated with ladder use and fall risks.
• Inspection procedures before, during, and after use.
• Safe setup and positioning techniques.
• Climbing and descending best practices.
• Three-point contact and stability control methods.
• Storage, transportation, and maintenance guidelines.

Who Should Take This Course?

• Construction, maintenance, and warehouse workers.
• Facility management and building operations staff.
• Supervisors and safety officers managing fall prevention programs.
• Any employee required to use ladders during their job tasks.

Course Features

• Fully online and self-paced training format.
• Interactive examples, checklists, and visual aids.
• Knowledge checks and final exam included.
• Certificate immediately available upon successful completion.
• Compliant with CSA and provincial OHS ladder safety standards.

Compliance Standards

• Canada Labour Code Part II – Working at Heights and Fall Prevention.
• CSA Z11 – Portable Ladders Standard.
• Provincial Occupational Health and Safety Regulations.
• WorkSafeBC, WSIB, and other local enforcement agencies.

Learning Outcomes

• Identify the correct ladder type for various tasks.
• Inspect ladders properly to identify damage or wear.
• Set up and use ladders safely to prevent falls and injuries.
• Comply with workplace safety policies and legal regulations.